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Lionel Messi Excluded from Argentina's Squad for World Cup Qualifiers

The 37-year-old football icon will miss matches against Uruguay and Brazil, with reports citing fitness concerns despite recent play for Inter Miami.

Soccer Football - World Cup - South American Qualifiers - Argentina v Peru - Estadio Mas Monumental, Buenos Aires, Argentina - November 19, 2024 Argentina's Lionel Messi looks on REUTERS/Rodrigo Valle/File Photo
Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF warms up ahead of a match.

Overview

  • Lionel Messi has been left out of Argentina's 25-man squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil.
  • The Argentine Football Association has not disclosed an official reason for his absence, though reports suggest a muscle injury sustained during Inter Miami's recent match against Atlanta United.
  • Messi had been included in Argentina's preliminary 33-player roster earlier this month but was omitted from the final selection.
  • Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano previously managed Messi's workload due to concerns over physical strain, though he played a full match on Sunday.
  • Argentina currently leads the CONMEBOL standings with 25 points from 12 matches, making these qualifiers significant for maintaining their top position.