Argentina Cruises Past Bolivia 4-0 in Cordoba Friendly
Argentina Shines in Home Friendly with Convincing Win Over Bolivia
Argentina kicked off their home friendly series with a strong 4-0 win against Bolivia at the Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium in Cordoba. The goals came from Lautaro Martinez, Nico Paz, Cristian Romero, and Jose Lopez, securing a dominant performance for Lionel Scaloni's squad.
Opening Goals Set the Tone
After 15 minutes, Lautaro Martinez broke the deadlock by finishing off a precise pass from Alexis Mac Allister. Just before halftime, Nico Paz doubled the lead with a delicate chip over goalkeeper Guillermo Viscarra, assisted by Exequiel Palacios.
Strong Second Half Display
Argentina kept control after the break, extending their lead eight minutes into the second half. Nico Paz switched roles to provider, delivering a well-placed corner that Cristian Romero headed in at the far post. Late in the match, Jose Lopez capitalized on a rebound to score his first senior international goal, rounding out the 4-0 victory.
Squad Rotation and Emerging Talent
The game gave coach Lionel Scaloni the chance to rotate his lineup, featuring a blend of world champions and young prospects like Agustin Giay and Gianlucca Prestianni. Scaloni praised the veteran players for keeping up their intensity, while Bolivia struggled to threaten goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
Looking Ahead to Upcoming Friendlies
Argentina will finish their stay in Cordoba as they prepare for two more friendlies, first facing Burkina Faso and then concluding the international window against Benin. Bolivia is regrouping to prepare for upcoming competitive matches, aiming to bounce back from this heavy defeat.
- Match: Argentina 4 - 0 Bolivia
- Date: October 1, 2026
- Location: Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium, Cordoba
- Goal Scorers: Lautaro Martinez, Nico Paz, Cristian Romero, Jose Lopez
- Next Argentina fixtures:
- October 4, 2026 - vs Burkina Faso
- October 7, 2026 - vs Benin
