South American Classic with a Colchonero Flavor
An exciting clash is coming up between Uruguay and Argentina in the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, a duel that will have a special red and white touch. Several Atlético de Madrid players will face each other defending the colors of their respective national teams.
Giménez, a key player in the Uruguayan defense, will have the difficult task of containing the Argentine attack, which could include De Paul, Nahuel, Correa, and especially Julián Álvarez, his teammate at Atlético.
Aware of Julián’s importance to the Madrid club, Giménez joked about the need not to be too hard on him during the match. ‘The first thing I’m going to do is try, if I get to play, not to hit Julián Álvarez, because we need him there,’ commented the Uruguayan defender.
This confrontation promises to be a vibrant duel, where the camaraderie of the Atlético locker room will be put aside for the passion of defending their country. Without a doubt, Giménez will have the difficulty of measuring himself against Julián in an important match for his country, but with much to play for still with his team.
