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Argentina Prepares for Egypt Clash as Scaloni Eyes World Cup Final Against Spain

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First reported by Mako · 30 minutes ago

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Argentina prepares to face Egypt in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 after a tough win over Cape Verde, with coach Scaloni planning lineup changes and expressing confidence about a potential final against Spain. Messi is fit to play, and the match will be held in Atlanta's climate-controlled stadium amid strong local support.

01Argentina faces Egypt in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 after a tough win over Cape Verde.
02Coach Lionel Scaloni plans key lineup changes to refresh the team after 120 minutes of play.
03Leandro Paredes returns to midfield to restore Argentina’s pressing style and support Alexis Mac Allister.
04Lionel Messi is fit and expected to play despite the previous match’s physical toll.
05The match recalls Messi’s first World Cup goal against Egypt in 2005 at the U-20 World Cup.
06Scaloni expressed eagerness for a potential final against Spain but acknowledged the tournament’s difficulty.

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