Alejandro Garnacho Misses 2026 World Cup Cut

Alejandro Garnacho is out of Argentina's 2026 World Cup squad. The Chelsea winger was cut from the final 26-player roster by manager Lionel Scaloni.

What happened to Alejandro Garnacho?

He was initially included in the 55-man preliminary World Cup pool but didn't make the final cut. Scaloni's decision likely stemmed from Garnacho's difficult transition at Chelsea.

Why was Alejandro Garnacho omitted?

Garnacho last played for Argentina over a year and a half ago during the World Cup qualifiers. This lack of continuity made him a low priority for Scaloni's final tournament roster. Antonio Medina of beIN Sports noted Garnacho's struggles on the pitch and off-field drama.

What is Argentina missing without Alejandro Garnacho?

Garnacho's presence would have given the attack a different dimension with his high-octane winger style. He thrives on injecting chaotic energy and directness into the game. Argentina will also lack an experienced winger in Angel Di Maria, who retired from international duty after the 2024 Copa America. Garnacho has only eight caps for Argentina but his unique playing style would have been an asset. The decision to omit Garnacho was likely influenced by his limited playing time and underwhelming performances at Chelsea. So Garnacho's World Cup dreams are on hold for now. But his fans will be watching his progress at Chelsea closely. And they will hope he can regain his form and become a key player for Argentina in the future. Garnacho's omission is a significant blow to Argentina's attacking options. The team will have to rely on other players to fill the gap left by Garnacho and Di Maria.