Match report
Argentina 0-2 Uruguay: La Celeste Secures Crucial Win in World Cup Qualification
Argentina
0–2
FT
Uruguay
Nov 17, 2023
Argentina was stunned by Uruguay in a World Cup Qualification match, falling 0-2 at Estadio La Bombonera. Despite numerous chances, Argentina failed to convert, while Uruguay capitalized on their opportunities. Goals from R. Araujo and D. Núñez sealed the victory for La Celeste, leaving Argentina searching for answers.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Argentina 0-2 Uruguay
- • Goals: R. Araujo (41'), D. Núñez (87')
- • Yellow Cards: A. Mac Allister (35'), L. Martinez (68'), C. Romero (77'), E. Palacios (90+2') for Argentina; M. Ugarte (32'), José María Giménez (67'), M. Olivera (79') for Uruguay
- • Substitutions: Argentina: N. Gonzalez (53'), R. De Paul (64'), J. Álvarez (80'), N. Tagliafico (80'); Uruguay: M. Viña (46'), M. Araujo (62'), F. Pellistri (88'), F. Vinas (90+1')
Lineups
Argentina
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 23 E. Martinez (G)
- 2 N. Molina (D)
- 13 C. Romero (D)
- 19 N. Otamendi (D)
- 3 N. Tagliafico (D)
- 7 R. de Paul (M)
- 20 A. Mac Allister (M)
- 17 E. Fernandez (M)
- 10 L. Messi (F)
- 9 J. Alvarez (F)
- 15 N. Gonzalez (F)
Substitutes
- 22 L. Martinez
- 5 L. Paredes
- 16 G. Lo Celso
- 6 G. Pezzella
- 1 F. Armani
- 11 A. Di Maria
- 18 G. Rodriguez
- 14 E. Palacios
- 8 M. Acuna
- 4 G. Montiel
- 12 W. Benitez
- 21 P. Dybala
Uruguay
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 S. Rochet (G)
- 4 R. Araujo (D)
- 3 S. Caceres (D)
- 16 M. Olivera (D)
- 17 M. Vina (D)
- 5 M. Ugarte (M)
- 15 F. Valverde (M)
- 11 F. Pellistri (M)
- 7 N. de la Cruz (M)
- 13 M. Araujo (M)
- 19 D. Nunez (F)
Substitutes
- 23 S. Mele
- 12 F. Israel
- 2 J. M. Gimenez
- 18 Bruno Mendez
- 20 G. Varela
- 6 R. Bentancur
- 14 A. Canobbio
- 10 G. de Arrascaeta
- 21 F. Torres
- 8 C. Olivera
- 22 F. Vinas
- 9 L. Suarez
Timeline
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32' Uruguay Card · Yellow CardM. Ugarte
Foul
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35' Argentina Card · Yellow CardA. Mac Allister
Foul
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41' Uruguay Goal · Normal GoalR. Araujo · Assist: M. Viña
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46' Uruguay subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Viña · On: José María Giménez
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53' Argentina subst · Substitution 2Off: N. Gonzalez · On: Á. Di María
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62' Uruguay subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Araujo · On: Rodrigo Bentancur
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64' Argentina subst · Substitution 3Off: R. De Paul · On: E. Palacios
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67' Uruguay Card · Yellow CardJosé María Giménez
Foul
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68' Argentina Card · Yellow CardL. Martinez
Foul
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77' Argentina Card · Yellow CardC. Romero
Foul
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79' Uruguay Card · Yellow CardM. Olivera
Foul
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80' Argentina subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Álvarez · On: G. Lo Celso
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80' Argentina subst · Substitution 5Off: N. Tagliafico · On: M. Acuña
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87' Uruguay Goal · Normal GoalD. Núñez · Assist: N. de la Cruz
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88' Uruguay subst · Substitution 3Off: F. Pellistri · On: A. Canobbio
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90'+1 Uruguay subst · Substitution 4Off: D. Núñez · On: F. Vinas
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90'+2 Argentina Card · Yellow CardE. Palacios
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Argentina | Uruguay |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 22 |
| Pass Accuracy | 86% | 79% |
| Offsides | 5 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 6 |
| Corners | 8 | 1 |
| Total Passes | 576 | 336 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 2 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 2 |
| Possession | 63% | 37% |
| Accurate Passes | 495 | 265 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 5 |
| Saves | 0 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 1 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The match turned in Uruguay's favor when R. Araujo scored in the 41st minute, breaking the deadlock with a well-placed shot.
- ▸ D. Núñez's goal in the 87th minute solidified Uruguay's lead, leaving Argentina with little time to mount a comeback.