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Argentina coach reveals many players, including Messi, not fully fit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 11:40 AM

Last updated Jun 7, 2026

Argentina coach reveals many players, including Messi, not fully fit

Summary

Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni acknowledged that many players, including Lionel Messi, are not at full fitness ahead of their World Cup opener on June 16. Messi, who has struggled with a thigh issue, was seen on the bench during Argentina's recent 2-0 friendly win over Honduras in Texas. Scaloni assured that Messi is progressing well and has participated in some team training. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is also recovering from an injury sustained prior to the Europa League final. Argentina's next match is a final warm-up against Iceland this week.

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By the Numbers

•Lionel Messi watched from the bench during the friendly against Honduras.
•Scaloni indicated multiple players are not yet 100% fit.
•Messi has recently had a thigh muscle issue.
•Emiliano Martinez is recovering from a finger injury.
•Argentina's World Cup opener is scheduled for June 16 against Algeria.

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11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina coach: Many players, including Messi, are not yet 100% fit

What they're saying

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Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said he did not want to "raise the alarm" shortly before their World Cup opener, but admitted "many players are not yet 100% fit" for the defending champions. Superstar Lionel Messi watched Saturday's 2-0 friendly win over Honduras in College Station, Texas from the bench.
— Yahoo Sports

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