Argentina cruise past Austria, Jordan awaits Sunday

Argentina roll on, Jordan up next

Your team made it two wins from two on Monday. Argentina 2–0 Austria, and Lisandro Martinez grabbed one of the goals in a commanding defensive display (2). That is back-to-back clean sheets to start this World Cup, and the holders look exactly like that.

Messi did not add to his 16 World Cup goals this time. He stays level with Miroslav Klose. The record will have to wait.

This Sunday: Jordan in the group finale

The final Group J match is set. Argentina face Jordan on Sunday, June 28, with top spot on the line (3). One point guarantees it. The way your team is defending right now, Jordan will have to find something special.

Messi turned 39, the squad went big

The Argentina camp threw a full celebration for Messi's 39th birthday this week. Personalised shirts, a custom cake, video tributes, the squad went all in (1). He also received a gift from the group, though details are under wraps (4). You can see a team that knows what this summer means.

Álvaro Montoro: a €25–30m decision looming

Away from the World Cup, one of Argentina's young talents is at a crossroads. Álvaro Montoro, the Botafogo midfielder, has an undefined future and a valuation in the €25m to €30m range (5). The Brazilian window opens July 20. Vélez Sarsfield are among the clubs watching. Montoro has been rising quietly while the country's eyes are on Texas.