Vaccine Blunder: Atletico Trio Ruled Out of Argentina Friendly in Angola Over Yellow Fever Shot

Three players from Atlético Madrid will miss Argentina’s upcoming friendly match. The match against Angola is scheduled for Friday. The Argentine Football Association (AFA) confirmed the news on Monday. The players are Nahuel Molina, Julián Álvarez, and Giuliano Simeone.

The AFA stated the trio failed to finish the necessary steps. These steps related to the yellow fever vaccine. Angola requires this vaccination for entry. This is a strict health protocol for the African nation. The players could not travel because they did not meet this requirement on time.

The situation forces Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni to adjust his lineup. The team is currently in Spain preparing for the match. The friendly is a warm-up for upcoming tournaments. The incident highlights the growing importance of global health protocols in international sports. The three players will now return to Atlético Madrid. They will focus on their club duties during this international break.