Argentina versus Egypt is a clash of two ageing superstars: in the blue corner, Lionel Messi, and in the red corner, Mo Salah.
Messi turned 39 last month but has been in sparkling form during World Cup 2026, scoring seven times in four matches as he leads Argentina‘s bid to retain the trophy.
Egypt captain Salah, 34, has also provided some important contributions to help the Pharaohs progress from the group stage for the first time and then claim their maiden knockout win, against Australia in the last 32. It promises to be a fascinating contest in Atlanta – here’s who’s on duty for ITV.
ITV pundits, commentators and presenters for Argentina vs Egypt
The full line-up of pundits, commentators and presenters for Argentina vs Egypt, which kicks-off at 5pm BST, has been revealed.
Mark Pougatch presents coverage of the last-16 clash from ITV’s swanky studio in Brooklyn, New York, and he is joined by a familiar trio of pundits.
Former England striker and much-loved media personality Ian Wright is on the panel, as he brings the expertise gained from a career that brought 185 goals for Arsenal and 33 caps for the Three Lions.
The ex-Gunners star never played at a major tournament due to injury, but he is sat next to a man who represented England at three European Championships and two World Cups.
Gary Neville won 85 caps for the Three Lions and has become one of the leading pundits in the game through his work across ITV and Sky Sports.
Completing the trio is Neville’s former Manchester United captain, Roy Keane.
The no-nonsense Irishman represented his country at World Cup 1994 in the USA, while he left their camp at the 2002 tournament before it began following a row with manager Mick McCarthy.
Describing proceedings from the gantry will be experienced commentator Jon Champion.
He will once again team up with co-commentator Ally McCoist, who played at World Cup 1990 for Scotland.
The winner will face Switzerland or Colombia, which kicks off at 9pm BST this evening, in the quarter-finals. The last-eight match is scheduled to start at 2am BST on Sunday.