Argentina are already unshakeable at the top and can afford a more pragmatic approach in this visit. The team is characterized by exceptional stability in defense and rarely allows opponents to create clear chances. This, combined with the fact that they do not need to chase a result with many goals, will likely lead to a more restrained attacking play.
Ecuador bets on cautionThe hosts enter the match after a series of four consecutive 0:0 results in the qualifiers – results that clearly highlight their defensive discipline, but also the lack of sharpness in attack. Against the South American champions, their task will be primarily to close down spaces and hope for counterattacks or set pieces.
Prediction: Under 2.5 goalsThe expectations are for a cautious and strategic clash, in which both teams will approach carefully. Argentina does not need to throw themselves into attack, and Ecuador traditionally plays defensively in such matches. That is why the choice for under 2.5 goals seems the most reasonable here.
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