Coming into play against Paraguay last night, Leonardo Balerdi did not score many points…
Despite difficulties with OM at the start of the season, Leonardo Balerdi (25 years old) was called up by Lionel Scaloni for qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Last night, he played his first match with Argentina against Paraguay . Entering at half-time to replace Romero, the Marseille defender quickly fell into difficulty. As soon as he entered, he conceded a free kick and lost his duel, allowing Paraguay to take the advantage.
The rest of his match was marked by errors and approximations which sparked strong criticism in the Argentine press and on social networks. Balerdi's complicated start to the season with OM therefore seems to continue with the Albiceleste.
