Argentina changes starting line-up for duel with Austria and Boca Juniors midfielder could debut in the World Cup
Argentina won a convincing three-nil victory over Algeria in their first World Cup match, and coach Lionel Scaloni will have new players available for the next clash. The team will face Austria on Monday, the 22nd, at 2pm Brasília time, at the AT&T Stadium, located in Dallas, in the United States.
This clash is crucial, as it defines the leadership of Group J; the Austrian team also achieved a three-one victory over Jordan. A victory could ensure early qualification for the knockout stages, allowing Scaloni to manage the squad and rest important players in subsequent games, which is a key strategic advantage in long tournaments like the World Cup. For this commitment in Texas, the Argentine coach will have some athletes back.
After recovering from a thigh injury, Nahuel Molina is tipped to resume the right-back position, replacing Montiel in the starting lineup. On the left wing, Nicolás Tagliafico, who felt pain in his calf and did not participate in the game against the Algerians, is able to play; however, Facundo Medina’s solid performance created a strong competition for the starting spot, showing the squad’s depth in defense and offering the coach more tactical options.
Among the main news, the return of midfielder Leandro Paredes stands out, a fundamental player and world champion in 2022, known for his influential leadership in the dressing room. The Boca Juniors player, who had been sidelined since the end of May, was discharged from the medical department after completing treatment for an injury to the hamstring muscle, bringing back important experience and an active voice to the group.
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If Lionel Scaloni decides to change the team’s tactical scheme, Thiago Almada appears as the main candidate to leave the team. However, the expectation is that Leandro Paredes, a former PSG athlete, will start the match on the bench, as he still needs to regain his ideal playing rhythm after the recovery period.
On the defensive line, the coach must preserve the duo Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martínez. Their presence is strategic for the team, as they are crucial in building plays from the ball out, ensuring fluidity and quality in the transition between defense and attack.
Argentina’s expected formation for the decisive clash against Austria
The probable lineup for the Argentine national team for the match against Austria includes the following names:
- Emiliano Martinez
- Nahuel Molina
- Christian Romero
- Lisandro Martinez
- Nicolás Tagliafico (or Facundo Medina)
- Rodrigo DePaul
- Enzo Fernández
- Alexis MacAllister
- Thiago Almada
- Lionel Messi
- Lautaro Martinez
Broadcast options to follow the World Cup
Viewers will be able to follow all World Cup matches broadcast live on CazéTV. The content is available to access at no additional cost through the Disney+ platform.
