Argentina enter their final two matches of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers already assured of their spot in the tournament. Still, these games carry added significance, as they will be the last time Lionel Messi takes part in World Cup Qualifiers during his career. Manager Lionel Scaloni has now unveiled his squad list.

Scaloni announced the call-ups on Thursday morning, with Messi leading the group for Argentina’s match against Venezuela at home—where something special is expected to honor him—and the final qualifier away to Ecuador.

The showdown with Venezuela will not only be memorable because of Messi, but also critical for the visitors. Venezuela are chasing a historic first-ever World Cup berth and will enter the match determined to claim points. For Argentina, the focus is ensuring

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