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Messi absent as Argentina releases squad for World Cup qualifier

Messi absent as Argentina releases squad for World Cup qualifier

Argentina released their latest squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in September. Argentina will be back in action as they continue their qualification journey for the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Scaloni’s side are the Copa América and World Cup holders and are well-placed to seal a spot for the expanded tournament in

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Argentina aims to reduce dependence on Messi, says Mac Allister

Argentina aims to reduce dependence on Messi, says Mac Allister

Argentine midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has revealed the World Champions’ determination to be independent of Lionel Messi’s influence on the pitch. “We always focus a lot on the group and the team. We know that when Leo is not there we have to become even stronger because we don’t have that player who, when things

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Lisandro Martinez targets return against Brentford as he leaves Argentina’s squad early

Lisandro Martinez targets return against Brentford as he leaves Argentina’s squad early

In an effort to help Manchester United with its injury woes, Lisandro Martinez is returning home from Argentina. The centre back missed the previous six weeks due to a knee injury, but Lionel Scaloni summoned him up to the team for this month’s matches against El Salvador and Costa Rica. The 26-year-old, who has practiced

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“Yes we do too”….Julian Alvarez admits he and others want Lionel Messi to keep playing for Argentina 

“Yes we do too”….Julian Alvarez admits he and others want Lionel Messi to keep playing for Argentina 

Julian Alvarez said he wants Lionel Messi to stay at Argentina for as long as he wants as he desires a repeat of their 2022 World Cup victory. Alvarez alongside Messi led Argentina’s attack as the Albiceleste won their first World Cup in 36 years in Qatar. The duo are to link up again for

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Manchester United Gives Update On Lizandro Martinez Fitness 

Manchester United Gives Update On Lizandro Martinez Fitness 

There is a low possibility that Lizandro Martinez would be part of the top 11 for Argentina’s opening World Cup qualifying match against Ecuador. The Man United defender was substituted by Harry Maguire in the second half of Man United’s victory over Arsenal. Erik ten Hag was unaware of the extent of Martinez’s injury after

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