Match Preview for Puerto Rico v Argentina

After overcoming Venezuela in Miami on Friday, Argentina will aim to wrap up their US tour with another win when they face Puerto Rico in Tuesday’s friendly.

Originally scheduled for Monday at Soldier Field in Chicago, the match has been pushed back a day and relocated to Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale – home of Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami.

Puerto Rico enter this contest after a lengthy break from international duty. Their last outing came in June, when they ended their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-1 win over Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Despite that result, Charlie Trout’s side failed to progress, finishing behind Suriname and El Salvador in Group F.

Ranked 155th in the FIFA standings, Puerto Rico now face an enormous challenge as they meet the world champions for the very first time.

Argentina, meanwhile, have had no such struggles. Lionel Scaloni’s men topped CONMEBOL qualifying, finishing nine points clear at the summit with 12 wins from 18 matches.

With seven wins from their last 10 internationals, La Albiceleste will be heavily favoured to continue their strong form and keep another clean sheet in Florida.

Team News for Puerto Rico v Argentina

Puerto Rico are expected to start Sebastian Cutler in goal, with the young Villanova University keeper likely in for a busy night against Argentina’s attacking stars.

The defensive line could feature Darren Rios, Nicolas Cardona, Giovanni Calderon, and Sidney Paris, while Leandro Antonetti is set to lead the attack.

Argentina, on the other hand, may rotate their squad heavily. Franco Mastantuono has been ruled out due to a thigh injury, while Enzo Fernandez has departed the camp after picking up a knee issue.

Lionel Scaloni is expected to freshen things up, with Nicolas Otamendi, Alexis Mac Allister, Rodrigo De Paul, Nicolas Gonzalez, and Giuliano Simeone all pushing for starts.

It remains unclear if Lionel Messi will return to international duty after scoring twice for Inter Miami over the weekend or be allowed further rest.

Expected Line-ups for Puerto Rico v Argentina

Puerto Rico: Cutler; Hernandez, Cardona, Calderon, Paris; Echeverria, O’Neill, Diaz, Ydrach, W. Rivera; Antonetti

Argentina: Martinez; Montiel, Otamendi, Balerdi, Tagliafico; De Paul, Moreno, Mac Allister; Simeone, Gonzalez; Lopez

How to Watch Puerto Rico v Argentina: TV Channel, Online Stream

The friendly between Puerto Rico and Argentina will be broadcast live in the United States, with streaming options available via Fubo and the Fox Sports network.

International fans can tune in through DAZN’s global football coverage, which offers access to select friendly matches.

The Stats for Puerto Rico v Argentina

• This is the first-ever meeting between Puerto Rico and Argentina
• Puerto Rico are ranked 155th, while Argentina sit 3rd in the FIFA World Rankings
• Puerto Rico have managed just one win in their last six matches across all competitions
• Argentina have won seven of their previous ten internationals (D1, L2)
• Argentina have kept two clean sheets in their last three outings
• Argentina averaged 1.8 goals per match during World Cup qualifying

Prediction

Even if Lionel Scaloni opts to experiment with his lineup, Argentina’s depth and quality should prove far too strong.

Expect La Albiceleste to control proceedings comfortably and record a convincing win at Chase Stadium.

Prediction: Puerto Rico 0-4 Argentina