Argentina left-back Nicolás Tagliafico is set to make his first start of this World Cup in the final group-stage match against Jordan. Scaloni is using the already-eliminated opponent to test squad depth, while Tagliafico stressed the goals of maximum points and clean sheets, and praised Messi as being at the same level as during the 2022 World Cup.
During the World Cup, AT&T Stadium in Arlington hosted nine matches, making it one of the most-used venues. Argentina face already-eliminated Jordan in their final group game as Scaloni's side wraps up here; the temporary natural grass takes on a pink hue under supplemental lighting, and the overhead screen spans more than 1,000 square meters.
As Argentina prepare for their second match against Austria, the battle between Lautaro and Álvarez for a starting spot has become the focus, with Scaloni potentially set to reshuffle his forward line.
In the opening match of World Cup Group J, Argentina and Algeria meet at Arrowhead Stadium. The South American champions are riding a seven-game winning streak as they look to start strong, while Algeria's resolute back line—four consecutive clean sheets deep—awaits a stern test.
AFA president Tapia faces tax evasion and money laundering charges; Milei's club privatization drive clashes with FIFA's ban on government interference; Scaloni hopes Messi will stay with the national team.
Argentina head to the 2026 World Cup as Copa América and qualifying champions, drawn in Group J against Algeria, Austria and Jordan; Scaloni's squad is still to be finalised, with Messi leading the core.
Argentina have unveiled their 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, with Lionel Messi leading 17 members of Qatar's title-winning core. In the group stage, they will face Algeria, Jordan and Austria in succession.
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