Lionel Scaloni confirms Messi will start on the bench against Jordan

Lionel Scaloni has indicated that Lionel Messi will likely be benched for Argentina's next World Cup match against Jordan on Saturday at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Argentina, having already secured a place in the Round of 32 as Group J winners, does not need to risk Messi, who is nursing a hamstring injury. Scaloni is considering a rotated squad and aims to maintain the team's successful style of play. The coach plans to announce the final lineup closer to the match, with potential replacements including Nico Paz and Julian Alvarez. Following the Jordan match, Argentina will face Cape Verde in the Round of 32.

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