Argentina select Molina to replace Montiel for Austria clash

Argentina's starting lineup for their upcoming match against Austria in Dallas will see one alteration from their previous 3-0 victory over Algeria. Coach Lionel Scaloni has opted to bring Nahuel Molina into the starting eleven, replacing Gonzalo Montiel.

On the opposing side, Austria's coach Ralf Rangnick has implemented three changes to his squad. Kevin Danso, Paul Wanner, and Michael Gregoritsch are set to feature, coming in for Philipp Lienhart, Phillipp Mwene, and Sasa Kalajdzic respectively.

This match holds significant milestones for key players. Lionel Messi is scheduled to make his 201st appearance for Argentina, further solidifying his status as the nation's most capped player. For Austria, Marcel Sabitzer will achieve his 100th cap, starting in midfield alongside Romano Schmid.

The confirmed lineups are as follows: Argentina will field Emiliano Martinez in goal, with a defense of Lisandro Martinez, Cristian Romero, Facundo Medina, and Nahuel Molina. The midfield will consist of Rodrigo de Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, and Enzo Fernandez, supporting forwards Lionel Messi, Thiago Almada, and Lautaro Martinez. Austria's lineup includes Alexander Schlager in goal, defended by Kevin Danso, Stefan Posch, David Alaba, and Xaver Schlager. Their midfield comprises Nicolas Seiwald, Marcel Sabitzer, Romano Schmid, and Konrad Laimer, with Paul Wanner and Michael Gregoritsch leading the attack.