Scaloni to Rotate: Argentina’s Probable XI in Miami vs. Puerto Rico

(By Infonegocios Miami Deportes — Ortega ) October 13, 2025 — Miami, FL Argentina will face Puerto Rico this Tuesday at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale (9:00 p.m. Argentina / 8:00 p.m. Miami) with a largely alternate lineup, according to coaching staff sources. Lionel Scaloni will use the friendly to rotate and give minutes to players who didn’t feature against Venezuela.

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The manager will test variations and look to get minutes for the full roster in Tuesday’s friendly at Chase Stadium

Probable lineup

 

  • Goalkeeper: Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez

 

  • Defenders: Nahuel Molina, Nicolás Otamendi, Leonardo Balerdi, Nicolás Tagliafico

 

  • Midfielders: Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Aníbal Moreno

 

  • Forwards: Giuliano Simeone, José López, Nicolás Paz

 

Possible Messi appearance

The Argentine captain—arriving in top form after his brace with Inter Miami—could see limited second-half minutes. Scaloni will assess his fitness closer to kickoff.

Potential debuts

José López and Lautaro Rivero could make their first senior appearances for the Albiceleste, in line with the manager’s phased renewal strategy.

Historical context

This will be the first-ever meeting between the two national teams. For Puerto Rico, it’s a landmark match against the reigning world champions, while Argentina continues its build-up to the 2026 World Cup. The Caribbean side features brothers Leandro and Nacho Antonetti, who play in Europe.

Match details

 

  • Date: Tuesday, October 14

 

  • Time: 9:00 p.m. (ARG/CHI/URU) — 7:00 p.m. (COL/PER/ECU) — 8:00 p.m. (Miami/ET)

 

  • Broadcast: TyC Sports and Telefe

 

  • Venue: Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale



Scaloni’s objective is to evaluate alternatives for the final World Cup roster, giving opportunities to players who typically see fewer minutes.




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