Cup Overview

Lionel Scaloni has heaped praise on Boca Juniors prospect Leonel Flores following an eye-catching senior international bow against Bolivia. The 19-year-old winger produced an audacious cameo in Cordoba to prove why he belongs in the national team's new era, with his manager highlighting the importance of protecting his long-term potential at the top level.

Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez has admitted that the squad is bracing for a highly emotional evening as the era of Lionel Messi draws to a close. Following a dominant friendly victory over Bolivia, the Inter star turned his focus toward the upcoming tribute match for the national team's greatest ever player.

Fiorentina attacker Franco Mastantuono opened up on the heartbreak of missing Argentina's 2026 World Cup squad following his international return against Bolivia. The 19-year-old expressed gratitude to head coach Lionel Scaloni for granting him tactical freedom as a new cycle begins.

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni deployed an unusual attacking tandem of Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez in Wednesday's 4-0 win over Bolivia. The strike duo demonstrated fluid movement as Argentina navigate the post-Messi era, with Martinez opening the scoring in Cordoba.