Current champion, Argentina arrives in the United States with ten injured players Debut: the current world champion, Argentina, is in trouble: it has injured players. Messi, for example, is one of those who is not 100%. In the last few days, the Argentines divided the responsibilities like this: the fans were euphoric, while the technical committee took precautions, especially after the injury and the cut of defender Leonardo Balerdi, who is still without a replacement. 📱Bookmark g1 on Google and follow the main news of the day The Argentina coach did not want to alarm the fans, but said that many players are not in 100% physical condition. Ten players arrived in the United States injured or unable to take the field. Other cuts until the World Cup debut, against Algeria, on June 16th, are not ruled out. Argentina reaches the World Cup with 10 injured players; Messi is one of those who is not 100% National Newspaper/ Reproduction The list of those who need the most attention includes striker Julián Álvarez, full-backs Molina and Montiel, midfielder Paredes, goalkeeper "Dibú" Martínez. For a fan, Dibú is essential, a tremendous force, very important in goal. And also Lionel Messi, who is recovering from a muscle problem. He is the right name on the shirts of fans across the United States. Even a Mexican, Jesus, wears the colors of the Argentine idol. He grew up watching Messi and still thinks he is the best player in the world. Just a few days away from turning 39 years old, Lionel Messi still manages to spark youthful excitement among fans and even his teammates. Also for this reason, the Argentina coach has treated the number ten with great care in this final stretch of preparation for the World Cup. According to Lionel Scaloni, it is very difficult for an Argentine player to protect himself in a match. He knows that players close their eyes and carry on despite the risks involved. In Messi's last World Cup, every risk with the main star must be calculated. Comments Paulo Nunes and Renata Vasconcellos in New York, United States National Newspaper/ Reproduction This World Cup could be the last for two football geniuses: Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Four years ago, the Qatar Cup ended like this for them: Lionel Messi, historic final, Argentina beats France. Historic moment. Lionel Messi world champion for the first time; Cristiano Ronaldo leaves the field crying, in tears. Portugal lost to Morocco. Renata Vasconcellos: Two very different situations. Now, I ask you, Paulo Nunes: what should be the itinerary for your bet this year? Paulo Nunes, commentator: They are two ball geniuses. But I really believe that Cristiano Ronaldo arrives more prepared for this World Cup and with an immense desire to win, because it will be his last World Cup. Unfortunately for both of them. But we can never stop talking about Messi, who is a genius with the ball. Renata Vasconcellos: So, in your opinion, in this case, Cristiano Ronaldo could have a different script in this World Cup? Paulo Nunes: Especially because the Portuguese team is doing very well too. Renata Vasconcellos: In your opinion, who are the next heroes of the new generations now? Paulo Nunes: For me there is no doubt: Mbappé, from the French team; Lamine Yamal, from the Spanish national team, who plays a lot; and Haaland, Norway's top scorer. For me, these three will fight a lot, for a long time, like ball geniuses. GloboPop: click to see videos from the Jornal Nacional stage READ ALSO Home of Jornal Nacional at the World Cup is in the heart of Manhattan Island, in New York Discover Globo’s latest coverage of the 2026 World Cup Special series on the essence of Brazilian football highlights the talent of our players JN series on the virtues of the only five-time champion team in the world highlights the race of the Brazilian player Last chapter of JN's special series exalts the creativity of Brazilian players Carlo Ancelotti's path to the Brazilian national team is full of achievements; get to know