Argentina’s Lineup Against Algeria in 2026 World Cup Led by Messi

Lionel Scaloni, the head coach of the Argentina national team, has announced his official lineup for the match against Algeria in the 2026 World Cup, taking place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The Argentine team is set to compete in Group D, which also includes Jordan and Austria. The defending champions aim to maintain their global dominance following their victory in the 2022 World Cup held in Qatar.

The starting lineup features captain Lionel Messi leading the attack alongside Lautaro Martínez and Thiago Almada, while Julián Álvarez will begin the match on the bench as a tactical decision by the coaching staff.

Argentina’s Lineup Against Algeria in 2026 World Cup

Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martínez.

Defenders: Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Medina.

Midfielders: Rodrigo De Paul, Enzo Fernández, Alexis Mac Allister.

Forwards: Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez, Thiago Almada.

Sitting on the bench are: Juan Musso, Rulli, Nicolás Otamendi, Montiel, Valentín Barco, Marcos Senesi, Palacios, Leandro Paredes, Nico Paz, Giovani Lo Celso, Julián Simeone, Nicolás González, and José Manuel López.

The Argentine team enters this match as a strong favorite to win; however, facing Algeria presents a significant test at the start of their campaign, especially with the ambitions of the “Desert Warriors” to secure a positive result against the world champions.