Lionel Messi is in Argentina’s World Cup squad as coach calms injury fears
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has confirmed that most of the reigning world champions, including Lionel Messi, will be part of the squad for the upcoming World Cup.
The Argentine Football Association announced the 26-man roster Thursday and 17 were part of the team that won in Qatar four years ago.
Messi, who is dealing with muscle fatigue, is set to play in his sixth World Cup.
Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez and defender Cristian Romero are also included despite recent injuries.
Argentina, also world champions in 1978 and 1986, will play its first match on June 16 against Algeria.
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