Argentina vs South Africa Prediction: Expect a Cagey Game

Argentina and South Africa are yet to record a single point in the tournament after they both lost their opening games. Argentina lost to Italy by a single goal, while South Africa lost 2-1 to Sweden. Now they face each other for a crucial point that will decide whether either side will progress to the Knockout stage of the competition. This will be their ever first meeting against each other and certainly in the world cup.

Argentina did not get the expected result in this tournament after ending the friendly games on a strong note. However, they find themselves with a bit of luck for qualification into the knockout stages if they win this game.

In their 1-0 defeat to Italy in the opening game, they played a goalless draw in the first half before conceding an only goal from Cristiana Girelli in the 87th minute of the game. Argentina were not in their best form as the statistics of the game revealed. They had 47% possession, 1 shot on target and 2 corner kicks. Certainly, they have to improve all parts of their game if they wish to grab all 3 points in this clash.

Team streak: first to score (5/7), less than 4.5 cards (6/8), less than 10.5 corners (5/5).

Starting XI (4-2-3-1)

Vanina Correa, Sophia Braun, Miriam Mayorga, Aldana Cometti, Eliana Stabile, Daiana Falfan, Lorena Benitez, Romina Nunez, Estefania Banini, Florencia Bonsegundo, Mariana Larroquette.

The South Africans were considered underdogs in the group, so their latest position in the group comes with little surprise. They started their campaign against Sweden and they lost 2-1 at full time.

The South Africans did their best to keep the Swedish team from scoring in the first half. And in the 48th minute, South Africa opened scoring by Hildah Magaia’s goal, but they lost the lead in the 65th minute after Fridolina Rolfo equalized for Sweden. In the 90th minute, Sweden finally won the game as Amanda llestedt scored the winner to seal a 2-1 win. According to the matchday statistics, South Africa had 31% possession, 4 shots on target and 1 corner kick in the game.

Team streak: both teams scoring (4/5), less than 4.5 cards (10/10).

Starting XI (4-4-2)

Kaylin Swart, Sibulele Holweni, Bongeka Gamede, Bambanani Mbane, Lebogang, Hildah Magaia, Kholosa Biyana, Refiloe Jane, Jermaine Seoposenwe, Thembi Kgatlana, Linda Motlhalo.

Both teams are evenly matched and I don't expect to see much difference between these two when they face each other. The South Africans were unlucky to lose the opening game in the 90th minute and the Argentines were no match for the Italians. Playing against each other, I expect both teams to be cautious of the result here, so I don't expect them to risk it. They will play tight and hope for a lucky break.

Bet On:

• Draw Full Time at 3.05 Odds
• Correct Score 1-1 at 6 Odds
• Both Teams to Score at 2.20 Odds