Argentina has no shortage of attackers with young Nico Paz making an appearance in the squad and Julian Alvarez in top form for Atletico Madrid but facing a strong Uruguay defense, more pressure will be on the attack, especially with Martinez unavailable.

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Argentina will travel to Uruguay for the 13th round of the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American qualifiers to be played at the Estadio Centenario in Montevideo, Uruguay on Friday.