Argentina are champions of the world in footballing terms – can La Albiceleste defend their 2022 crown at the 2026 World Cup?
Today, we’ll be looking at how the reigning World Cup champions might line up for their first game at the 2026 iteration of the tournament. We’ll be looking at players from teams such as Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur – who would make your Argentina XI?
GK: Emi Martinez
Emi Martinez was Argentina’s saviour last tournament, making a number of crucial saves in the final – including a one-on-one against Kylian Mbappe in the dying embers.
He isn’t getting any younger, but Martinez’s spot as Argentina’s number one is pretty much locked down for the Aston Villa star.
RB: Nahuel Molina
Nahuel Molina seems like the obvious choice to play at right-back for Lionel Scaloni’s men. He hasn’t had his best season in an Atletico Madrid shirt, but Argentina aren’t spoiled for choice in this area of the pitch.
He has made 16 appearances for Diego Simeone’s men in La Liga this season, notching up a solitary assist along the way.
CB: Cristian Romero
Cristian Romero has been subjected to a myriad of criticism for Tottenham this season, but the 27-year-old still remains Argentina’s top centre-back.
His aggressiveness can often be his downfall, but it also makes him a ferocious opponent for any centre-forward to tangle with.
CB: Marcos Senesi
Romero’s might still be Argentina’s top defensive dog, Marcos Senesi’s performances for Bournemouth this season make him an excellent choice to line up alongside him.
Senesi is the complete modern centre-back. He offers a strong physical presence on the pitch, but can also back it up with impressive technical ability.