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📋 Scaloni confirms Argentina's 55-man preliminary squad for the Copa
TL;DR
Argentina's national team has submitted a 55-man preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup, confirmed by coach Lionel Scaloni. The final 26-player roster will be announced on June 2.
Key points
- Argentina submitted a 55-man preliminary squad for the World Cup
- Lionel Scaloni confirmed the squad selection
- The final roster of 26 players will be announced on June 2
- The squad blends experience and youth
- This is a step towards seeking another world title
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📋 Scaloni confirms Argentina's 55-man preliminary squad for the Copa
The Argentina national team has officially submitted its provisional list of 55 players to FIFA for the 2026 World Cup.
Lionel Scaloni, in a move that blends experience and youth, has selected the names that will seek another world title for the Hermanos in North America.
This list is the mandatory preliminary step before the final cut to 26 called-up players, which will be announced on June 2.
Lionel Messi, of course, leads a list that also includes two names playing in Brazil, Augustín Giay and Flaco López, both from Palmeiras.
Dybala, the big omission
Scaloni’s squad has one major absence: Paulo Dybala.
The Roma forward is, for now, out of the running for the World Cup due to his recent inconsistency on the pitch, possibly marking the end of an era for "La Joya" with the Albiceleste.
The generational renewal is gaining strength with the inclusion of the so-called "Europibes." Names such as Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea), Franco Mastantuono (Real Madrid), and () confirm that Scaloni is keeping an eye on the future.
Q&A
What is the deadline for Argentina to finalize their World Cup squad?
Argentina must finalize their squad by June 2, when the final 26-player roster will be announced.
Who is the coach of Argentina's national team for the 2026 World Cup?
Lionel Scaloni is the coach of Argentina's national team for the 2026 World Cup.
How many players are included in Argentina's preliminary squad for the World Cup?
Argentina's preliminary squad for the World Cup includes 55 players.
What is the significance of the 55-man preliminary squad for Argentina?
The 55-man preliminary squad is a mandatory step before selecting the final 26 players for the World Cup.
