Argentina Coach Benches Lionel Messi for Final Group J Fixture Against Jordan

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Argentina Coach Benches Lionel Messi for Final Group J Fixture Against Jordan

Lionel Scaloni confirmed Messi will start on the bench against Jordan on Saturday, with minutes planned in the second half as Argentina manage his workload after sealing a Round of 32 spot. The captain has exploded through the group stage with five goals in two matches, following a hat-trick with a brace, making rest a calculated move for the knockouts.

By Nischay Rathore

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Uruguay Players Reportedly Revolt Against Marcelo Bielsa Before Spain Clash

Reports say Sergio Rochet, Manuel Ugarte, Rodrigo Bentancur and Federico Valverde confronted Bielsa over brutal training loads before Spain. Several players allegedly wanted a low-block counter plan, but Bielsa defended his approach in a 48-minute meeting. Some walked out, while Ronald Araujo warned, “God willing we advance… but this can’t go on any longer,” deepening a pre-match crisis.

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Lamine Yamal, Rodri Start for Spain Against Uruguay

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Lamine Yamal, Rodri Start for Spain Against Uruguay

Spain line up in a 4-3-3 formation with Unai Simon behind Marcos Llorente, Pau Cubarsi, Aymeric Laporte and Marc Cucurella. Mikel Merino, Rodri and Pedri form midfield, while Yamal and Alex Baena flank Mikel Oyarzabal. Uruguay match them with a 4-2-3-1, captained by Federico Valverde, as Group H’s heavyweights clash with serious knockout stakes for Uruguay.

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United States Eyes 2038 World Cup Bid as FIFA Weighs 64-Team Expansion

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United States Eyes 2038 World Cup Bid as FIFA Weighs 64-Team Expansion

The United States is reportedly exploring a bid to host the 2038 World Cup, with FIFA considering another expansion to 64 teams. The pitch leans on existing infrastructure after 2026. “We already have the stadiums built,” the report said, arguing costs would be “only a few billion,” unlike nations needing massive new builds for hosting elsewhere.

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Patriots’ Gillette Stadium Tops World Cup Venue Rankings in the U.S.

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Patriots’ Gillette Stadium Tops World Cup Venue Rankings in the U.S.

Gillette Stadium, home of the Patriots, is ranked the No. 1 FIFA World Cup venue among the 11 U.S. host cities by The New York Times. Arrowhead Stadium (Chiefs) is No. 2, followed by Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Falcons), Lumen Field (Seahawks), and Levi's Stadium (49ers). SoFi Stadium, shared by the Rams and Chargers, ranks No. 11 - the last spot.

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Hamstring Setback Sidelines Reece James for Two World Cup Fixtures

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Hamstring Setback Sidelines Reece James for Two World Cup Fixtures

The injury occurred in the goalless draw with Ghana and will force Tuchel to reshuffle his defense, per Fabrizio Romano. "He’ll miss at least the next two World Cup games." The 26-year-old has endured multiple hamstring problems this season alone, including a prior 50-day absence after the Newcastle match. Limited replacements include Trevoah Chalobah.

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