Leandro Paredes sidelined for Argentina's pre-World Cup friendlies

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 2:16 PM

Last updated May 30, 2026

Leandro Paredes sidelined for Argentina's pre-World Cup friendlies
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Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes will be unavailable for the upcoming pre-World Cup friendlies due to a hamstring tear. The injury was first reported by multiple sources, including Olé and ESPN. Paredes, who plays for Juventus, will miss crucial preparation matches ahead of the World Cup. His absence places additional pressure on the team to adjust their strategies in his absence. Coach Lionel Scaloni will need to identify viable replacements as Argentina prepares for the tournament.

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  • Leandro Paredes suffers a hamstring tear.
  • He plays for Juventus in Serie A.
  • Argentina is scheduled for pre-World Cup friendlies.
  • Coach Lionel Scaloni faces lineup adjustments.
  • Additional pressure on Argentina's midfield options.
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Leandro Paredes will miss Argentina’s pre-World Cup friendlies due to a hamstring tear.The news, first reported by Olé, Martín Arévalo (ESPN), and Ezequiel Sosa (TyC), leaves the Juventus midfiel...

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