The match is set to be a celebration of Messi's career as he hangs up his international boots for good, having won the World Cup and two editions of the Copa America. However, Dybala and Molina won't be there to join in the festivities. The pair were reportedly denied time off by Roma, who are keen to keep their players fresh ahead of a crucial Serie A match against Como on October 11.
Dybala, who has not been called up to the Argentina squad in recent times, was once a close friend of Messi's, having trained with him during a session in Brazil back in 2019. However, it seems that their friendship will not be enough to get them out of a Serie A fixture. Molina, on the other hand, is currently serving a seven-match suspension following the chaos of the 2026 World Cup Final against Spain.
Coach Gian Piero Gasperini is reportedly keen to keep his players focused on the Serie A campaign, and avoiding a long intercontinental flight so close to the crucial match against Como is seen as a key part of that strategy.