Argentina is concerned: Messi was missing from World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil!

Argentina is concerned: Messi was missing from World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil!

Argentinien - Argentina faces a challenge in the World Cup qualification, because Superstar Lionel Messi will be missing surprisingly. The legendary captain of the "Albiceleste" was not nominated by coach Lionel Scaloni in the squad for the decisive games against Uruguay and the arch -rival Brazil. The reason for this is a muscle injury that Messi Zug in the last MLS game of his club Inter Miami against Atlanta United. How laola1.at now reports a gear back in the USA Courage.

For the Argentine team, this means that in the coming two World Cup qualifiers you have to do without your most outstanding player. After the 2-1 victory over Atlanta United, Messi already complained about pain, which was influenced by his decision not to travel. Argentina currently leads the South American qualification table with 25 points, but is only five points ahead of second place. The upcoming games are crucial because Argentina wants to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in the USA, Canada and Mexico. This information was also confirmed by t-online.de

replacement for Messi?

The absence of Messi raises the question of who can take on his role. While Argentina went into qualification as a defending champion, it remains to be seen how the team will perform without his starstar. Her next encounter will be on the program against Uruguay on Friday, followed by an important duel next Tuesday against Brazil. For the Argentine team, it will be crucial to score the necessary points even without Messi so as not to endanger the participation in the World Cup.