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Lautaro Martínez or Julián Álvarez? Scaloni weighs Messi's strike partner for Cape Verde clash
Argentina's coach must decide who will lead the line alongside Lionel Messi as the world champions prepare for Friday's last-32 clash with Cape Verde. Leer más
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CBS Sports
· Jun 27, 2026
World Cup group stage concludes as Argentina rest Lionel Messi, England chase group stage win and more
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· Jul 7, 2026
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· Jun 23, 2026
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Man Utd star Lisandro Martinez snaps at reporter ahead of Argentina World Cup clash
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Related coverage for "Lautaro Martínez or Julián Álvarez? Scaloni weighs Messi's strike partner for Cape Verde clash": CBS Sports — World Cup group stage concludes as Argentina rest Lionel Messi, England chase group stage win and more . People.com — Meet Argentinian Soccer Star Lautaro Martínez’s Wife, Agustina Gandolfo. NBC News — Marcelo Hernández vive la previa del Colombia vs. Portugal. Sports Mole — Portugal 2-1 Croatia: Martinez's bold call to substitute Ronaldo pays off as Ramos seals last-16 spot. Al Jazeera — Ronaldo late to World Cup party but still able to steal the show. Metro — Man Utd star Lisandro Martinez snaps at reporter ahead of Argentina World Cup clash