Lionel Messi Makes Inspiring Comeback to Argentina’s Squad for Crucial World Cup Qualifiers After Injury

Lionel Messi is poised to rejoin the Argentina national team for important South American World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia following his recovery from an ankle injury. Coach Lionel Scaloni announced the squad for the matches, with Argentina leading the qualifiers with 18 points. Messi had previously missed two rounds after sustaining his injury during the Copa America final against Colombia, where Argentina won 1-0. His comeback has reignited enthusiasm among fans, showcasing his determination to continue representing his country despite earlier doubts about his future with the national team.

Lionel Messi Makes Inspiring Comeback to Argentina’s Squad for Crucial World Cup Qualifiers After Injury

Lionel Messi is ready to rejoin the Argentina national team for the upcoming South American World Cup qualifying matches against Venezuela and Bolivia. The 37-year-old superstar had been sidelined due to an ankle injury but is now back in the fold.

Coach Lionel Scaloni announced the squad on Wednesday for the matches against Venezuela on October 10 and Bolivia five days later in Buenos Aires. Messi missed the last two rounds of qualifiers after sustaining an injury during the Copa America final against Colombia, where Argentina emerged victorious with a 1-0 win.

Argentina currently leads the South American qualifying standings with 18 points, followed closely by Colombia with 16 and Uruguay with 15. The top six teams will secure spots for the 2026 World Cup, while the seventh will enter an international playoff for a chance at qualification.

Squad Details

Goalkeepers

– Walter Benítez (PSV Eindhoven)
– Gerónimo Rulli (Olympique Marseille)
– Juan Musso (Atletico Madrid)

Defenders

– Gonzalo Montiel (Sevilla)
– Nahuel Molina (Atletico Madrid)
– Cristian Romero (Tottenham)
– Germán Pezzella (River Plate)
– Marcos Acuña (River Plate)
– Leonardo Balerdi (Olympique Marseille)
– Nicolás Otamendi (Benfica)
– Lisandro Martínez (Manchester United)
– Nicolás Tagliafico (Lyon)

Midfielders

– Leandro Paredes (Roma)
– Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool)
– Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
– Giovani Lo Celso (Real Betis)
– Nicolás Paz (Como)
– Exequiel Palacios (Bayer Leverkusen)
– Rodrigo de Paul (Atletico Madrid)
– Valentín Carboni (Olympique Marseille)

Strikers

– Thiago Almada (Botafogo)
– Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
– Nicolás González (Juventus)
– Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United)
– Julián Álvarez (Atletico Madrid)
– Paulo Dybala (Roma)
– Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan)

Despite the injury he sustained in the Copa America 2024 final against Colombia, many speculated that Messi’s time with the national team might be over. However, after a remarkable recovery and a successful stint with Inter Miami, he is ready to don the national jersey once more. His determination and resilience on the field have reignited excitement and anticipation for his upcoming performances.