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 coaching staff of the Albiceleste. Although a key discussion is still pending to resolve the situation, the prospect of having to organize friendly matches to replace the clash with La Roja in order to arrive at the World Cup with some match practice presents an unexpected challenge, very close to the event in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Although it has not yet been made official, Lionel Scaloni has already submitted a preliminary list of players who may be called up for the Finalissima, so that their clubs are already informed. However, the possibility that the match might not take place concerns the coach, who would then have to seek 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-caliber opponent. Thus, the coach of the Albiceleste finds himself in a limbo where he must prepare for a match and select the squad without knowing if the encounter will finally take place.

It should be noted that Argentina also had a friendly 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 taking the match to 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 with their European counterparts this afternoon, 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 for the match to take place, or UEFA might also remain inflexible, leading to the postponement of the encounter. Meanwhile, Scaloni waits, not in despair, but concerned about the imminence of the World Cup and the need to add matches with high-level competition, on the road to defending the title.

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