Is Julian Alvarez Playing Tonight? Julian Alvarez’s Availability for Uruguay vs Argentina World Cup Qualifier Tonight

Without Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martinez, Argentina Will Need Someone Reliable Like Julian Alvarez, but Will He Play?

Uruguay and Argentina are set to clash in a high-stake FIFA World Cup qualifier on Friday in Montevideo. Argentina are comfortably leading the CONMEBOL standings, five points behind Uruguay in third place. This match could be a crucial one in shaping the road ahead in the qualifiers.

Especially considering, only a few days later, Argentina will face Brazil who have occupied the second place in the rankings after their latest 2-1 win against Colombia. Hence, Las Albicelestes will be determined to get a win. However, considering they have a large number of key players missing, it won’t come easy.

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Argentina will be without Lautaro Martinez, Paulo Dybala, Giovani Lo Celso, and even their captain Lionel Messi. At such a time, the coach could certainly rely on Julian Alvarez who is having a good run after joining Atletico Madrid at the start of this season.

Especially considering Uruguay’s incredible run under Marcelo Bielsa. They’ve impressed so far in the World Cup qualifiers campaign securing a win over Colombia and a draw against Brazil in their last two games. Players like Darwin Nunez, Federico Valverde, and Ronald Araujo in top form, will be a threat to the Argentines.

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Will Julian Alvarez Play Today?

With both Messi and Lautaro absent in the front, it can be expected that Julian Alvarez will take up a leading role in Argentina’s attack. The Atletico Madrid forward is in excellent form. Hence, he could certainly spearhead the frontline alongside Angel Correa and Nicolas Gonzalez.

Scaloni recently praised Alvarez’s versatility in the pre-match press conference, saying, “Julián is a guy who gives any coach a lot of options. He is very important.” Alvarez’s skills could be crucial in breaking down Uruguay’s solid defense. However, Scaloni still has multiple attacking options, so it remains to be seen what role Scaloni provides Alvarez.

Also read: Argentina Men’s Football Fixture: What Are the Upcoming Games for Argentina National Football Team?

Uruguay vs Argentina Game Details

Time: Friday, 7:30 PM ET

Venue: Centenario Stadium in Montevideo, Uruguay

Uruguay Team News

Manuel Ugarte (Suspension)

Argentina Team News

Lionel Messi (Adductor issue)
Lautaro Martinez (Hamstring injury)
Gonzalo Montiel (Thigh injury)
Giovani Lo Celso (Myotendinous injury)
Paulo Dybala (Semitendinosus tendon injury in left thigh)

Argentina

Julian Alvarez

Lautaro Martinez

Lionel Messi

Uruguay

Uruguay vs Argentina

World Cup Qualifiers

Moumita Dutta

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Football writer at The Playoffs. I’ve been obsessed with the beautiful game since I was a kid.. Eventually, I realized I could combine my passion for writing with my love for football, and I’ve never looked back. My favorite part of the job is everything—when you’re doing what you love, even a late-night deadline feels like extra time in a thrilling cup final. Lastly, Lionel Messi is the GOAT.