Overview
- Argentina said tests confirmed a tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in Panichelli's right knee, ending his season and World Cup hopes.
- He was hurt during a national-team training session, in a recurrence of the same knee injury he suffered two years ago.
- Doctors plan surgery and a recovery of at least six months, which also sidelines him for RC Strasbourg now and the start of next season.
- His absence removes a late contender for the 26-man squad, with Palmeiras forward José López reported as a leading option for the third striker role.
- Teammates dedicated their friendly win to him after earlier losses of Juan Foyth and Valentín Carboni left Argentina thinner across the roster.