Lautaro Martinez: Mexico game will be like a final for Argentina

The Argentines are hoping to restore their status as one of the tournament favourites against goal-shy Mexico.

CRUNCH TIME: Argentina's Lautaro Martinez. Pic: AP Photo/Jorge Saenz

Argentina are looking to put their shock 2-1 opening defeat by Saudi Arabia behind them as they prepare for their World Cup Group C match against Mexico on Saturday, a game they now feel they absolutely must win.

The Argentines are also hoping to restore their status as one of the tournament favourites against goal-shy Mexico.