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07/07 09:57 CDT Alvarez one of three changes for Messi-led Argentina against
Egypt at the World Cup
Alvarez one of three changes for Messi-led Argentina against Egypt at the World
Cup
By JAMES ROBSON
AP Soccer Writer
ATLANTA (AP) --- Julian Alvarez was recalled to Argentina's starting lineup for
the round of 16 game against Egypt at the World Cup on Tuesday.
The Atletico Madrid striker replaced Lautaro Martinez up front for the
defending champion.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni also brought in left back Nicolas Tagliafico and
midfielder Leandro Paredes for the game in Atlanta.
Egypt benched Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush and brought in Haissem
Hassan. Mohanad Lashin returned after suspension.
Argentina is bidding to be the first back-to-back winner of the World Cup since
Brazil in 1958 and '62.
It was given a scare by tiny Cape Verde in the last round when needing extra
time to come through 3-2.
Egypt has already made history by advancing to the round of 16 for the first
time, having failed to get beyond the group stage on its four previous
appearances.
Argentina: E Martinez; Molina, Romero, L Martinez, Tagliafico; De Paul, Mac
Allister, Paredes, Fernandez; Messi, Alvarez
Egypt: Shobeir; Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Hafez; Ashour, Attia, Lashin, Hassan;
Salah, Zico
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James Robson is at https://x.com/jamesalanrobson
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