The Argentine men’s football national team takes on its Austrian counterpart on Monday, looking to secure its spot in the round of 32. The two are set to face off in the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
After beating Algeria 3-0 in its debut with a hat trick by captain Lionel Messi, the Albiceleste needs only one more win to book its spot in the knockout stages.
In front, Argentina will have an Austrian team coached by former Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick, who beat Jordan 2-0 in its debut, and is also placed in a prime spot to secure its spot.
In terms of its starting eleven, Argentina will go out with a very similar lineup to the one that beat Algeria, with the only change being Nahuel Molina in place of Gonzalo Montiel at right back.
Left back Nicolás Tagliafico is back in contention after recovering from a tear in his left soleus muscle. However, he’s expected to be rested to ensure a full recovery.
