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Lionel Scaloni confirms Messi will start on the bench against Jordan

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Lionel Scaloni confirms Messi will start on the bench against Jordan
Summary

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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  • •Lionel Scaloni hints at a rotated squad for the match against Jordan.
  • •Messi likely to be a substitute due to a hamstring injury.
  • •Argentina has qualified for the Round of 32 as Group J winners.
  • •The match is scheduled for Saturday at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
  • •Argentina's next opponent after Jordan will be Cape Verde.
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  • 3:52 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina’s Lionel Scaloni confirms big Lionel Messi plan for next World Cup match
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Lionel Scaloni is expected to deploy a rotated squad in Argentina’s next World Cup match against Jordan on Saturday at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas, with Lionel Messi likely relegated to the bench. “Leo will be a substitute tomorrow, to…

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