Live report: Argentina vs Iceland
Argentina are the favourites to top Group D but could face a stern opening test against Iceland.
Argentina’s forward Lionel Messi (3rd) and teammates share a laugh during a training session of Argentina’s national football team at the team’s base camp in Bronnitsy, near Moscow, on June 11, 2018 ahead of the Russia 2018 World Cup football tournament. / AFP PHOTO / Francisco LEONG
Two-time winners Argentina reached the final in 2014 but are seen as potential first round casualties due to the uncertainty over their selection.
Goalkeeper Sergio Romero’s injury could prove costly, while Manuel Lanzini has also been ruled out.
Iceland have kept clean sheets in their last three competitive games. However, they have not won any of their last four friendlies but will relish their role as underdogs.
Argentina smashed Haiti 4-0 in their only warm-up fixture but have something to prove after losing 6-1 to Spain in March.
