The world champions returning to represent Argentina at the 2026 World Cup
Lionel Scaloni’s squad list for the 2026 World Cup includes 17 players who were champions in Qatar. A return that is generating high expectations in the country and among the fans.
Argentina’s national football team is gearing up to defend its title at the 2026 World Cup, and Lionel Scaloni has called up a strong group of players who know what it means to lift the trophy. Of the 26 called up, 17 are the same ones who were crowned champions in the tournament’s last edition, held in Qatar.
Among the standout names are icons Lionel Messi and Julián Álvarez, who will lead the Argentine attack once again. The experience and chemistry among these players will be key to the team’s performance as it looks not only to go deep, but to repeat the glory of 2022.
This situation is creating an air of confidence in Argentine football circles, where fans are eagerly waiting. After a year of hard work and preparation, anticipation is building ahead of the tournament. However, there are also those debating the absences and the inclusion of new talents, as is the case with Medina and el Flaco López, who have prompted mixed reactions.
Although the focus will be on the heroes of Qatar, how the new call-ups fit in will be decisive in determining the team’s fate at the World Cup. The emotional burden of defending a title, added to the pressure of doing it on the continent, will add an extra level of challenge for the Argentine squad.
All things considered, the fans are already counting down to the moment of truth. With the experience of its champions and the freshness of new talent, Argentina is setting out to shine again on the biggest stage in world football. The 2026 World Cup is coming!
