Messi's Final Argentina Match: Squad Absences and Lautaro's Presence
Lionel Messi will play his final match for Argentina at the Monumental against Benin. The captain will bid farewell to the national team in front of his home crowd, wearing the number 10, alongside several teammates from the 2022 World Cup-winning squad.
The game is scheduled for Tuesday at 8 PM Italian time and will feature many stars from the last World Cup. Nicolás Otamendi, Ángel Di María, Rodrigo De Paul, Giovani Lo Celso, and Leandro Paredes are expected to be present. Paredes will attend the tribute but cannot play due to a suspension.
However, not all 2022 champions will be available. Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina were not cleared by Roma due to scheduling and intercontinental travel constraints. Papu Gomez and Franco Armani are also out. Juan Foyth was excluded due to a physical issue. It remains uncertain if Germán Pezzella will reach Buenos Aires.
Lautaro Martinez will be available for Lionel Scaloni, having played against Bolivia and Burkina Faso. This match marks a significant moment for the Inter striker, coinciding with Messi's final appearance for Argentina before he returns to Milan for the match against Parma.
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