Argentina is ready for decisive Conmebol World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazilaims to keep their lead at the top of the position. However, Lionel MessiUnexpected absence has given a significant blow to Lionel ScaloniS -Truppen before these key formats.
While Argentina’s qualification for World Cup 2026 is not in immediate danger, Tension had been built in front of the long -awaited collision against Brazil on the home park – A game where fans were eager to see Messi in action. Now a setback at the last minute has controlled the Argentine star from the international break completely.
The Argentine Football Association confirmed Messi’s absence when they announced the squad list in their official account. According to Dsports RadioNani Senra, the decision is derived from an injury Messi affected during Inter Miami’s latest MLS match against Atlanta United.
On Sunday, Messi delivered an impressive performance, scored a fantastic goal and completed a full 90 minutes despite the latest struggle with muscular fatigue. But as reported by ESPN ArgentinaThe An MRI after the match revealed a minor adductor injury, which ultimately caused Argentina’s medical personnel to exclude him as a precautionary measure.
This marks Messi’s first absence from the national team since September 2024When he missed the World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia due to a ligament injury. With Argentina that meets Uruguay and Brazil in the coming days, Scaloni’s squad will have to adapt quickly without their talisman.
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More damage to Argentina
Addition to Scaloni’s concern has Argentina suffered another setback with the lack of Paulo Dybala. The As Roma forward, which was regarded as one of Messi’s natural replacement, underwent tests on Monday that revealed An injury to the Semitendinosus sen in his left thigh.
As a result, Dybala is expected to be on the page for at least one month and exclude him from World Cup qualification Against Uruguay and Brazil – further limiting Scaloni’s attacking alternatives in what may be a challenging international window.
