Lautaro Martínez is Argentina’s main offensive reference against Egypt this Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 1 pm (Brasília time), at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, in Atlanta (USA), in the round of 16 of the World Cup. The top scorer, with a keen eye for goal, forms one of the most feared duos in the tournament alongside Lionel Messi.
Channels to watch live in Brazil and around the world
In Brazil, the clash will be shown on TV Globo and SBT on open TV, SporTV, NSports and CazéTV on YouTube. Globoplay and Disney+ also broadcast. In the US, FOX (English) and Telemundo (Spanish, with Peacock). Other options include ITV/BBC in the UK, SBS in Australia and ESPN/Star+ in South America.
- Brazil: Globo, SBT, SporTV, CazéTV, Globoplay, Disney+
- United States: FOX, Telemundo, Peacock
- United Kingdom: ITV1, BBC
- Australia:SBS
- South America: ESPN/Star+, TyC Sports
Importance of Lautaro in Scaloni’s scheme
Lautaro Martínez combines physical strength, movement intelligence and precise finishing. His rapport with Messi and other teammates like Julián Álvarez could be decisive against the Egyptian defense. The center forward has been fundamental for Argentina to maintain offensive power in defending the world title.
The challenge in the round of 16 for the top scorer
Qualifying for the quarterfinals keeps Argentina in the fight for a second championship. For Lautaro Martínez, the game represents another opportunity to mark his name in the history of World Cups and show why he is one of the most respected strikers on the planet. The duel in Atlanta promises to be intense.
