Argentina's Lineup Against Jordan: Resting Messi and Key Players
June 28, 2026 · Sara Ortega
Argentina will rest key players, including Messi, for their final group stage match against Jordan in the FIFA World Cup, having already secured first place in their group.
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As Argentina prepares for their final FIFA World Cup group stage match, they have already secured the top spot in Group J. Set to face Jordan today at 11 p.m. Brasília time at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, the team is focusing on the upcoming knockout stage against Cape Verde. Romanian referee István Kovács will officiate the match, and it will be broadcasted on CazéTV. Coach Lionel Scaloni has decided to rest many of his starters, including Lionel Messi. The lineup features Dibu Martínez, Giuliano Simeone, Otamendi, Senesi, and Tagliafico in defense. Midfielders Paredes, Exequiel Palacios, Lo Celso, and Nico Paz join forwards Lautaro Martínez and Julián Álvarez. Messi and the other eight starters from the previous match against Austria will start on the bench, providing an opportunity for other squad members to shine.
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