Will Rodrigo De Paul start for Argentina against Spain in the World Cup final? | OneFootball

We're just moments away from the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.

A clash of generations is about to unfold: Lionel Messi against Lamine Yamal, experience versus youth, Argentina's direct, vertical style against Spain's tactical possession-based approach.

However, if there is one player who is still a doubt in this afternoon's starting lineup, it is Rodrigo De Paul. The Inter Miami midfielder was on the bench in the historic match against England, coming on in the 70th minute.

With this being said, will Rodrigo De Paul start this afternoon against Spain in the World Cup final?

Will Rodrigo De Paul start this afternoon against Spain in the World Cup final?

The reality is that one cannot say for certain whether the Inter Miami midfielder will take part in this match from the start.

Based on the lineup from the previous match, De Paul was on the bench until the 70th minute. However, his introduction gave Argentina’s attack more movement and verticality.

Two goals came from that, with recoveries by the former Atletico Madrid player. Although Giuliano Simeone’s performance also gives Scaloni reasons to start him.

The expected starting lineup for this match is: Dibu Martinez; Molina, Romero, Lisandro Martinez, Tagliafico; Enzo Fernandez, Mc Allister, Simeone or De Paul, Paredes; Alvarez, Lionel Messi.

This was his most controversial match of the World Cup. Rodrigo De Paul did not have the clarity or the performance that was expected of him.

It should also be added that the coach played him out wide, where he was unable to make an impact throughout the match.

Now, in a game of this magnitude, De Paul has to be on the field, because if there is someone who knows how to play in big matches, it is the Motorcito. That is why he should not be on the bench.

However, if Scaloni goes out and play this game with the 4-4-2, Simeone is a better option on the sideline, and in the second half, move De Paul to the middle where he can play his best soccer.

Last moment: the Argentine media just clarify that Rodrigo De Paul could be the surprise int he starting lineup.