MIAMI, Fla. – November 13, 2024 – Telemundo’s “Rumbo al Mundial” series continues with the exclusive coverage of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ champion Argentina and all-time World Cup winner Brazil’s last round of qualifying home matches for 2024 next week Tuesday, Nov. 19. Complete coverage of Argentina v. Peru LIVE at 6:55 p.m. ET on Telemundo followed by Brazil v. Uruguay at 7:30 p.m. ET on Universo.
Emmy Award winner and Soccer Hall of Fame member Andrés Cantor, alongside former Mexico National Team and Chivas de Guadalajara star Manuel Sol will provide commentary as Argentina faces Peru. Key players to watch for Argentina include 8-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi, goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez returning from a disciplinary suspension, and 23-year-old Enzo Barrenechea, newly called to the national team. Peru, meanwhile, will see the return of its historic top scorer Paolo Guerrero, defender Miguel Trauco, and forward Gianluca Lapadula, back from injury after missing the last round.
Luis Omar Tapia, a prominent sports journalist and soccer commentator, will join seasoned analyst Eduardo Biscayart to cover the matchup between Brazil and Uruguay. Brazil’s roster features standout talent, including Real Madrid’s forward Vinicius Junior, returning after a neck injury kept him out of October’s qualifiers, his teammate Rodrygo, Barcelona’s Raphinha, and the surprise inclusion of 17-year-old striker Estêvão Willian. Bolivia will field a mixed lineup with mostly players under 10 caps, complemented by seasoned players José Sagredo, goalkeeper Guillermo Viscarra, and defender Gabriel Villamil.
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