Flaco López called up by Argentina for the World Cup; Giay left out | OneFootball

Palmeiras has one more representative at the 2026 World Cup. Forward Flaco López was called up this Thursday (28) by coach Lionel Scaloni.

At Palmeiras since 2022, the Argentine forward had a major goal of reaching the Argentina national team. Later this Thursday, the No. 42 will take the field in a decisive Conmebol Libertadores clash against Junior Barranquilla at the Allianz Parque.

Call-up announced

Giay left out

Another player who dreamed of a spot at the World Cup was Agustín Giay, a right-back who is in excellent form at Palmeiras and has been called up once by the current Argentina coaching staff.

Palmeiras players waiting

In addition to Jhon Arias and Flaco López, some Palmeiras players are waiting for the official lists from their respective national teams and could represent Verdão at the World Cup.

Mauricio, Ramón Sosa, and Gómez for Paraguay, and Emiliano Martínez and Piquerez for Uruguay.

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