Messi's Argentina Reveals 2026 World Cup Squad for September - Star Midfielder Shockingly Absent
The Argentine national squad makes their comeback in September for their concluding pair of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Venezuela and Ecuador.
Lionel Scaloni has selected a formidable lineup including the new Inter Miami partnership of Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul, Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister, and newly named Tottenham Hotspur skipper Cristian Romero alongside other prominent players. Particular attention will focus on Nico Paz following his impressive breakthrough campaign at Como and Franco Mastantuono who secured a significant transfer to Real Madrid after the FIFA Club World Cup.
Argentina has naturally already secured their spot for next year's tournament in North America. Even should they suffer defeats in both encounters with Venezuela and Ecuador, their status at the summit of the standings would remain secure.
The complete roster is detailed below: