Argentina arrive at their final Group J fixture already knowing their work is done. Six points from two matches means a place in the knockout stage is secured, and the match against Jordan on June 27, 2026, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is as close to a free hit as international football gets.
What the predicted lineup looks like
Forecasts from major sports platforms point toward a 4-3-3 shape, which has been the backbone of Argentina’s setup since Scaloni took charge after the 2018 World Cup disaster.
Lionel Messi is listed as a potential starter. That decision will carry weight, because at 38 years old during this tournament cycle, every minute he plays is a minute worth managing carefully.
Emiliano Martínez, Nahuel Molina, Nicolás Otamendi, and Lautaro Martínez are among the players expected to feature, though the degree of rotation in midfield and in goal is where Scaloni has genuine decisions to make.
