📋 With 2 Brazilians and a major omission! Argentina confirm Copa shortlist | OneFootball

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

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 next June 2.

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

Dybala, the big omission

Scaloni’s squad announcement had one major absentee: 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, there is a strong emphasis on domestic football, 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 kind of 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 covered every position, calling up as many as six goalkeepers and multiple options at full-back to avoid unexpected problems before the opening match against Algeria.

Complete preliminary list

🧤 Goalkeepers

🛡️ Defenders

🎯 Midfielders

⚽ Forwards

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