Scaloni names squad but worries: what if Finalissima is cancelled? | OneFootball

The uncertainty surrounding the Finalissima between the Argentine National Team and Spain is starting to worry the Albiceleste's coaching staff. Although there is still a key discussion pending to resolve the situation, the prospect of having to organize friendly matches to replace the clash with La Roja to gain experience before the World Cup presents an unexpected challenge, very close to the event in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Even though it hasn't been officially announced yet, Lionel Scaloni has already submitted a preliminary list of players who might be called up for the Finalissima, so their clubs are informed. However, the possibility that the match might not take place is concerning for the coach, who would then need to find emergency friendlies to replace the match, which, besides representing the chance for a new title, was also going to serve as preparation for the World Cup against a high-level opponent. Thus, the Albiceleste's coach finds himself in a limbo where he must prepare for a match and select the players without knowing if the encounter will actually happen.

It should be noted that Argentina also had a friendly match scheduled with Qatar to complete the FIFA date, but clearly, that match will be set aside due to the conflict affecting the Middle East.

For now, UEFA's stance of holding the match in Spain is unacceptable to both AFA and Conmebol. This was made clear on Thursday night after the meeting between Claudio Tapia and Alejandro Domínguez. The president of AFA and the president of Conmebol will have a video call this afternoon with their European counterparts, where the South American position of not accepting the match on Spanish soil will be presented.

From that moment, two scenarios may arise: UEFA might concede and propose a venue in neutral territory so the match can proceed, or UEFA might also remain inflexible, leading to the postponement of the encounter. Meanwhile, Scaloni waits, not in despair, but with concern given the imminence of the World Cup and the need to accumulate matches with high-level competition as they prepare to defend the title.

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