Scaloni Prepares Messi-Free Argentina Squad for 2026 World Cup
The Argentina national team trained at the Compass Minerals complex in Kansas City. Lionel Scaloni unveiled a provisional lineup without Lionel Messi ahead of the friendly against Honduras.
Due to injuries and fitness concerns, the squad completed a 40‑minute tactical drill. The most notable inclusion was Nicolas Capaldo, the Hamburg right‑back, who featured in the session.
Although Capaldo is not among the official 26‑man World Cup roster, he remains in the seven‑player reserve pool as a potential option.
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