Watch Puerto Rico vs Argentina Live: Stream Links, TV Channel, Team Updates
Argentina will face Puerto Rico in an international friendly at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale on Tuesday, October 14, 2023. The match marks an opportunity for Lionel Messi to collect his 195th cap for the national team.
Match Details
- Kick-off time: 8 PM ET
- Venue: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Streaming: ViX, Fanatiz
Argentina’s Expectations
Argentina comes into this match as the reigning World Cup champions. Messi, who missed Argentina’s previous friendly victory over Venezuela, impressed with Inter Miami, scoring twice and providing an assist against Atlanta United.
With 114 goals for Argentina, Messi aims to add to his record during this match against Puerto Rico.
POTENTIAL STARTING LINEUP
Coach Lionel Scaloni may utilize this friendly to assess lesser-known players, providing them valuable exposure. Here are some players who might see action:
- Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) – Currently has 2 caps.
- Lautaro Rivero (River Plate) – Yet to earn a senior cap.
- Jose Manuel Lopez (Palmeiras) – Aiming for first cap.
- Anibal Moreno (Palmeiras) – Looking for debut cap.
- Walter Benitez (Crystal Palace) – Could secure a second cap.
Puerotico Team Overview
Puerto Rico has not played since their 2-1 victory over Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in June, which marked their first win in six matches. Their squad consists mainly of players from the USL Championship and NCAA schools, with key contributions expected from:
- Ricardo Rivera (Miami FC) – Leading scorer.
- Gerald Diaz (Miami FC) – Another key player for the squad.
Match Prediction
With Argentina’s strong lineup, the expectation is clear. A notable achievement for Puerto Rico would be to keep the scoreline close. However, a scoreline of 4-0 in favor of Argentina is anticipated.
Fans can catch the action through the available streaming options as the teams clash on the international stage.
