Uruguay vs Argentina, 5 Talking Points; FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Argentina trotted over the border to Uruguay to play in a crucial World Cup qualifier and managed to walk away with what can kindly be called "a result" after a dull 0-0 draw that had all the hallmarks of an Oscar Tabarez classic.

It was a match that even the most astute observers of tactical patterns would struggle to discern anything positive from (despite Lionel Messi - and even Edinson Cavani - showing glimpses of the immense talent they possess), and with that in mind we look at the five main learnings we took away from the match - which you can relive right here through our minute-by-minute coverage

#5. Jorge Sampaoli's side lacks the Sampaoli-stamp. For now.

What do you expect when you come up against a Jorge Sampaoli side? Pace, directness, incessant pressing and lightning attacks would certainly form the core of what you'd expect - but in his first competitive match as manager of the Argentina national side, Sampaoli's men showed none of the blood and thunder aggression that all his sides, till date, have been famous for.

Sure, it was against the worst possible opposition - an Uruguay side that seemed almost allergic to having the ball at their feet and defended with ten men well inside their own half - but those who appointed Sampaoli, and those who hailed his appointment, will be hoping that this is merely a debut-hiccup and that Argentina can go on to reflect the qualities that the charismatic manager is so famous for.

Of course, it's way too early to say Sampaoli is merely another Bauza (surely, no one can be that inept with such a talented squad) but saying that the former Sevilla and Chile boss has his work cut out is a massive understatement.