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The Match
Preview
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - South America clash between Ecuador and Argentina, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Predicted Lineups
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.
Build-up
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Argentina lineup vs. Ecuador: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup qualifier with Lionel Scaloni set to pick Lionel Messi replacement
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Argentina could line up for Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.Sep 8, 00:02
Ecuador vs. Argentina: How to watch, date, time, live stream, TV channel
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifier between Ecuador and Argentina.Sep 6, 23:13
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Lionel Messi's record vs. Ecuador
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Lionel Messi's record against Ecuador ahead of Thursday's Copa America quarter-final.Jul 2, 13:03
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