Overview
- Lionel Scaloni published a 28‑player roster on Tuesday that will prepare for friendlies against Uruguay on November 13 and Costa Rica on November 17.
- The squad mixes experienced World Cup winners with young call‑ups, including first‑time selection Aaron Anselmino and midfield addition Máximo Perrone.
- Key absences reflect distinct causes: Lionel Messi and Nicolás Otamendi have retired, Lautaro Martínez and Cristian Romero are sidelined by muscle injuries, Rodrigo De Paul and Giovani Lo Celso were left out for tactical reasons, and Nahuel Molina plus Leandro Paredes remain suspended.
- Emiliano Martínez was included despite recovering from a fractured jaw, highlighting Scaloni’s choice to keep experienced options while testing new personnel.
- The two home friendlies at La Bombonera and Mario Alberto Kempes will serve as low‑stakes evaluations that begin the next Argentina cycle and will shape selections for future tournaments.