<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/argentina">Argentina</a></strong>, after all the drama surrounding the Finalissima that ultimately was not played due to disagreements from both sides, had to find friendly matches at the last moment ahead of the 2026 World Cup, and their confirmed opponents are <strong>Mauritania</strong> and <strong>Zambia</strong>, countries that sit much lower in the <strong>FIFA</strong> ranking.</p>



<p>Their opponents on this farewell tour before the World Cup hold more modest positions. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/zambia">Zambia</a> are ranked 85th while Mauritania sit 105th in the global standings</strong>.</p>



<p>The gap in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/fifa">FIFA</a> ranking between the national teams is significant. Argentina remain firmly in second place in the world, <strong>only behind Spain, reinforcing their status as a global powerhouse</strong> after a dominant qualifying campaign.</p>



<h2>When will the matches be played?</h2>



<p>These matches, scheduled for <strong>March 27 and 31 in Argentina</strong>, were organized by the AFA so that Lionel Scaloni’s squad could receive support from their fans before traveling to the World Cup, and they could also represent a possible farewell for their top star, Lionel Messi.</p>



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<h2>Argentina’s recent friendlies</h2>


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<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/argentina-to-play-mauritania-what-were-the-last-friendlies-for-messis-team-ahead-of-the-2026-world-cup">Argentina’s recent friendlies</a> have been criticized due to the level of their opponents, which are not considered on par with what a world champion should face. It is also important to remember that they compete in what many consider the toughest qualifiers. These are the latest friendlies:</p>



<ul><li>5-0 Win vs Estonia</li><li>3-0 Win vs Honduras </li><li>3-0 Win vs Jamaica</li><li>5-0 Win vs UAE </li><li>2-0 Win vs Panama</li><li> 7-0 Win vs Curazao </li><li>2-0 Win vs Australia</li><li> 2-0 Win vs Indonesia </li><li>3-0 Win vs El Salvador </li><li>3-1 Win vs Costa Rica </li><li>1-0 Win vs Ecuador </li><li>4-1 Win vs Guatemala </li><li>1-0 Win vs Venezuela </li><li>6-0 Win vs Puerto Rico </li><li>2-0 Win vs Angola</li></ul>



<h2>Why was the Finalissima not played?</h2>



<p>It was ultimately the result of a series of decisions after the Doha venue was ruled out due to external security concerns, where AFA, Conmebol, UEFA and the RFEF proposed hosting options in their own countries instead of choosing neutral venues, which created tension on both sides, and with no agreement reached, the match was canceled, including controversial statements such as the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/conmebol-president-calls-argentina-finalissima-champions-claiming-spain-didnt-show-up">Conmebol president declaring Argentina as champion</a>.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/argentina" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Argentina</a></strong> just announced that they will play <strong>Mauritania</strong> in a friendly game ahead of the <strong>2026 World Cup</strong>. This goes in line with what we’ve seen recently from <strong>Lionel Messi</strong>‘s national team.</p>



<p>Since winning the Copa America in 2021, <strong>Argentina’s friendlies haven’t been precisely elite matchups</strong>. In fact, these are the teams they’ve faced since 2021 in friendly games.</p>



<ul><li>5-0 Win vs Estonia</li><li>3-0 Win vs Honduras</li><li>3-0 Win vs Jamaica</li><li>5-0 Win vs UAE</li><li>2-0 Win vs Panama</li><li>7-0 Win vs Curazao</li><li>2-0 Win vs Australia</li><li>2-0 Win vs Indonesia</li><li>3-0 Win vs El Salvador</li><li>3-1 Win vs Costa Rica</li><li>1-0 Win vs Ecuador</li><li>4-1 Win vs Guatemala</li><li>1-0 Win vs Venezuela</li><li>6-0 Win vs Puerto Rico</li><li>2-0 Win vs Angola</li></ul>



<h2>Where are Mauritania in the FIFA rankings?</h2>



<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mauritania" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mauritania</a> are positioned 115th in the FIFA World Ranking</strong>. Mauritania have lost three games in a row. They lost to 4-0 to Senegal, followed by a 1-0 loss to Libya, and lastly, a 0-2 home loss to Kuwait.</p>



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<p>The fact is Mauritania align with what the Argentinian Federation has seeked lately. Lower level teams to just maintain rhythm, but <strong>not opponents that will make the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a> and the national team sweat a lot</strong>.</p>


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<h2>Argentina’s focus is on the World Cup</h2>



<p>There is one reason for the Argentinians to pick Mauritania, maybe. During the group phase, Argentina will face Jordan, Algeria, and Austria. <strong>Jordan have a similar style to Mauritania</strong>, <strong>albeit much more better and effective</strong>. However, in a soccer, philosophical way, they play with a similar brand.</p>


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<p>The knockout round of the 2022 <strong>African Nations Championship</strong> will have <strong>Senegal vs Mauritania</strong>today at Stade du 19 Mai 1956 in the <strong>quarterfinals</strong>. Read along to know more about the date, kickoff time and TV channel to watch or live stream the game for free. If you are in the US, it will be available on <strong><a href="https://www.fubo.tv/stream/live/preview/?page_slug=beIN1HD&amp;title=Watch%20the%20Africa%20Nations%20Championship%20Online%20with%20fuboTV&amp;irad=638202&amp;irmp=3119684" rel="sponsored, nofollow noopener" target="_blank">FuboTV (free trial)</a></strong>.</p>
<p>Senegal got to this part after being <strong>the leaders of their group</strong>. There they shared the round with <strong>Ivory Coast, Uganda, and D.R. Congo</strong>. They finished in the first place after beating Ivory Coast and D.R. Congo and losing vs Uganda. Their last game was a <strong>3-0 win over D.R. Congo</strong> to secure the lead.</p>
<p>Mauritania had much less margin for error than their opponents in the main round. Only the leader was going to advance to the next step since it was a <strong>three-team group</strong>. Although they did just enough to move on undefeated getting a<strong> victory against Mali</strong> along with a <strong>tie vs Angola</strong>.</p>
<h2>Senegal vs Mauritania: Date</h2>
<p>Senegal will clash with Mauritania in the quarterfinals of the 2022 African Nations Championship this <strong>Friday, January 27</strong>. The game will be played at Stade du 19 Mai 1956.</p>
<h2>Senegal vs Mauritania: Time by State in the US</h2>
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<h2>How to watch Senegal vs Mauritania in the US</h2>
<p>The game between Senegal and Mauritania in the quarterfinals of the 2022 African Nations Championship will be available to watch or live stream on <a href="https://www.fubo.tv/stream/live/preview/?page_slug=beIN1HD&amp;title=Watch%20the%20Africa%20Nations%20Championship%20Online%20with%20fuboTV&amp;irad=638202&amp;irmp=3119684" rel="sponsored, nofollow noopener" target="_blank">FuboTV (free trial)</a> in the US. The other options are beIN SPORTS CONNECT and beIN SPORTS XTRA.<span></span></p>
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