Argentina’s manager, Lionel Scaloni, has announced that Lionel Messi will be sidelined for the team’s upcoming 2026 World Cup group stage finale against Jordan. Having already secured a spot in the Round of 32 following wins against Algeria and Austria, the squad is in a strong position. Although Messi has netted every one of Argentina’s five goals during the competition, the Inter Miami player will sit out to recharge before the knockout phase begins.
Scaloni emphasized that he expects the squad to maintain their tactical approach. While acknowledging Jordan as a capable opponent, the coach stated that the team plans to adjust specific elements from their previous performance while keeping their focus on ball possession and controlling the flow of the match.
