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Two key assets for the Uruguayan national team at the World Cup, they'll be under particular scrutiny from Sporting fans. Following Rodrigo Zalazar, who joined the South American squad shortly after the league season concluded, it was Maxi Araújo's turn today to arrive at Uruguay's training camp and integrate with Marcelo Bielsa's group.
Zalazar, one of Alvalade's high-profile reinforcements for 2026/2027, will have the chance to welcome Maxi Araújo, another 'Lion' eyeing the global competition. Marcelo Bielsa has yet to officially announce the final squad list, but the presence of the Sporting winger, a standout during the qualification phase, at the training camp dispels any lingering doubts about his inclusion.
Maxi joined the squad later than other overseas-based players, such as Zalazar, due to his participation in the Portuguese Cup final.
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