Nine Argentina World Cup 2022 Champions Will Miss 2026 Tournament

Transfermarkt, a website specializing in player statistics and market values, has revealed that nine players who were part of Argentina's 2022 World Cup-winning squad will be absent from the national team at the 2026 World Cup.

The list of Argentine players who will miss the upcoming World Cup includes Juan Foyth (Villarreal), Ángel Correa (Tigres), Paulo Dybala (Roma), Guido Rodríguez (Valencia), Ángel Di María (Rosario Central), Marcos Acuña (River Plate), Papu Gómez (Padova), Germán Pezzella (River Plate), and Franco Armani (River Plate).

Argentina is set to compete in Group 10 of the 2026 World Cup, alongside Austria, Algeria, and Jordan.

Storm Hits Argentina's Training Camp

The British newspaper The Sun reported that the early hours of Argentina's camp were marked by severe weather conditions. Local authorities issued warnings about tornadoes and strong thunderstorms that struck Kansas City overnight.

Videos circulating online showed damage caused by the storm, including fallen sections of fences and signs around the Argentine team's accommodation. Local reports indicated that powerful winds uprooted tree branches and damaged some external barriers. Despite the turbulent weather, the Argentine delegation did not suffer any harm, and the large banner of Lionel Messi displayed on the hotel's facade remained intact.