International friendly: How to watch Germany vs Argentina live on October 09, 2019

October 9, 2019 By Ali M.

Topics: TV SCHEDULES, GERMANY, ARGENTINA, INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY

The European and South American giants will renew their rivalry in a highly-anticipated friendly. Check out our match preview for more info.

What is the form of Germany compared to Argentina?

Germany head into this game on the back of a 2-0 win over Northern Ireland. However, from the eight games die Mannschaft played since the UEFA Nations League, the European giants have failed to win three (D2, L1).

As for Argentina, this will be only their third game since their Copa America campaign. La Albiceleste won the previous two, beating Mexico and drawing with Chile. From their last eight games, the South American giants have failed to win four (D2, L2).

Germany vs Argentina head-to-head record

Argentina have won three of their last five encounters with Germany, losing the other two. However, it should be noted that die Mannschaft haven’t lost a competitive game against La Albiceleste since the 1986 World Cup, winning their last three encounters in the FIFA World Cup (2006, 2010, and 2014).

Games played: 22

Germany wins: 8

Argentina wins: 10

Draws: 4

Team news

Joachim Low will be without a number of key players. Matthias Ginter (shoulder), Jonas Hector (thigh) and Toni Kroos (thigh) were all forced to pull out while an ankle injury has ruled out Nico Schulz.

Furthermore, Timo Werner (flu) and Ilkay Gundogan (muscle injury) are doubts, which means Serge Gnabry could be joined by Kai Havertz and Julian Brandt in the attack. Manuel Neuer will sit this game out after the manager announced Marc-Andre ter Stegen will feature in this friendly.

As for Argentina, their biggest absentee is Lionel Messi. The national team captain is unable to report for duty after being hit with a three-month international ban for accusing CONMEBOL of rigging the recent Copa America tournament. Sergio Aguero and Angel Di Maria have been left out, with the boss focusing on youth.

In Leo’s absence, Dybala and Lautaro will lead Scaloni’s attack. In midfield, Leandro Paredes is tipped to start once more.