Argentina will continue their preparations for this summer's World Cup, as Alejandro Sabella's side take to the stage as they face Slovenia. The two time world champions go into the game hoping to pick up where they left off against Trinidad and Tobago, where they cruised to a 3-0 win, before entering into group F in just over a week. Joining the South Americans in group F, will be Bosnia, Iran and Nigeria.
Slovenia come into this game off the back of a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Uruguay, and considering they will not be participating in this year's World Cup, they are merely playing provide, but hope to provide stern opposition for La Albiceleste.
With excitement levels rising by the day, world superstar and Argentinian attacker Lionel Messi told television station TyC Sports: "The important point is that we finished the match with no injured players. We are calm, happy with the squad we have. We'll try to play good football in the World Cup, win the next friendly and focus on the tournament then."
Argentinian legend Ossie Ardiles also had his say on La Albiceleste's chances at this summer's World Cup "I’d definitely tip Argentina as potential winners; they've got all the odds on their side this time. I think they will face Brazil in a dramatic final. Even so, there are several other teams that could play major roles in the competition, such as holders Spain, Germany, Italy and England."
One can only expect an Argentinian victory, with the home side unbeaten on home soil since losing on penalties to Uruguay in the 2011 Copá Ámerica. With this being the last chance to impress coach Sabella before the first group game, it is certain that each Argentine will be trying their best to finish the friendly campaign with a flourish.
