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Javier MASCHERANO: “A lot has happened since Copa America”

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Javier MASCHERANO and Lucas BIGLIA both spoke on Tuesday.

Javier MASCHERANO and Lucas BIGLIA both spoke at a press conference following the team’s training session. MASCHERANO spoke about BAUZA, Lionel MESSI and more. Here’s what he had to say:

“We want to help BAUZA. We know that the ultimate goal is difficult. It’s not a normal call-up. A lot of things have happened since the Copa America. If BAUZA was named as the coach of the National Team it’s because he’s capable of it. His achievements are a plus for him and it can be a gift.”

“The commitment to the National Team is seen in every call-up. Always thinking about the present and the future. Like we say in private, we have to swallow our pride and keep our heads held high.”

“If your friend, your captain, the best player, tells you he’s not coming anymore, it makes you think about a lot of things. Messi make the right decision: It would have been a sin, something very sad, not to see him playing with Argentina. I had no idea what was going to happen with Leo. After the Copa final, we all got isolated. It would be an injustice if Leo MESSI was deprived of playing with the National Team for any reason.”

“The team’s performance did not warrant MARTINO leaving. He helped us be competitive after the World Cup.”

“The worst thing we can do is look back. We’re right in the middle of it all and we’ve played a lot. The names may change but we will continue to be competitive. I’ve lost many times but I don’t feel unsuccessful. In this country, there’s always people who win.”

“Coming to the National Team is a blessing. Playing here is the highest of the high. It’s made me grow, it’s given me friends.”

Lucas BIGLIA:
“BAUZA told us that he likes to dream and that in his dreams, we’re all there. We all dream of something better. One always likes to be here and to take advantage of being with the National Team.”

Rumored line-up for BAUZA’s first match

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The rumors are out and with it, the statting line-up.

The media is speculating on the starting line-up for Edgardo BAUZA’s first match in charge of the Argentina National Team.

ROMERO; MERCADO, OTAMENDI, FUNES MORI, MAS; BIGLIA, MASCHERANO; MESSI, BANEGA/DYBALA, DI MARIA; PRATTO

The two remaining positions appear to be between Pablo ZABALETA and Gabriel MERCADO (though MERCADO looks favorite to start) and between Ever BANEGA and Paulo DYBALA.

Edgardo BAUZA holds his first Argentina practice!

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El “Patón” Bauza held his first ever practice with the Argentine national team this afternoon.  Sergio AGUERO and Javier PASTORE were not present as they are both injured.  Bauza has stated that for now nobody else will be called up.  The only players missing that will be arriving tomorrow were: Mascherano, Matías Kranevitter, Gabriel Mercado, Mateo Musacchio Ever Banega, Angel Di María and Messi.

Here are some quotes from Bauza:
“I am going to be happy if we get 6 points by winning the 2 WCQs. Now, our main focus is on the Uruguay match first.”

“Marco Ruben is an important striker and I will continue to follow him. He is a player who can get a call up.”

“We are following 60 players. I don’t want to take opportunity away from any player. For these 2 WCQs, we may not call anyone else.”

“I met with Menotti. We talked about football for 4 hours. I want to hang out with Maradona & Bilardo. Such talks enrich you.”

“Reaching a final isn’t easy. It’s no longer just a game. A team has to be balanced & committed to tactics. That’s what ensures win”

“Even 2nd place is failure for because Argentine players are good, not bad. That’s why we’re at the top of the FIFA ranking.”

“I am glad that Zabaleta has played a full 90 minutes. It will help to decide who the 4 defenders will be.”

 

Lionel MESSI available for World Cup Qualifiers!

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The game against Athletic Bilbao over the weekend left MESSI with various knocks and Barcelona wanted him to undergo various medical examinations as a precaution. After undergoing medical tests it has been confirmed that MESSI will be flying to Argentina along with MASCHERANO today and will arrive sometime early tomorrow morning.  It has not been confirmed as of yet if he will start or come off the bench for Argentina’s first match against Uruguay. As always, we will keep you guys up-to-date.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lionel MESSI and PASTORE doubts for Argentina

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Lionel MESSI is still in Barcelona and is a doubt for Argentina.

Reports in Spain are stating that Lionel MESSI is currently undergoing medical tests in Barcelona. Apparently, MESSI received many knocks during Barcelona’s La Liga match on Sunday against Athletic Bilbao.

As for Javier PASTORE, he has a calf injury and is a major doubt as well.

Stay tuned to Mundo Albiceleste as we will continue covering the news throughout the day.

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