Argentina have reached the final after defeating England 2-1 and will now face Spain in the battle for the trophy. The highly anticipated clash between the two powerhouses will take place at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium at 1:00am Bangladesh time on Sunday night.
The reigning world champions Argentina remain unbeaten throughout the tournament so far. Head coach Lionel Scaloni has largely kept the same starting lineup in the knockout stages and will enter the final with a squad built on a blend of experience and youth.
Argentina are expected to line up in their familiar 4-4-2 formation against Spain. Lionel Messi, the team captain, is likely to partner Julian Alvarez in attack, while Enzo Fernandez will operate in a creative midfield role behind them.
Emiliano Martinez will once again start in goal. The Aston Villa goalkeeper has played every match of the tournament from the beginning. In front of him, the defensive line is expected to feature Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez and Nicolas Tagliafico.
Leandro Paredes will take on the defensive midfield role, with Rodrigo De Paul and Alexis Mac Allister alongside him. Mac Allister is expected to play a key role in creating attacking moves.
Captain Lionel Messi remains Argentina’s main attacking threat. He has scored eight goals and provided four assists so far in this World Cup. Julian Alvarez has also made a significant contribution, scoring goals and helping Argentina secure their place in the final.
Argentina’s probable starting XI against Spain:
Emiliano Martinez;
Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Nicolas Tagliafico;
Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernandez, Leandro Paredes, Alexis Mac Allister;
Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez.
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