Argentina advanced to the World Cup Round of 32 as group winners after a 3-3 draw with Algeria, with the result enough to secure top spot in their group.
Coach Javier Mascherano highlighted the team’s resilience, noting that the squad showed character even when its star player had a limited impact on the match.
Finishing first in the group can offer a more favorable path through the knockout bracket. Argentina will now turn its attention to the single-elimination phase of the tournament.
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