Youngster without contract, Colo Barco among Scaloni’s surprises 🇦🇷 | OneFootball

Lionel Scaloni is preparing the squad list for a new international friendly. During the November FIFA window, the Argentina National Team will only face Angola in what will be their last appearance of the year. The coach is expected to put together a call-up with some new faces and the inclusion of some players who had not been used recently.

According to Infobae, both Julio Soler and Gianluca Prestianni have caught the strategist’s eye after their outstanding performances in the U-20 World Cup. The left-back will have a golden opportunity to compete with Nicolás Tagliafico and Marcos Acuña for a spot.

In that same position, the return of Valentín Barco is also possible, as he is currently performing very well at Racing de Strasbourg. The Albiceleste coaching staff is aware of his good form, as well as that of his teammate Joaquín Panichelli, another player dreaming of a possible call-up.

Demian Talavera, from having no contract to being called up to the Argentina National Team Argentina’s trip to Angola will also feature the presence of Demian Talavera, who has joined the group of sparring partners that will be part of the delegation. The 18-year-old goalkeeper shines in San Lorenzo’s reserve team and still does not have a professional contract.

So far in the Torneo Proyección, the youngster has played nine official matches and saved a penalty. He is also part of the group of goalkeepers who train with the First Division squad, led by Damián Ayude.

Where and when will the friendly between Argentina and Angola be played The match will take place on Friday, November 14, in Luanda, the capital of Angola. The kick-off time has not yet been set, but one factor to keep in mind is that the African country is 4 hours ahead of Argentina. Therefore, it is likely that the friendly will be played at night in Angola and in the afternoon in Argentina.

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