Overview
- Lionel Scaloni finalized a 29-player roster for Venezuela on September 4 at the Monumental and Ecuador on September 9 in Guayaquil.
- Facundo Medina and Ángel Correa were cut from the preliminary list to reach the final group size.
- Palmeiras striker José Manuel López received his first senior call-up, with Alan Varela among the notable young inclusions.
- Enzo Fernández is unavailable after a CONMEBOL two‑match suspension stemming from his red card against Colombia.
- Scaloni described feeling saturated after Qatar and said he has learned to unplug, framing a measured blend of veterans and prospects.