Lionel Messi Misses Out on Argentina Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
It’s been a tough summer for Lionel Messi, and it’s not getting any easier. The Argentine superstar has been left out of the national team’s latest squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia. The 34-year-old is still recovering from the ankle injury he suffered during the Copa América final in July.
Messi’s absence is a big blow for Argentina, who are currently leading the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers with 15 points from six games played. The team will now have to rely on other attacking options, including Julián Álvarez, Nicolás González, and Lautaro Martínez.
The Argentine national team has also been without Ángel Di María, who announced his retirement ahead of the Copa América campaign. His absence has been felt, and it’s unclear when he will return to the national team.
The squad for the upcoming qualifiers is a strong one, with players like Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, and Enzo Fernández providing midfield depth. The defense is also well-stocked, with players like Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Otamendi, and Germán Pezzella providing experience and solidity.
The forwards are where the real excitement lies, with Álvarez, González, and Martínez all capable of causing problems for opposing defenses. The team will need to find a way to score goals without Messi, but they have the talent and depth to do so.
Argentina Squad for World Cup Qualifiers
Goalkeepers: Emiliano Martínez, Gerónimo Rulli, Walter Benítez, and Juan Musso
Defenders: Gonzalo Montiel, Nahuel Molina, Cristian Romero, Lisandro Martínez, Nicolás Otamendi, Germán Pezzella, Leonardo Balerdi, and Valentín Barco
Midfielders: Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Leandro Paredes, Enzo Fernández, Giovani Lo Celso, Guido Rodríguez, and Ezequiel Fernández
Forwards: Nicolás González, Lautaro Martínez, Alejandro Garnacho, Julián Álvarez, Matìas Soulè, Valentín Carboni, Giuliano Simeone, and Valentín Castellanos
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