Messi dropped as Argentina face Chile in World Cup qualifier | OneFootball

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Emily Wilson·6 June 2025

Messi dropped as Argentina face Chile in World Cup qualifier

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Chile host Argentina on Thursday during the latest round of World Cup qualifying action. Ahead of kickoff, both teams have named their starting lineups.

The hosts see big names Arturo Vidal and Alexis Sanchez lead the team out, hoping to use their experience to bring Chile up the table.


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Meanwhile, one Lionel Messi will not guide his side out after being dropped to the bench. Nico Paz is his replacement and Cristian Romero will captain the side.

Looking at the table, Argentina are first and already have qualified for the tournament while Chile are bottom of the table, some 10 points off making the cut.


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