25/06/2026 19:41 - Deportes
With Argentina already qualified as Group J leaders with 6 points and a +5 goal difference, manager Lionel Scaloni has the opportunity to rotate the squad intelligently. The match on Saturday, June 27 at 23:00 (Argentine time) against Jordan in Dallas will be the ideal stage for players who haven't yet featured in the 2026 World Cup to make their debut.
According to specialized media, Scaloni is evaluating giving minutes to players who haven't participated yet:
The coach confirmed that Cuti Romero will be preserved after receiving a knock to his knee in the previous match. This decision is part of the physical management strategy ahead of the knockout phase.
Context: Argentina comes off two intense matches in Group J, and physical fatigue is a factor to consider. Scaloni prioritizes player health to have them at 100% for the Round of 16.
| Date | Match | Venue | Local Time (Argentina) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2026 | Argentina vs Jordan | Dallas | 23:00 |
| 07/03/2026 | Round of 16: Argentina vs 2nd Place Group H | Miami | 19:00 |
Current Group H standings: Spain leads with 4 points, followed by Uruguay (2 pts), Cape Verde (2 pts), and Saudi Arabia (0 pts). Argentina will face the runner-up of this group in the Round of 16.
Captain Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday on June 24, 2026 while playing in his fifth World Cup with Argentina. The Rosario-born star is the all-time World Cup top scorer with 18 goals and has broken 4 Guinness World Records:
18
Goals28
Matches18
Victories2,489
Minutes playedHe also matched Fontaine and Jairzinho's record of scoring in 6 consecutive World Cup matches.
Argentina's technical staff modified the original roadmap to optimize preparation for the Jordan match. According to TyC Sports, changes include:
Argentina qualified first in Group J with 6 points and a +5 goal difference, demonstrating why they remain one of the most solid teams in the tournament so far.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
