Argentina, the defending World Cup champion, can ensure qualification for next year's tournament in its two games in March.

Now, Fabrizio Romano reports that a "scan confirmed that Messi suffered from a small muscle injury in the adductor area and he won’t be available to play for Argentina." Messi h

With Lionel Messi ruled out for the games against Uruguay and Brazil, questions rose regarding who will use the iconic No. 10 with Argentina.