LIONEL MESSI returns as Argentina face Brazil in one of world football’s biggest rivalries.
The Albiceleste captain had served a three-month international suspension, coincidentally for labelling South American football’s governing body – Conmebol – corrupt after defeat to the Brazilians in the Copa America.
Lionel Messi and co will be hoping to exact revenge on Brazil for their Copa America semi final defeat in JulyCredit: Getty Images – Getty
What time does Brazil vs Argentina kick off?
This international friendly will take place on Friday, November 15.
It will kick off at 5pm UK time – that is 8pm in Saudi Arabia.
The match will be held at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh.
What TV channel Brazil vs Argentina on and can I live stream it?
Unfortunately this match will not be shown live on UK television.
If you are in the US, head to Fanatiz UASa or beIN SPORTS.
Meanwhile, Argentinians can tune into TyC Sports and viewers in Brazil can click over to Globo or SporTV.
What is the team news?
The big absentee from this game is Neymar, with the Brazilian superstar currently sidelined after picking an injury in the nation’s last match against Nigeria.
Meanwhile, Manchester City’s Ederson will also not feature after getting a knock in the draw with Atalanta.
And Aston Villa duo Douglas Luiz and Wesley will look to get their first international caps, with Brazil coach Tite also calling up Real Madrid wonderkid Rodrygo.
As for Argentina, Arsenal’s Emiliano Martinez will be hoping his performances in the cup competitions will warrant his debut between the sticks.
BRAZIL SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Alisson, Daniel Fuzato, Santos
Defenders: Thiago Silva, Marquinhos, Danilo, Alex Sandro, eder Militao, Renan Lodi, Felipe, Emerson
Midfielders: Willian, Philippe Coutinho, Casemiro, Arthur, Fabinho, Lucas Paqueta, Douglas Luiz
Forwards: Roberto Firmino, Gabriel Jesus, Richarlison, Rodrygo, Wesley
ARGENTINA SQUAD
Goalkeepers: Agustin Marchesin, Juan Musso, Esteban Andrada, Emiliano Martinez
Defenders: Juan Foyth, Nicolas Tagliafico, Renzo Saravia, German Pezzella, Walter Kannemann, Marcos Rojo, Nicolas Otamendi, Nehuen Perez
Midfielders: Leandro Paredes, Roberto Pereyra, Marcos Acuna, Lucas Ocampos, Rodrigo De Paul, Nicolas Dominguez, Guido Rodriguez, Giovani Lo Celso
Forwards: Sergio Aguero, Lionel Messi, Lucas Alario, Paulo Dybala, Lautaro Martinez, Nicolas Gonzalez
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
