Scaloni’s key decisions ahead of Argentina’s final training session | OneFootball

The Argentina national team is facing its final training session before the friendly match against Venezuela in the current FIFA October date, and Lionel Scaloni still has several questions to resolve in search of balance and rhythm, in a formation that may undergo changes before the debut.

The main doubt is about the goal. Emiliano Dibu Martínez is dealing with a muscle discomfort and, although he expressed his desire to be there, the technical staff will evaluate his progress until the last moment. Even though the Aston Villa goalkeeper wants to play, the final decision will be made after the evening practice scheduled at 5pm, as they will evaluate how he reacts after his calf tear, which did not sideline him from the last Villans' presentation in the Premier League.

In defense, the scheme seems to be taking shape: Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Cuti Romero, Marcos Senesi and Nicolás González were the chosen ones in Wednesday's test, although there could be some last-minute adjustments depending on the general physical condition of the squad.

The midfield also presents uncertainties. Scaloni tested with Leandro Paredes as the axis (he was proposed to be licensed and return to Boca due to the death of Miguel Ángel Russo, but he will stay), accompanied by Alexis Mac Allister and the doubt lies between Enzo Fernández and Giovani Lo Celso. The choice between both could define the profile of the team: more vertical and dynamic with Enzo, or with greater control and pause with Lo Celso.

The other big news was the presence of Nicolás Paz. The young player emerged from Real Madrid and currently shining in Como of Italy, added minutes in the main rehearsal and is shaping up as one of the surprises of the day. His good adaptation and understanding of the game convince the technical staff, who are considering giving him the opportunity from the start alongside Lautaro Martínez and Julián Álvarez. So far, Lionel Messi is not part of the starting eleven against La Vinotinto.

So, the surprise eleven that the strategist of the Argentina national team rehearsed would be as follows: Dibu Martínez; Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Cuti Romero, Marcos Senesi and Nicolás González; Alexis Mac Allister, Leandro Paredes, Enzo Fernández or Giovani Lo Celso; Nicolás Paz, Lautaro Martínez and Julián Álvarez.

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