Argentina vs Costa Rica: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 26 March

Betiball's prediction for Argentina vs Costa Rica on 26 March 2024 (kick-off: 23:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Argentina vs Costa Rica preview before placing your bet.

Argentina vs Costa Rica: Starting Lineups Time : 26/03/2024 23:00

Argentina
3 - 1
Finished
Costa Rica
82' event Nicolas Gonzalez / Enzo Fernandez
82' event Valentín Carboni / Angel Fabian Di Maria
82' event German Alejo Pezzella / Nicolas Hernan Gonzalo Otamendi
77' event Lautaro Javier Martinez
72' event Rodrigo De Paul / Giovani Lo Celso
71' event Lautaro Javier Martinez / Alejandro Garnacho
60' event Leandro Daniel Paredes / Alexis Mac Allister
56' event Alexis Mac Allister
52' event Angel Fabian Di Maria
45+2' event Nahuel Molina
event 90' Joseph Mora / Ariel Lassiter
event 90' Anthony Contreras / Manfred Alonso Ugalde Arce
event 80' Elias Aguilar Vargas / Alvaro Jose Zamora Mata
event 71' Fernan Faerron
event 68' Jefferson Brenes / Brandon Aguilera
event 68' Warren Steven Madrigal Molina / Josimar Alcocer
event 34' Manfred Alonso Ugalde Arce
82' event Nicolas Gonzalez / Enzo Fernandez
event 90' Joseph Mora / Ariel Lassiter
82' event Valentín Carboni / Angel Fabian Di Maria
event 90' Anthony Contreras / Manfred Alonso Ugalde Arce
82' event German Alejo Pezzella / Nicolas Hernan Gonzalo Otamendi
event 80' Elias Aguilar Vargas / Alvaro Jose Zamora Mata
77' event Lautaro Javier Martinez
event 71' Fernan Faerron
72' event Rodrigo De Paul / Giovani Lo Celso
event 68' Jefferson Brenes / Brandon Aguilera
71' event Lautaro Javier Martinez / Alejandro Garnacho
event 68' Warren Steven Madrigal Molina / Josimar Alcocer
60' event Leandro Daniel Paredes / Alexis Mac Allister
event 34' Manfred Alonso Ugalde Arce
56' event Alexis Mac Allister
52' event Angel Fabian Di Maria
45+2' event Nahuel Molina
Argentina Argentina
Substitutions
#1 Franco Armani
#26 Valentin Barco
#14 Facundo Buonanotte
#21 Valentín Carboni
#7 Rodrigo De Paul
#15 Nicolas Gonzalez
#23 Damian Martinez
#22 Lautaro Javier Martinez
#5 Leandro Daniel Paredes
#2 Nehuen Perez
#6 German Alejo Pezzella
#18 Guido Rodriguez
#25 Nicolas Valentini
Argentina Argentina Costa Rica Costa Rica
23Shots7
13Shots on Goal3
14Fouls20
7Corner Kick1
1Offside0
1Yellow card1
1Save9
10Shots off goal4
155Attacks60
71Dangerous attacks15
3Corner Kicks(HT)1
Costa Rica Costa Rica
Substitutions
#10 Elias Aguilar Vargas
#3 Pablo Arboine
#16 Alejandro Bran
#13 Jefferson Brenes
#12 Joel Campbell
#18 Kevin Chamorro
#7 Anthony Contreras
#24 Alexis Yohaslin Gamboa Rojas
#27 Yael Lopez
#17 Warren Steven Madrigal Molina
#8 Joseph Mora
#23 Patrick Sequeira
#2 Gerald Taylor
#4 Juan Pablo Vargas
#19 Kenneth Vargas
Commentary
90' Costa Rica — substitution: Joseph Mora / Ariel Lassiter
90' Costa Rica — substitution: Anthony Contreras / Manfred Alonso Ugalde Arce
82' Argentina — substitution: Nicolas Gonzalez / Enzo Fernandez
82' Argentina — substitution: Valentín Carboni / Angel Fabian Di Maria
82' Argentina — substitution: German Alejo Pezzella / Nicolas Hernan Gonzalo Otamendi
80' Costa Rica — substitution: Elias Aguilar Vargas / Alvaro Jose Zamora Mata
77' Goal! Lautaro Javier Martinez - Argentina
72' Argentina — substitution: Rodrigo De Paul / Giovani Lo Celso
71' Argentina — substitution: Lautaro Javier Martinez / Alejandro Garnacho
71' Fernan Faerron - Costa Rica receive a yellow card
68' Costa Rica — substitution: Jefferson Brenes / Brandon Aguilera
68' Costa Rica — substitution: Warren Steven Madrigal Molina / Josimar Alcocer
60' Argentina — substitution: Leandro Daniel Paredes / Alexis Mac Allister
56' Goal! Alexis Mac Allister - Argentina
52' Goal! Angel Fabian Di Maria - Argentina
45+2' Nahuel Molina - Argentina receive a yellow card
34' Goal! Manfred Alonso Ugalde Arce - Costa Rica

How We Build the Argentina vs Costa Rica Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Argentina vs Costa Rica on 26 March 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Argentina vs Costa Rica Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Argentina's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Costa Rica's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Argentina and Costa Rica sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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