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???? Scaloni Confirms Argentina's 55-man Preliminary Squad For The Copa

???? Scaloni confirms Argentina's 55-man preliminary squad for the Copa

The Argentina national team has officially submitted its provisional list of 55 players to FIFA for the 2026 World Cup.

Lionel Scaloni, in a move that blends experience and youth, has selected the names that will seek another world title for the Hermanos in North America.

This list is the mandatory preliminary step before the final cut to 26 called-up players, which will be announced on June 2.

Lionel Messi, of course, leads a list that also includes two names playing in Brazil, Augustín Giay and Flaco López, both from Palmeiras.

Dybala, the big omission

Scaloni’s squad has one major absence: Paulo Dybala.

The Roma forward is, for now, out of the running for the World Cup due to his recent inconsistency on the pitch, possibly marking the end of an era for "La Joya" with the Albiceleste.

The generational renewal is gaining strength with the inclusion of the so-called "Europibes." Names such as Alejandro Garnacho (Chelsea), Franco Mastantuono (Real Madrid), and Claudio Echeverri (Girona) confirm that Scaloni is keeping an eye on the future.

Bet on domestic football

In addition, the strong bet on domestic football stands out, with major representation from River Plate and Boca Juniors, including surprises such as young goalkeeper Santiago Beltrán.

This 55-man preliminary list works as a life insurance policy for the coaching staff.

According to FIFA regulations, any last-minute injury replacement in the final squad must come strictly from these names.

That is why Scaloni has covered every position, calling up as many as six goalkeepers and multiple full-back options to avoid unforeseen issues before the debut against Algeria.