Miami: Lionel Messi will return to the starting lineup for Argentina in the Round of 32 match against Cape Verde. Tomorrow morning at 5:00 AM, at Miami Stadium, Argentina, a strong contender to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will face Cape Verde, who are making their first appearance in the World Cup finals.

According to Thai News Agency, Lionel Scaloni's Argentina is one of only three teams to win all their group stage matches and is currently in excellent form. Their last defeat in a knockout game across all competitions was seven years ago in the 2019 Copa America semi-finals. For this crucial match, Lionel Messi and Alexis Mac Allister, who rested in the win against Jordan, will be back in the starting lineup. Rodrigo De Paul is also expected to return to the defense, playing alongside Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez. The midfield will likely feature Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, and Thiago Almada, while the attacking duo will be Lionel Messi, who has already scored 6 goals and is joint top scorer of this World Cup, and Lautaro Martinez.

Lionel Scaloni, head coach of the Argentinian national team, expressed that the team is in good condition and full of enthusiasm, matching the fans' excitement, but reminded everyone that Cape Verde is an opponent deserving of respect. Cape Verde has performed well throughout the competition and remains undefeated in the group stage.

Cape Verde enters the match ready to compete against Argentina with confidence. Coach Buvista stated that his team is prepared to face not only Lionel Messi but the entire Argentinian national team. Midfielder Telmo Arcanjo is still recovering from a muscle injury, while 40-year-old goalkeeper Vosinha will start as usual. In attack, Dylon Livramento, who was outstanding in the qualifying rounds, will lead the strike force, supported by captain Ryan Mendes, the top scorer in this squad with 22 international goals.