Argentina: squad for the match against Venezuela includes Lionel Messi

Already qualified for the final phase of the 2026 World Cup, Argentina will play two friendlies this month during the October international break. The Albiceleste will face Venezuela and Puerto Rico on October 11 and 14 in the United States.

For these two matches, coach Lionel Scaloni has revealed the list of selected players. Captain Lionel Messi is part of the squad, as are Marseille players Leonardo Balerdi and Geronimo Rulli. Lyon’s Nicolas Tagliafico and his former Lyon teammate Thiago Almada are also included.

Argentina’s squad: