Argentina have announced their preliminary squad for their final two matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The squad for the upcoming two matches against Venezuela and Ecuador includes stars like Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez, Lautaro Martinez.
The latest to be dropped from the squad are three defenders, Valentin Barco, Kevin Lomonaco, Mariano Trillo, and two midfielders, Enzo Barenecchia and Enzo Fernandez.
Liverpool midfielders Mc Allister, Claudio Echeverri and Gonzalo Montiel return to the squad. Lionel Scaloni has named Palmeiras striker Jose Manuel Lopez, who is awaiting his debut, in the starting line-up. Young midfielder Alan Varela and defender Julio Soler are also in the squad.
Argentina will play against Venezuela at home on September 5. The Albiceleste will play against Ecuador on September 10.
Argentina’s preliminary squad-
Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martinez, Hernández Rulli, Walter Benítez.
Defenders: Cristian Romero, Nicolas Otamendi, Nahuel Molina, Juan Foyth, Leonardo Balerdi, Facundo Medina, Nicolas Tagliafico, Marcus Acuna, Julio Soler, Gonzalo Montiel,
Midfielders: Leandro Paredes, Nicolas Paz, Ezequiel Palacios, Rodrigo Di Paul, Thiago Almada, Giovani Lo Celso, Claudio Echeverri, Franco Mastantuno, Valentin Carboni, Alan Varela, Alixes McAlister.
Forwards: Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez, Lautaro Martínez, Nicolas Gonzalez, Guiliano Simeone, Ángel Correa, José Manuel López.
FAQ
Which teams will Argentina face in their final 2026 World Cup qualifiers?
Argentina will face Venezuela on September 5 at home and Ecuador on September 10.
Who are the key forwards included in the Argentina squad?
Lionel Messi, Julián Álvarez, and Lautaro Martínez headline the attack, alongside Ángel Correa, Nicolás González, and debutant José Manuel López.
Which notable players were dropped from the squad?
Defenders Valentín Barco, Kevin Lomonaco, Mariano Troilo, and midfielders Enzo Barenchia and Enzo Fernández were excluded this time.
Who are the players making a return to the Argentina squad?
Alexis Mac Allister, Gonzalo Montiel, and Claudio Echeverri return to the squad after missing previous matches.
