Venezuela and Argentina will face each other in the ninth day of the South American Qualifiers heading to the 2026 World Cup. This long-awaited match will take place in the Maturín Monumental Stadiumon Thursday, October 10, 2024. La Albiceleste, who leads the standings, faces a Venezuela that seeks to climb positions and stay in the fight for a place in the World Cup.
However, the match has been marked by logistical challenges due to the Hurricane Milton and to airspace closure by the Venezuelan authorities, complicating the arrival of the Argentine team to Venezuelan territory.
The Albiceleste has had to make a stopover in Colombia, since direct flights from the United States to Venezuela are not allowed. On the other hand, Lionel Messi He returns to the team after overcoming physical problems, adding an extra ingredient to this exciting match.
Date and time: When is Venezuela – Argentina?
The match between Venezuela and Argentina will be played on Thursday October 10, 2024. The schedules depending on the location are as follows:
- Local time (Venezuela): 17:00
- Time in Argentina: 18:00
- Time in Spain (peninsular): 23:00
TV: Where to watch Venezuela – Argentina?
- In Venezuela: You can see the game on Televen, Venevisión and TVES.
- In Argentina: The transmission will be carried out by TyC Sports and Telefé.
- In Spain: The match will be broadcast live on Movistar+.
Internet: How to follow Venezuela – Argentina online?
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Situation in the Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup
Argentina arrives as leader of the table with 18 pointsfollowed by Colombia with 16 points. For its part, Venezuela occupies the sixth place with 10 pointstied with Brazil. Both teams have a lot at stake in this match; Argentina, to consolidate its leadership, and Venezuela, to stay in contention for a place in the next World Cup.
This match promises to be decisive for both teams on their path to the 2026 World Cup, offering not only excitement on the field but also the return of key figures such as Lionel Messi.