Will Argentinian FA scupper Lionel Messi's Finalissima appearance at Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu?

"It's going to be very difficult [for game to be played in Doha]. In fact, four days ago we cancelled two charter flights that we had booked for this event. Within the next 48 hours we expect a decision to be taken. It's likely to be moved to Europe because the majority of players [of Spain and Argentina] are based there. That would be the logical outcome."

"The clash between European champions Spain and Copa America winners Argentina is all but certain to be moved from its original venue of Doha's Lusail Stadium due to the ongoing war in the Middle East. Qatar has been targeted by Iranian drones in response to attacks from the United States and Israel and all domestic games have been put on hold until the situation improves."

"Argentina would rather the game be played in a more neutral venue rather than the Spanish capital. London's Wembley Stadium also came under consideration but was swiftly discounted due to England staging a friendly with Uruguay on the same night."

The Finalissima between European champions Spain and Copa America winners Argentina faces relocation from Doha's Lusail Stadium due to ongoing Middle East conflict affecting Qatar. UEFA and CONMEBOL are negotiating alternative venues with the match scheduled within a fortnight. Spain's Football Federation and UEFA have proposed Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu as the new host venue, which offers logistical advantages since most players compete in Europe. However, Argentina's Football Association and CONMEBOL must ratify this decision. Argentina prefers a neutral location rather than playing in the Spanish capital. Wembley Stadium was considered but rejected due to England's simultaneous friendly match with Uruguay. Spanish Football Federation president Rafael Louzan anticipated resolution within 48 hours, noting relocation to Europe as the logical outcome.

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