On the evening of November 10, coach Lionel Scaloni officially announced the list of 28 Argentina players to prepare for two matches against Uruguay and Brazil in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in South America.
As expected of fans, Lionel Messi continues to take on the responsibility of leading the Argentina squad to prepare for two 2026 World Cup qualifying matches in South America with the goal of protecting the top spot in the group.
Messi continued to lead Argentina’s attack in two 2026 World Cup qualifying matches in South America during FIFA Days in November 2023 (Photo: AP).
The world champions will play the first of two World Cup qualifiers on November 17 against Uruguay and the second on November 21 against Brazil.
Argentina is the only team in the South American region with all wins after 4 rounds to firmly hold the top spot, 5 points ahead of Uruguay and Brazil who are ranked second and third respectively on the rankings.
In addition to Messi, other notable names such as striker Julian Alvarez (Man City), Enzo Fernandes (Chelsea), Cristian Romero (Tottenham), goalkeeper Martinez (Aston Villa) were all summoned and are expected to be part of the team. core of the starting lineup.
Messi has completed the American Professional League (MLS) with Inter Miami Club and will be resting until February 2024. That’s why right now he is wholeheartedly devoted to the Argentina team to soon win a spot in the 2026 World Cup finals .
