Argentina name first squad of post-Messi era for November friendlies
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named on Tuesday his first squad since Lionel Messi’s international retirement, calling up 28 players for November friendlies against Uruguay and Costa Rica. Chelsea defender Aaron Anselmino, 21, earned his first senior call-up, while River Plate’s Gonzalo Montiel and Parma defender Mariano Troilo return to the squad as Scaloni begins shaping the team without its…
Argentina's national football team has unveiled its inaugural roster since Lionel Messi's retirement from international football. Coach Lionel Scaloni has selected 28 players to face Uruguay and Costa Rica in November friendlies. Chelsea defender Aaron Anselmino, just 21 years old, made his first senior appearance, while River Plate's Gonzalo Montiel and Parma defender Mariano Troilo return to the national team as the squad prepares for life without its long-serving captain.
Other notable members include Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, and Julian Alvarez. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who sustained a fractured jaw while playing for Chelsea, is included in the squad, though his availability for the matches will depend on his recovery. However, Rodrigo De Paul and Giovani Lo Celso did not make the cut, while Lautaro Martinez and Cristian Romero are sidelined due to injury.
Argentina will host Uruguay on November 13 at the iconic La Bombonera stadium before traveling to Cordoba to face Costa Rica on November 17.
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- Lionel Scaloni unveils first Argentina squad of Post-Messi era dailypost.ng
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