We'll get a glimpse of Argentina's future in Guayaquil, with Lionel Messi granted the night off. Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez would be the first names on most other international teamsheets, so with La Albiceleste's all-time top scorer set to turn 39 during next summer's tournament, Tuesday's game is a chance for Lionel Scaloni to hone his Plan B.
You can watch Ecuador vs Argentina live streams from anywhere with a VPN and potentially for FREE.
The Ecuador vs Argentina World Cup 2026 Qualifier takes place on Tuesday, Sep. 9.
• Time: 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT / 12 a.m. BST (Wed.) / 9 a.m. AEST (Wed.)
• FREE STREAM — SBS On Demand (Australia)
• U.K. — Premier Sports
• U.S. — Fanatiz PPV
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk free
This may be the final matchday of Conmebol World Cup qualifying, but the pressure is off at Estadio Monumental Banco Pichincha. Argentina walked it. Ecuador have secured safe passage too, and could yet leapfrog Brazil into 2nd place.
Otherwise, it's set up to be a very useful exercise for Argentina in particular. La Tri have an imperious defensive record, by far the best in qualifying, with just five goals conceded across 17 games. Sebastian Beccacece's men have also kept clean sheets in each of their past four, and nine of their last 10. Curious Arsenal fans might want to tune in to get familiar with new signing Piero Hincapie.
However, when Enner Valencia isn't firing, Ecuador aren't either. The Internacional man is one of the top scorers in qualifying, but last found the net in March. Ecuador, therefore, last found the net in March.
Here's how to watch Ecuador vs Argentina live streams from anywhere in the world, and potentially for free.
How to watch Ecuador vs Argentina for free
If you're in Australia you're in luck, as you can watch an Ecuador vs Argentina live stream for FREE. It will be streamed online on SBS On Demand, along with every other CONMEBOL World Cup 2026 qualifier.
Traveling abroad right now? You can use a VPN to watch all the action as if you were back home. NordVPN is our top pick of the options and we'll show you how to access it below.
How to watch Ecuador vs Argentina from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the soccer on your usual subscription?
You can still watch Ecuador vs Argentina live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away from Australia but want to view SBS as usual, you'd select an Australia server from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head over to SBS On Demand and enjoy!
How to watch Ecuador vs Argentina live streams in the U.S.
Fans in the U.S. can watch Ecuador vs Argentina live streams as a PPV exclusively on Fanatiz.
The PPV costs $29.99. Alternatively, you can pay $59.99 to watch every game of Matchday 18.
Not currently in the U.S. but want to catch this crucial qualifier? You can use a VPN to watch all the action as if you were back home. NordVPN is our top pick.
How to watch Ecuador vs Argentina live streams in the U.K.
Ecuador vs Argentina is being shown on Premier Sports 1 in the U.K..
A subscription costs £15.99 per month, but if you're willing to commit to a whole year upfront you'll pay £99 — working out at £8.25 per month.
As well as the Conmebol World Cup Qualifiers, Premier Sports holds the rights to the NHL, Top 14 and United Rugby Championship.
If you're not in the U.K. right now, you can still follow your usual Ecuador vs Argentina live stream by using NordVPN.
How to watch Ecuador vs Argentina live streams in Canada
The Ecuador vs Argentina game is a Fanatiz PPV in Canada too.
The Ecuador vs Argentina PPV costs CA$29.99. Alternatively, you can unlock access to the entire Matchday 18 slate for CA$59.99.
If you're currently on holiday in Canada from Australia, one of the best VPN services will help tap into your FREE home coverage of the game. We recommend NordVPN.
How to watch Ecuador vs Argentina live streams in Australia
As explained above, Ecuador vs Argentina is being shown for FREE via the SBS On Demand streaming service and app in Australia.
If you're away from Australia right now and want to watch your usual subscription from back home, use a quality VPN like NordVPN.
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