Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni revealed the preliminary squad in preparation for the September matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The list included the striker Flavio “Flaco” Lopez from Palmeiras, as well as Franco Mastantuono, recently transferred to Real Madrid. The squad also features top stars led by Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez, and Lautaro Martinez, providing the team with a strong attacking force. Argentina currently leads the South American qualifiers and will face Venezuela on September 4 at the Monumental de Núñez stadium in Buenos Aires, before visiting Ecuador on September 9.