Should Juventus Star Carlos Tevez Make the Argentina World Cup Squad?

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Published: February 28, 2014

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Just over three months away from the start of the World Cup, favourites to lift the trophy are already being identified. As is almost habitual, the Argentina national team is being mentioned as a strong candidate for glory in neighbouring Brazil. 

Coach Alejandro Sabella has an enviable wealth of talent at his disposal. This is particularly true when taking into account the attacking force the ex-Estudiantes man can put onto the field. Led by the incomparable Lionel Messi, this forward line is equal to that of any team in the world. 

There is, however, one notable absence. Carlos Tevez has never featured under Sabella and, barring an injury crisis or complete change of heart from the trainer, most likely will not be playing any part in Brazil 2014.

It is a bold move to leave out one of the world's finest strikers. It is even more valiant when he is in the form of his life. 

Four Four Two's Adam Digby hits the nail on the head when comparing the forward to former Juve great Omar Sivori: "Tevez is a technically gifted player blessed with incredible touch, vision and an eye for goal rivalled by very few of his peers." 

Carlitos, putting behind a successful yet explosive and controversial stint with Manchester City, has plundered 14 Serie A goals so far, placing him alongside Giuseppe Rossi as the top scorer in a notoriously miserly league. His contribution has further concreted Juve's place as Italy's finest side: The Turin titans lie nine points clear of Roma at the top, and with 60 goals for outscore nearest rivals Napoli by 10 strikes. 

Add another six direct assists into the calculations for Tevez, and it is clear that while goals can appear from across the pitch in Juve, his contribution has been vital during his maiden season. 



All of this begs the question: Should he be in the national team? 

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