Lionel Scaloni's Argentina begin their defence of the World Cup against Algeria Credit: JUAN MABROMATA / AFP

The whole world is waiting to see Lionel Messi, said Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, when the defending champions begin their World Cup campaign against Algeria on Tuesday.

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