Argentina and Uruguay face off in a hotly anticipated CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifier on Thursday.

This primetime showcase could pit two of Barcelona's top superstars in a match that will have major qualification implications for both sides.

Uruguay sits comfortably atop the World Cup qualifying standings with 13 points; the team has done this without its top star Luis Suarez. Suarez will be back for this round of qualifiers and looks to make a major impact for his country.

The bigger question of course will be whether Lionel Messi is on hand for Argentina in its qualifiers. The reigning Ballon d'Or winner "retired" from the national side in June after losing the Copa America final, the third straight final he lost with the team. But he has since decided to return. However, a nagging injury threatens to keep him out of the upcoming game with Uruguay.

Argentina has 11 points.

Prediction

If Messi plays, Argentina will be the clearcut favorite. But with Luis Suarez at the other end, this should be a tight 1-1 draw.

Start Time, Date, Location

Argentina and Uruguay kick off at 7:30 p.m EDT on Thursday in Mendoza, Argentina

Live Stream and TV Info

The match between Bolivia and Peru will be broadcast on beINSports and using the beIN Sports Connect or using the FuboTV app.