The Egyptian national team is preparing to face a heavyweight clash against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup.
The two teams meet on Tuesday evening in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup, currently being held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The Argentine national team enters the match after a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Cape Verde in the round of 32, while the Egyptian national team qualified after defeating Australia on penalties, setting up a historic date with the World Cup holders.
According to the Argentine network "TyC Sports", technical director Lionel Scaloni is set to rely on his starting lineup in a bid to secure a ticket to the quarter-finals.
Expected Argentina lineup against Egypt
Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martínez.
Defense: Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Tagliafico.
Midfield: Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernández, Leandro Paredes.
Attack: Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez.
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