Friendly International

Argentina

04 Oct 2026 01:00

Burkina Faso

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Argentina to win 1.18

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Argentina vs Burkina Faso Predictions, Picks & Odds – 04/10/2026

Friendly International · Friendlies 1

Our prediction

1: Argentina to win

1.18 on Stake · Confidence High

Odds recorded on 02 Oct 2026 at 05:40 · Odds are subject to change

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Argentina arrive at the Estadio Monumental in blistering form, having won each of their last five internationals. Their most recent outing, a commanding 4-0 demolition of Bolivia, underlined the depth Lionel Scaloni has cultivated. Jose Manuel Lopez impressed with a goal and an all-round display that intensified competition for attacking berths. With Messi not expected to feature here, Scaloni will use this fixture to blood emerging talent ahead of the post-Messi transition.

Burkina Faso travel to Buenos Aires for this historic first meeting between the two nations. Amir Abdou's side recently ended a run of four matches without a win by edging the Central African Republic 1-0, a result that will have restored some confidence. Concerns linger, however, over the fitness of key attacker Dango Ouattara and goalkeeper Herve Koffi. Ranked 62nd in the world, the Stallions face a monumental step up in quality against the reigning world champions.

Argentina's five consecutive wins tell only part of the story. Across their last four friendlies, they have conceded just once while scoring 16 goals, a devastating attacking output that underlines the gulf in quality here. Burkina Faso, by contrast, managed only one victory in their last four outings. The home win at 1.18 reflects that disparity accurately, and it forms the backbone of our recommended selections.

The goalscoring data points towards a high-scoring affair, at least from the hosts' perspective. With Scaloni trialling new forwards like Jose Manuel Lopez, who impressed with a goal and an all-round display against Bolivia, Argentina's front line carries genuine depth. Burkina Faso's defensive vulnerabilities, compounded by fitness concerns around key players, make over 2.5 goals at N/A a well-supported pick.

Whether both sides find the net is the tighter call. Argentina's backline has been remarkably stingy, conceding just once across recent friendlies, while Burkina Faso lack a consistent creative outlet. Dango Ouattara's fitness remains uncertain, and goalkeeper Herve Koffi's availability is also in doubt. Both teams to score "no" at N/A complements the home win selection neatly. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Argentina vs Burkina Faso

• Argentina riding 20-game friendly winning streak
• Only one goal conceded in five matches
• Burkina Faso won just once in four outings

Both lineups carry a speculated tag, drawn from limited sources ahead of this friendly, so treat the shapes with some caution. That said, a 4-3-3 versus 4-1-4-1 contest sets up an interesting tactical contrast, with Julián Álvarez leading Argentina's front three against a Burkinabè side built to compress the midfield.

For Argentina, the presence of Ángel Di María adds a familiar creative thread on the wing, while Burkina Faso will look to Lassina Traoré as the lone striker to hold the line and relieve pressure. With World Cup qualification now complete for the Albiceleste, Scaloni is expected to rotate freely and test squad depth.

How to Watch Argentina vs Burkina Faso Match?

What time is Argentina vs Burkina Faso?

Argentina vs Burkina Faso kicks off at the Estadio Monumental on 4 October 2026 at 01:00 BST.

Where is Argentina vs Burkina Faso being played?

This match takes place at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

How Can I Watch Argentina vs Burkina Faso on TV and Live Stream?

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