Argentina national team prepares for opener amid injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Argentina national soccer team held its third training session on North American soil ahead of the World Cup opener against Algeria on June 16. During this session, captain Lionel Messi was among six key players training separately due to various physical issues. Julián Álvarez is dealing with ankle inflammation, while Leandro Paredes, Gonzalo Montiel, Nahuel Molina, and Nico Paz are also undergoing treatment. The coaching staff is focused on player recovery during upcoming friendlies against Honduras and Iceland.
- •Argentina trains ahead of World Cup opener on June 16.
- •Lionel Messi and five others train separately due to injuries.
- •Julián Álvarez has ankle inflammation and is resting.
- •Nico Paz's knee treatment raises significant concerns.
- •Upcoming friendlies will be crucial for player recovery.
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"The Argentina national team completed its third training session on North American soil, a workout that for the first time was held behind open doors. Although the coaching staff led by Lionel Scaloni...
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