Argentina and Burkina Faso meet for the first time Saturday in an international friendly at Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires.
The World Cup runner-up opened the window with a 4-0 win over Bolivia in Córdoba on Wednesday. Just like that match, Lionel Messi won't be present.
The legendary forward, who has announced his international retirement, will be honored in his farewell match scheduled to take place Oct. 6 against Benin
.Argentina sits second in the FIFA rankings, behind only Spain.
Watch Argentina vs. Burkina Faso on ViX
Burkina Faso has never played in a World Cup and sits 62nd in the FIFA rankings.
The Stallions' best finish at the Africa Cup of Nations came in 2013, when they reached the final.
Argentina vs. Burkina Faso prediction, pick
Argentina won comfortably without conceding
on Wednesday and has a massive edge in talent here. Expect another lopsided night for the Albiceleste.
Prediction: Argentina 4, Burkina Faso 0
Argentina vs. Burkina Faso channel, start time, streaming
- When: Saturday, October 3
- Where: Estadio Monumental (Buenos Aires, Argentina)
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- Channel/streaming: ViX (Watch on Prime Video)
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Argentina vs. Burkina Faso friendly prediction, start time, how to watch
