The Angola national football team is set to face Argentina in an international friendly match on November 14, 2025, at Estádio 11 de Novembro in Luanda, Angola. This match is significant as it marks just
the second-ever meeting between these two sides, with Angola hosting the reigning World Cup champions, Argentina.
Preview, currently ranked 89th by FIFA, will have a challenging task against Argentina, who hold the 2nd position in global rankings.
The match serves as an important preparation for Angola ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in December, while for Argentina, it is their final opportunity to test options before defending their World Cup crown in 2026. Angola has shown resilience with a compact defensive shape and effective counter-attacks but struggles against top-tier teams and often lacks scoring consistency. Argentina brings a high-quality lineup with world-class attackers, a strong midfield, and solid defense, riding high on confidence after a successful year highlighted by a 13-match winning streak in friendlies and dominant World Cup qualifying.
Team News
Angola is led by coach Pedro GonÇalves, with key players such as striker Mabululu, who will be pivotal in the attacking front. The team will likely line up in a 4-3-3 formation to maximize their home advantage. Argentina's lineup, managed by Lionel Scaloni, includes top stars like Lionel Messi and Lautaro MartÍnez. However, Argentina faces some injury concerns with notable absences including Enzo Fernández, Nahuel Molina, and Julian Álvarez. Lionel Messi's participation remains a major point of interest, with anticipation high among fans.
Key Players to Watch
Angola: Mabululu, whose ability to score could test Argentina's defense.
Argentina: Lionel Messi, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, with 114 international goals and still a crucial factor in Argentina's attack.
Angola vs Argentina Live Streaming: Where to Watch Friendly Match Today?
India
The match starts at 9:30 pm IST and there will be no telecast or live-streaming in India.
Bangladesh
The match starts at 10 pm local time and there will be no telecast of the match.
UK
The Angola vs Argentina match won't be telecast in the UK. The match starts at 4 pm GMT on Friday.
USA
The fans can watch the Angola vs Argentina match on Fanatiz, Fubo from 11 am ET/8 am PT on Friday. TyC Sports is likely to telecast the match in USA.
