Argentina Rests Lionel Messi Against Jordan in FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
Summary
Argentina has rested Lionel Messi in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match against Jordan, with plans to play him in the second half to preserve his fitness.
Key Points
- Argentina rested Lionel Messi in the match against Jordan in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers.
- Argentina had already qualified for the final 32 by winning the first two group stage matches consecutively.
- Messi scored all five goals for Argentina in the first two matches and the team conceded no goals.
- Coach Lionel Scaloni decided to rest Messi but planned for him to play in the second half to maintain his competitive rhythm.
