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Messi To Play As Argentina Closes 2025 Against Angola In Luanda

Scaloni plans to blend trusted world champions with prospects in a showcase tied to Angola’s 50th independence celebrations.

Overview

  • Kickoff is Friday, November 14 at 13:00 Argentina time at Estadio 11 de Novembro in Luanda.
  • Lionel Scaloni confirmed Lionel Messi will take part, with his minutes to be determined.
  • The coach said he will field a familiar core of world champions while evaluating younger players competing for 2026 World Cup spots.
  • Angola is hosting the fixture as part of its 50th independence events, with stadium upgrades noted in local reports.
  • TyC Sports and Telefe will broadcast the match, following an open training in Elche that drew more than 20,000 fans.