Argentina's national team completed its final practice in Kansas ahead of Tuesday's World Cup 2026 match against Algeria. Lionel Scaloni confirmed Emiliano Martínez will be available and praised Lionel Messi's form.
Lionel Scaloni held a press conference on Monday in Kansas City. He confirmed goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is recovered and available for the opening match.
The coach avoided details on the starting lineup. He highlighted Messi's role: “Siempre fue fundamental y ahora lo será aún más. Se lo ve muy bien”.
Sub-captain Nicolás Otamendi said this will be his last World Cup and called for humility facing the challenge. Thousands of Argentine fans arrived in the city and a Rosario family celebrated their twins' birthday.
A tornado alert on Saturday forced journalists to shelter in basements for hours amid power outages and strong winds.
