Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed that Lionel Messi will not start in their final Group F match against Jordan. With Argentina already securing a place in the knockout stage, Scaloni plans to manage Messi's playing time carefully.
Messi is expected to come off the bench during the match, allowing him to remain involved without bearing the full workload. The decision reflects a strategic approach to player rotation as the tournament progresses.
Sources: https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/scaloni-confirms-messi-will-not-start-against-jordanians