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Argentina v Bolivia Stats

Data last updated: Wed 30 Sep 2026, 09:22 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Argentina faces Bolivia in a friendly where Argentina's recent form shows strong defensive solidity and attacking threat, while Bolivia struggles with conceding goals and limited scoring. The match is expected to be competitive with physical intensity, as Bolivia aims to disrupt Argentina's rhythm. Tactical discipline and midfield battles will be key, with Argentina likely controlling possession but Bolivia pressing aggressively, setting the stage for a potentially card-heavy encounter without clear scoring certainty.

BT4Y best bet

Over 3.5 Cards

  • Argentina concedes only 0.25 goals per game, showing defensive control but physical engagement.
  • Bolivia averages 1.33 yellow cards per game, indicating a propensity for fouling under pressure.
  • Historical matches average 3.38 goals, but recent form suggests a low BTTS rate, implying controlled scoring.
  • Capaldo have high card risk, supporting the likelihood of multiple bookings.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model estimates a 56.4% chance for over 3.5 cards, reflecting the physical nature of this friendly. Both teams show moderate card averages, with Bolivia's defensive struggles and Argentina's aggressive midfield presence contributing. The price offers positive value with an 8.8% edge, supported by player-level card risks and tactical intensity. No data limitations affect , making this a solid pick for bettors seeking a card market with a strong football rationale.

Model Chance56.4% model chance vs 47.6% implied (+8.8 pts)
Strong positive
Implied Chance56.4% model chance vs 47.6% implied (+8.8 pts)
Positive
Value Edge56.4% model chance vs 47.6% implied (+8.8 pts)
Strong positive
Player Card RiskHigh for key midfielders
Positive
Recent FormConsistent card accumulation
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a physical match with Argentina's disciplined defense and Bolivia's pressing style leading to multiple fouls and bookings. The card market is attractive given the midfield battles and player tendencies to commit fouls, making over 3.5 cards a tactically and statistically supported choice.

Main risk

The card line needs match pressure and repeated duels; a controlled game state would weaken the booking angle.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Cards market

“This fixture's midfield intensity and defensive pressure almost guarantee a card-laden game, with Bolivia's fouling frequency and Argentina's aggressive playmaking driving the count above 3.5 cards.”

Key Data Signals

Over 3.5 Cards evidence

Argentina concedes only 0.25 goals per game, showing defensive control but physical engagement.

Bolivia averages 1.33 yellow cards per game, indicating a propensity for fouling under pressure.

Capaldo have high card risk, supporting the likelihood of multiple bookings.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 3.5 Cards notes

  • Over the last eight head-to-head matches, the average goals total is 3.38, but the trend towards low BTTS and controlled scoring suggests a slower tempo with tactical fouling.
  • This supports a scenario where physicality and fouls lead to multiple cards rather than open attacking play.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Argentina3
Avg goals scored
Bolivia0.6
Argentina0.25
Avg goals conceded
Bolivia2.2
Argentina25%
BTTS rate
Bolivia0%
Argentina75%
Over 2.5 goals
Bolivia60%
Best odds for this sectionOver 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · Model 86% vs implied 93% · edge -6.8 pts
1.08
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 36%
3.5
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 62%
1.5
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 42%
2.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 68%
1.3
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 50%
1.73
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Despite an average of 3.38 goals in head-to-head matches, recent form shows a low BTTS rate with Argentina conceding only 0.25 goals per game and Bolivia scoring 0.6. This indicates controlled scoring and defensive caution, reducing the likelihood of both teams scoring but not diminishing physicality.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickOver 3.5 CardsBet365 guide price · Model 56% vs implied 48% · edge +8.8 pts
2.1
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Bolivia to WinBet365 guide price · model 18%
29
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 42%
2.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 68%
1.3
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 18%
11
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Argentina to WinBetMGM guide price · model 74%
1.06
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Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 35%
1.91
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The 56.4% for Over 3.5 Cards sits against roughly 47.6% implied by the current price (+8.8 pts). Argentina have the higher yellow-card average at 1.5, while Bolivia sit at 1.33.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Argentina

WWWW
Last 54W 0D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 0D 0L
10 Jun 2026H Iceland3-0
07 Jun 2026H Honduras2-0
01 Apr 2026H Zambia5-0
27 Mar 2026H Mauritania2-1

Bolivia

LLLWL
Last 51W 0D 4L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 4L
27 Sep 2026H Paraguay0-2
11 Jun 2026H Algeria0-4
06 Jun 2026H Scotland0-4
15 Mar 2026H Trinidad and Tobago3-0
25 Jan 2026H Mexico0-1
Best odds for this sectionBolivia to WinBet365 guide price · Model 18% vs implied 3% · edge +15 pts
29
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 86%
1.01
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DrawBetUK guide price · model 18%
11
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Argentina to WinBetMGM guide price · model 74%
1.06
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Argentina's recent form includes 12 points with a strong defensive record, while Bolivia has 3 points and concedes more. Both teams' card averages and fouling patterns in recent matches support the expectation of over 3.5 cards, reflecting ongoing physical engagement in their games.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

75%Argentina Over 2.5
60%Bolivia Over 2.5
3.38H2H avg goals
Over the last eight head-to-head matches, the average goals total is 3.38, but the trend towards low BTTS and controlled scoring suggests a slower tempo with tactical fouling. This supports a scenario where physicality and fouls lead to multiple cards rather than open attacking play.

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