Argentina lost to Saudi Arabia in the last World Cup group stage, which not only lost face, but also set an "embarrassing record" for Argentina, becoming the first team in the history of the World Cup to have four players aged 34 or above to play the main starter, this Star elders are Messi (35 years old), Di Maria (34 years old), Otamendi (34 years old), Alexander Gomez (34 years old), exposing the aging problem of the Argentine team is very serious.
With this in mind, Argentina coach Caroni will make changes in the second game of the group stage to face Mexico, including 21-year-old midfielder Enzo Fernandez who is expected to start as the main starter.
It is reported that Scaloni will make a number of key player changes, including replacing Romero or Otamendi with 24-year-old Manchester United centre-back Lisandro Martinez, and midfielder Enzo Fernandez replacing Paredes.
Enzo Fernández rose to prominence after joining Bingfica from River Plate this summer, scoring three goals in 24 games for the Portuguese Premier League powerhouse, and he also came off the bench in the World Cup group stage and has played four appearances for Argentina so far.
Enzo Fernández was pointed out by fans that his style of play is quite similar to the famous Veron in Argentine football, good at organizing passes in midfield, and he has three assists in the Portuguese Premier League this season, and he is the main starter, which can share Messi's offensive work, allowing the Argentine king to concentrate on scoring goals and helping to improve the efficiency of the Argentine team's attack.
With Argentina bound to win against Mexico next game, 22-year-old Manchester City striker Alvarez should replace Gomes and strengthen his scoring ability up front.
