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Qatar 2022: What happens if Argentina and Mexico tie in the group stage?

Argentina and Mexico face off on Matchday 2 of Group Cin a crucial game for their FIFA World Cup aspirations. Let's take a look at what happens if they draw at Qatar 2022.

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**© Claudio Villa/Getty Images**Hirving Lozano (left) against Lionel Messi.

The stakes are higher than ever for Argentina and Mexico on Matchday 2 of the Qatar 2022 group stage. Both teams arrived in this fixture looking for their first win in this year’s FIFA World Cup, following a lackluster start to the tournament. Therefore, many wonder what would happen if they draw.

While El Tri snatched a point against Poland in their debut, La Albiceleste were shocked by Saudi Arabia in one of the biggest upsets in World Cup history. Now, both aim to head into the group finale in high spirits.

Poland’s victory over the Asian team earlier on Saturday put pressure on both sides, as their World Cup hopes might be on the line. This would be the scenario if Mexico and Argentina finish level.

What happens if Argentina-Mexico finishes tied at Qatar 2022 World Cup

If Argentina and Mexico tie, both would remain alive in the 2022 World Cup. However, the draw would be better for El Tri, as they would only need a win over Saudi Arabia to qualify for the knockout stage.

As for Argentina, a draw would leave them with chances of qualifyingbut they would beslim. If Lionel Messi‘s team draws with Mexico, it would have to beat Poland, scoring as many goals as possible to have the upper hand in thetiebreaker.Using this World Cup Predictor, you can see every potential outcome of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Martín O’donnell

Martin O'Donnell is a bilingual sports writer fluent in English and Spanish, currently serving as the Editor of Bolavip. He began his journey with the website in February 2021, making a name for himself through comprehensive coverage of soccer, NFL, and NBA, with a specialty in real-time reporting of major events such as the World Cup, UEFA Champions League finals, and the Super Bowl. In June 2024, Martin took on the role of Subeditor, where he excelled in overseeing the publication of stories, assisting staff writers, and ensuring content quality. His prior experience includes managing social media for CONMEBOL Libertadores and Sudamericana in English and Spanish, as well as reporting on Brazilian football for Sambafoot. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture breaking news, Martin has consistently been a valuable asset to the Bolavip team, especially during crucial sports seasons involving trades, playoffs, and finals. Now, as the Editor, Martin brings his extensive experience and keen editorial sense to lead Bolavip’s team, driving the website's growth and ensuring it remains a top source for sports news and analysis.