With the match approaching, the Burkinabe delegation was reportedly still in Morocco and had yet to reach Argentina. Reports indicated that the players had been preparing to leave their hotel for the airport when an issue involving their flight disrupted the journey.
The delay raised concerns over whether Burkina Faso would arrive in time to prepare for the encounter. The team was also reported to have yet to hold a training session ahead of the fixture.
However, the situation remains fluid. Burkina Faso-based outlet Burkina24 reported on Friday that the friendly had not been cancelled and that the problem involving a special flight may have been resolved. The report also suggested that uncertainty remained around the delegation.
Neither the Burkina Faso Football Federation nor the Argentine Football Association had announced the cancellation of the match at the time of reporting.
The fixture forms part of Burkina Faso’s international programme following the opening two rounds of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The Stallions drew 1-1 with Benin before recording a 1-0 victory over the Central African Republic.
Argentina, meanwhile, are preparing for their own international fixtures during the current window.
Further clarification from the football authorities is expected to determine whether Burkina Faso can complete the journey and take on the world champions as planned.