FIFA World Cup Power Rankings Updated Through The QuarterFinals

Per Mertesacker

2. Argentina ( 5 )

The Argentines are picking things up finally. For the group stages, and against Switzerland, it seemed as if Argentina was riding on first gear. But, after their showcase against Belgium, it’s clear that Messi and his pack are a threat. The loss of Di Maria is huge and Perez, his replacement during the Belgium game, will be a huge downgrade.

Goals Scored: 8 (5th)

Goals Conceded: 3 (Tied – 2nd)

Completed Passes: 79% (5th)

Attacks: 280 (1st)

Shot on goal per total shots: 64% (7th)

Possession: 60% (1st)

Completed Clearances: 87% (10th)

Saves: 14 (10th)

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Alec Kleyer
Alec Kleyer is a second year student at Macaulay Honors College. He's played, watched, analyzed soccer/futbol most of his life. Visit his blog at knlsoccer.com for soccer news outside of the World Cup!