Argentina confirms November friendlies amid transition planning

Argentina will face Uruguay on November 13 and Costa Rica on November 17, giving Scaloni a chance to assess younger players including Mastantuono, Prestianni and Paz. Scaloni’s contract expires at year-end, while reports frame the matches as preparation for life beyond Messi without confirming Messi’s retirement; a newly read Lautaro match account conflicts with the current timeline and needs verification.