Atlanta, July 7 -- Lionel Scaloni has made three changes to Argentina's starting XI for Tuesday's 2026 FIFA World Cup round-of-16 clash against Egypt, with Lautaro Martinez dropping to the bench and Julian Alvarez coming into the lineup.

Nicolas Tagliafico and Leandro Paredes also return to the starting XI, replacing Facundo Medina and Thiago Almada.

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has made two changes, bringing in forward Haissem Hassan and midfielder Mohanad Lasheen for Omar Marmoush and Hamdy Fathy.

Argentina booked their place in the last 16 after a dramatic 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde, while Egypt advanced following a penalty shootout victory over Australia after their match ended 1-1.

The winner of the tie will face either...