The Argentina national team officially returns to competition, kicking off a new cycle in the South American qualifiers. Two challenging battles await as the Albiceleste aim to maintain momentum after their recent triumphs.
Argentina begins a fresh phase in the South American qualifiers following their World Cup victory in Qatar 2022. The team will open with matches through Thursday, September 7, facing Ecuador in a major test at the Monumental and then heading to La Paz to play Bolivia at the Hernando Siles stadium.
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Coach Lionel Scaloni already holds the squad list, with the provisional roster expected to be announced on Monday, September 4. Beyond established stars, a strong wave of local youth is anticipated to push into the spotlight, reflecting the plan to assemble a group that also supports Under-23 preparations for the Pre-Olympic Games slated for January next year.
Among the World Cup champions, Marcos Acuña appears likely to be available for selection. Sevilla confirmed a myotendinous lesion in the right biceps femoris suffered in the clash with Deportivo Alavés in La Liga. The typical recovery for this type of injury stretches over several weeks, yet there remains a glint of optimism as doctors will run follow-up tests to reassess the return timeline and possible relocation of duties. (Goal)