Argentina easily win against Chile without Messi

After almost a decade, Argentina did not get any of Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria in the match. However, the remaining members of the team have made up for the lack of two legends in the performance of the field. 2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina eases to victory over Chile in CONMEBOL region match

Argentina crushed Chile 3-0 this Friday morning in Buenos Aires. All three goals came in the second half. Alexis McAllister, Julián Alvarez and substitute Paulo Dybala have seen the net.

Argentina could not start the match as expected. They have taken some time to organize themselves in the first half. Chile tried to take that opportunity. However, neither of the two teams saw the goal. The first half ended in a goalless draw.

Argentina return from the break. They scored for the first time in the 48th minute. Alvarez crossed the ball in front of Chile's goal post. From there Mac Alistair scored with a shot. Alvarez scored the second goal for Argentina in the 84th minute. He found the net with a great left-footed shot from outside the Chilean box. Nama Dybala came on in the 79th minute to replace McAllister in extra time. He played today wearing Messi's number 10 jersey.

Argentina tops South America region selection with 18 points in 7 matches.