Messi Benched for Argentina’s Final Group Match
Scaloni Confirms Tactical Rest for Star
World Cup top scorer Lionel Messi, 39, is confirmed to start Argentina’s final group game against Jordan on the bench. Manager Lionel Scaloni stated the decision is not injury-related, aiming to keep Messi in competitive form. Messi leads the Golden Boot with five goals, becoming the World Cup’s all-time record goalscorer.

