Argentina starting lineup vs Egypt confirmed for FIFA World Cup 2026 match

Argentina starting lineup vs Egypt is set for the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on July 7 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. The defending champions, coming off a 3-2-type scare against debutants Cape Verde in the last 32 after two equalizers and a late own goal, will be aiming for a smoother result versus Mohamed Salah’s Egypt. La Albiceleste opened the tournament with 3-0 vs Algeria and 2-0 vs Austria, then beat Jordan 3-1 to top Group J. Coach Lionel Scaloni is dealing with injuries, with Facundo Medina leaving the last match in cramps, while Nicolás Tagliafico and Emiliano Martínez are included in the predicted XI. Lionel Messi leads the attack alongside Lautaro Martínez.