<\/h2>\nScaloni is preparing changes and finalizing the plan with Messi<\/h2>\n![\"Argentina](\"https:\/\/nuevaonda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/arg-jor-2.jpg\")
PHOTO: Instagram of the Argentina National Team<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWith uncertainty surrounding whether Emiliano Mart\u00ednez will remain the starting goalkeeper\u2014as he could be replaced by Ger\u00f3nimo Rulli or Juan Musso\u2014Scaloni could revamp the entire defense.<\/p>\n
With Gonzalo Montiel and Nicol\u00e1s Tagliafico on the wings, after recovering from their injuries, and Nicol\u00e1s Otamendi replacing the injured Cristian Romero. Marcos Senesi, who was called up at the last minute to replace Leonardo Balerdi, is expected to start as the second center back in place of Lisandro Mart\u00ednez.<\/p>\n
In midfield, Giuliano Simeone, Leandro Paredes, Exequiel Palacios, and Nico Gonz\u00e1lez can give some rest to a lineup that has logged a lot of minutes, along with Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez up front.<\/p>\n
Then there’s the matter of Lionel Messi.<\/p>\n
Should Scaloni take this opportunity to give him a rest, considering that he won’t play again until five days later, in the Round of 16 in Miami?<\/p>\n
Or keep him on the team so he can continue making history, especially with Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 and Erling Haaland hot on his heels in the race for the Golden Boot? (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez: Between Controversy and His Big Break<\/h2>\n![\"Scaloni\"](\"https:\/\/nuevaonda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/arg-jor-3.jpg\")
PHOTO: Instagram of the Argentina National Team<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe coach and the player might have agreed on a Solomonic solution:<\/p>\n
Let him play, but not the whole game. It remains to be seen whether he’ll start or come off the bench.<\/p>\n
The spotlight, however, is on Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez, who caused a stir after stating following the match against Austria that he intended to leave Atl\u00e9tico Madrid to “fulfill a dream.”<\/p>\n
His comments prompted a harsh response from the red-and-white club toward Barcelona\u2014\u201che has disrespected us\u201d\u2014its supposed destination, and a warning to the player.<\/p>\n
“Juli\u00e1n has a dream, and we Atl\u00e9tico fans have dreams, too.”<\/p>\n
“It’s true that he has spoken with us, but it’s also true that he is fully aware of our position because we have been very clear.”<\/p>\n
“Atleti doesn’t want to transfer his rights. He’s a great player, and we’re very proud to have him on our team.”<\/p>\n
Miguel \u00c1ngel Gil Mar\u00edn, CEO of Atl\u00e9tico, told the EFE News Agency (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
He’s looking to get back to his best form<\/h2>\n![\"Argentina](\"https:\/\/nuevaonda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/arg-jor-4.jpg\")
PHOTO: Jordan National Team Instagram.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFive days later, the Albiceleste forward returns to Dallas to show how he’s doing physically and mentally.<\/p>\n
Hindered by a muscle injury late in the season\u2014which delayed his return to form\u2014”La Ara\u00f1a” has played just over an hour in the 2026 World Cup.<\/p>\n
Always as a substitute for Lautaro Mart\u00ednez.<\/p>\n
Now, he has to prove that he’s ready to challenge “El Toro” for his spot, and that all the hype surrounding him hasn’t affected him.<\/p>\n
And, above all, to score again while wearing the Albiceleste jersey, because after playing a vital role in winning the World Cup, he hasn’t scored for Argentina in an official match since June 5, 2025 (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
Jordan wants to say goodbye with pride<\/h2>\n![\"soccer,](\"https:\/\/nuevaonda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/arg-jor-5.jpg\")
PHOTO: Jordan National Team Instagram.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFor Jordan, the match against Argentina is a celebration to mark the end of its only World Cup appearance.<\/p>\n
Facing the world champion, Messi\u2014a player idolized even by Jordanian soccer players themselves\u2014is the best possible gift.<\/p>\n
Led by Jamal Sellami, the first Moroccan to compete in a World Cup as both a player (1998) and a coach (2026), the Jordanian team has held its own.<\/p>\n
Despite losing to Austria (3-1) and Algeria (2-1).<\/p>\n
“Playing against Argentina is an opportunity for us.”<\/p>\n
With uncertainty surrounding whether Emiliano Mart\u00ednez will remain the starting goalkeeper\u2014as he could be replaced by Ger\u00f3nimo Rulli or Juan Musso\u2014Scaloni could revamp the entire defense.<\/p>\n
With Gonzalo Montiel and Nicol\u00e1s Tagliafico on the wings, after recovering from their injuries, and Nicol\u00e1s Otamendi replacing the injured Cristian Romero. Marcos Senesi, who was called up at the last minute to replace Leonardo Balerdi, is expected to start as the second center back in place of Lisandro Mart\u00ednez.<\/p>\n
In midfield, Giuliano Simeone, Leandro Paredes, Exequiel Palacios, and Nico Gonz\u00e1lez can give some rest to a lineup that has logged a lot of minutes, along with Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez up front.<\/p>\n
Then there’s the matter of Lionel Messi.<\/p>\n
Should Scaloni take this opportunity to give him a rest, considering that he won’t play again until five days later, in the Round of 16 in Miami?<\/p>\n
Or keep him on the team so he can continue making history, especially with Kylian Mbapp\u00e9 and Erling Haaland hot on his heels in the race for the Golden Boot? (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez: Between Controversy and His Big Break<\/h2>\nPHOTO: Instagram of the Argentina National Team<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nThe coach and the player might have agreed on a Solomonic solution:<\/p>\n
Let him play, but not the whole game. It remains to be seen whether he’ll start or come off the bench.<\/p>\n
The spotlight, however, is on Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez, who caused a stir after stating following the match against Austria that he intended to leave Atl\u00e9tico Madrid to “fulfill a dream.”<\/p>\n
His comments prompted a harsh response from the red-and-white club toward Barcelona\u2014\u201che has disrespected us\u201d\u2014its supposed destination, and a warning to the player.<\/p>\n
“Juli\u00e1n has a dream, and we Atl\u00e9tico fans have dreams, too.”<\/p>\n
“It’s true that he has spoken with us, but it’s also true that he is fully aware of our position because we have been very clear.”<\/p>\n
“Atleti doesn’t want to transfer his rights. He’s a great player, and we’re very proud to have him on our team.”<\/p>\n
Miguel \u00c1ngel Gil Mar\u00edn, CEO of Atl\u00e9tico, told the EFE News Agency (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
He’s looking to get back to his best form<\/h2>\nPHOTO: Jordan National Team Instagram.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFive days later, the Albiceleste forward returns to Dallas to show how he’s doing physically and mentally.<\/p>\n
Hindered by a muscle injury late in the season\u2014which delayed his return to form\u2014”La Ara\u00f1a” has played just over an hour in the 2026 World Cup.<\/p>\n
Always as a substitute for Lautaro Mart\u00ednez.<\/p>\n
Now, he has to prove that he’s ready to challenge “El Toro” for his spot, and that all the hype surrounding him hasn’t affected him.<\/p>\n
And, above all, to score again while wearing the Albiceleste jersey, because after playing a vital role in winning the World Cup, he hasn’t scored for Argentina in an official match since June 5, 2025 (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
Jordan wants to say goodbye with pride<\/h2>\nPHOTO: Jordan National Team Instagram.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFor Jordan, the match against Argentina is a celebration to mark the end of its only World Cup appearance.<\/p>\n
Facing the world champion, Messi\u2014a player idolized even by Jordanian soccer players themselves\u2014is the best possible gift.<\/p>\n
Led by Jamal Sellami, the first Moroccan to compete in a World Cup as both a player (1998) and a coach (2026), the Jordanian team has held its own.<\/p>\n
Despite losing to Austria (3-1) and Algeria (2-1).<\/p>\n
“Playing against Argentina is an opportunity for us.”<\/p>\n
The coach and the player might have agreed on a Solomonic solution:<\/p>\n
Let him play, but not the whole game. It remains to be seen whether he’ll start or come off the bench.<\/p>\n
The spotlight, however, is on Juli\u00e1n \u00c1lvarez, who caused a stir after stating following the match against Austria that he intended to leave Atl\u00e9tico Madrid to “fulfill a dream.”<\/p>\n
His comments prompted a harsh response from the red-and-white club toward Barcelona\u2014\u201che has disrespected us\u201d\u2014its supposed destination, and a warning to the player.<\/p>\n
“Juli\u00e1n has a dream, and we Atl\u00e9tico fans have dreams, too.”<\/p>\n
“It’s true that he has spoken with us, but it’s also true that he is fully aware of our position because we have been very clear.”<\/p>\n
“Atleti doesn’t want to transfer his rights. He’s a great player, and we’re very proud to have him on our team.”<\/p>\n
Miguel \u00c1ngel Gil Mar\u00edn, CEO of Atl\u00e9tico, told the EFE News Agency (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
He’s looking to get back to his best form<\/h2>\nPHOTO: Jordan National Team Instagram.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFive days later, the Albiceleste forward returns to Dallas to show how he’s doing physically and mentally.<\/p>\n
Hindered by a muscle injury late in the season\u2014which delayed his return to form\u2014”La Ara\u00f1a” has played just over an hour in the 2026 World Cup.<\/p>\n
Always as a substitute for Lautaro Mart\u00ednez.<\/p>\n
Now, he has to prove that he’s ready to challenge “El Toro” for his spot, and that all the hype surrounding him hasn’t affected him.<\/p>\n
And, above all, to score again while wearing the Albiceleste jersey, because after playing a vital role in winning the World Cup, he hasn’t scored for Argentina in an official match since June 5, 2025 (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
Jordan wants to say goodbye with pride<\/h2>\nPHOTO: Jordan National Team Instagram.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFor Jordan, the match against Argentina is a celebration to mark the end of its only World Cup appearance.<\/p>\n
Facing the world champion, Messi\u2014a player idolized even by Jordanian soccer players themselves\u2014is the best possible gift.<\/p>\n
Led by Jamal Sellami, the first Moroccan to compete in a World Cup as both a player (1998) and a coach (2026), the Jordanian team has held its own.<\/p>\n
Despite losing to Austria (3-1) and Algeria (2-1).<\/p>\n
“Playing against Argentina is an opportunity for us.”<\/p>\n
Five days later, the Albiceleste forward returns to Dallas to show how he’s doing physically and mentally.<\/p>\n
Hindered by a muscle injury late in the season\u2014which delayed his return to form\u2014”La Ara\u00f1a” has played just over an hour in the 2026 World Cup.<\/p>\n
Always as a substitute for Lautaro Mart\u00ednez.<\/p>\n
Now, he has to prove that he’s ready to challenge “El Toro” for his spot, and that all the hype surrounding him hasn’t affected him.<\/p>\n
And, above all, to score again while wearing the Albiceleste jersey, because after playing a vital role in winning the World Cup, he hasn’t scored for Argentina in an official match since June 5, 2025 (Filed under: Argentina vs. Jordan).<\/p>\n
Jordan wants to say goodbye with pride<\/h2>\nPHOTO: Jordan National Team Instagram.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFor Jordan, the match against Argentina is a celebration to mark the end of its only World Cup appearance.<\/p>\n
Facing the world champion, Messi\u2014a player idolized even by Jordanian soccer players themselves\u2014is the best possible gift.<\/p>\n
Led by Jamal Sellami, the first Moroccan to compete in a World Cup as both a player (1998) and a coach (2026), the Jordanian team has held its own.<\/p>\n
Despite losing to Austria (3-1) and Algeria (2-1).<\/p>\n
“Playing against Argentina is an opportunity for us.”<\/p>\n
For Jordan, the match against Argentina is a celebration to mark the end of its only World Cup appearance.<\/p>\n
Facing the world champion, Messi\u2014a player idolized even by Jordanian soccer players themselves\u2014is the best possible gift.<\/p>\n
Led by Jamal Sellami, the first Moroccan to compete in a World Cup as both a player (1998) and a coach (2026), the Jordanian team has held its own.<\/p>\n
Despite losing to Austria (3-1) and Algeria (2-1).<\/p>\n
“Playing against Argentina is an opportunity for us.”<\/p>\n