Nico Paz

Paz (muscular) is in the final days of his recovery and is trending toward being available for Argentina's friendly against Iceland on June 9, according to Hernan Castillo.

Analysis: Paz himself posted on his Instagram Story that he is in his final days of recovery, with the coaching staff taking a cautious approach by keeping him out of the first pre-tournament friendly against Honduras to avoid any setback. The midfielder's return is expected for the beginning of next week and will be a welcome boost for coach Scaloni given his importance to Argentina's creative setup, and all signs are pointing toward him being available when the tournament gets underway.

Jun 3, 2026

Nearing return

Paz (strain) is in the "final days of recovery" ahead of Argentina's World Cup opener, the midfielder posted to his Instagram Story.

Analysis: Paz was a concern for the World Cup opener after a strain left him out of some training and the final match of the league season, but he is now seeing improvements. The midfielder took to his Instagram to say he is in his "final days of recovery," likely meaning a return is on the horizon. It is still unlikely he will make their friendly on Saturday or Tuesday as they approach the situation cautiously, although his addition for their opener against Algeria on June 16 seems to be trending in the right direction.

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