Match report
Venezuela 1-1 Argentina: A Hard-Fought Draw in World Cup Qualification South America
Venezuela
1–1
FT
Argentina
Oct 10, 2024
In a tightly contested World Cup Qualification South America match, Venezuela managed to hold off Argentina to secure a 1-1 draw. Nicolás Otamendi put Argentina ahead early, but S. Rondon's goal in the second half ensured Venezuela earned a valuable point.
Key Facts
- • Nicolás Otamendi scored for Argentina in the 13th minute
- • José Martínez received a yellow card for Venezuela in the 32nd minute
- • S. Rondon equalized for Venezuela in the 65th minute
- • Three substitutions were made by Argentina: T. Almada, G. Lo Celso, and J. Álvarez
- • Two substitutions were made by Venezuela: T. Rincón and J. Savarino
Lineups
Venezuela
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 22 R. Romo (G)
- 21 A. Gonzalez (D)
- 3 Y. Osorio (D)
- 2 N. Ferraresi (D)
- 4 J. Aramburu (D)
- 6 Y. Herrera (M)
- 8 T. Rincon (M)
- 13 J. Martinez (M)
- 7 J. Savarino (F)
- 23 S. Rondon (F)
- 10 Y. Soteldo (F)
Substitutes
- 1 J. Contreras
- 12 A. Baroja
- 5 C. Makoun
- 9 J. Cadiz
- 11 D. Machis
- 14 R. Ramirez
- 15 D. Alfonzo
- 16 T. Segovia
- 17 K. Andrade
- 18 B. Ortega
- 19 E. Castillo
- 20 E. Bello
Argentina
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Starting XI
- 12 G. Rulli (G)
- 16 N. Molina (D)
- 6 G. Pezzella (D)
- 19 N. Otamendi (D)
- 3 N. Tagliafico (D)
- 7 R. de Paul (M)
- 8 E. Fernandez (M)
- 11 G. Lo Celso (M)
- 15 T. Almada (M)
- 10 L. Messi (F)
- 9 J. Alvarez (F)
Substitutes
- 1 W. Benitez
- 17 F. Buonanotte
- 22 L. Martinez
- 4 G. Montiel
- 2 L. Martinez
- 21 J. Soler
- 23 J. Musso
- 18 N. Paz
- 13 L. Balerdi
- 20 A. Mac Allister
- 14 E. Palacios
- 5 L. Paredes
Timeline
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13' Argentina Goal · Normal GoalNicolás Otamendi
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32' Venezuela Card · Yellow CardJosé Martínez
Foul
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46' Argentina subst · Substitution 1Off: T. Almada · On: Gonzalo Montiel
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59' Venezuela subst · Substitution 1Off: T. Rincón · On: Jhonder Cádiz
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59' Venezuela subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Savarino · On: D. Machís
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65' Venezuela Goal · Normal GoalS. Rondon · Assist: Y. Soteldo
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68' Argentina subst · Substitution 2Off: G. Lo Celso · On: Leonardo Balerdi
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85' Argentina subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Álvarez · On: L. Martinez
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85' Argentina subst · Substitution 4Off: E. Fernandez · On: Leandro Paredes
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90'+3 Venezuela subst · Substitution 3Off: José Martínez · On: Edson Castillo
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90'+4 Argentina Card · Yellow CardGermán Pezzella
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Venezuela | Argentina |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 20 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | 57% | 72% |
| Offsides | 6 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 16 | 8 |
| Corners | 8 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 243 | 382 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 7 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 4 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 2 |
| Possession | 40% | 60% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 138 | 275 |
| Shots Inside Box | 6 | 4 |
| Saves | 3 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 10 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Nicolás Otamendi's goal in the 13th minute gave Argentina an early lead, setting the tone for the match
- ▸ S. Rondon's equalizer in the 65th minute shifted the momentum in Venezuela's favor, ensuring the point they needed