Best 15Argentinaof the 2010s

Argentina's defining player of the decade, winner of the 2014 World Cup Golden Ball and captain of the team that reached the final. He scored at all three World Cups and remained at generational peak level throughout the decade.

An explosive creator and major attacking figure across three World Cups. He scored the extra-time winner against Switzerland in 2014 and was among Argentina's most internationally accomplished players of the decade.

One of the world's leading strikers during the 2010s and a member of three World Cup squads. Although his tournament impact was uneven, his finishing, movement and elite club form made him central to Argentina's attacking pool.

The defensive leader and midfield anchor of Argentina's three World Cup teams. His exceptional 2014 campaign, particularly the semifinal against the Netherlands, embodied his tactical intelligence and competitive importance.

Argentina's principal World Cup centre-forward for much of the decade. He scored five World Cup goals, including a 2010 hat-trick and the winning goal against Belgium in the 2014 quarterfinal.

A dynamic and technically gifted forward who started regularly at the 2010 World Cup, scoring twice against Mexico. His continued excellence with Manchester City and Juventus established his high decade-specific rating.

A powerful and aggressive centre-back selected for the 2010 and 2018 World Cups. He developed into one of Europe's leading defenders during the middle and later years of the decade.

Argentina's dependable starting right-back throughout the run to the 2014 World Cup final. A tactically reliable defender whose leadership and high-level Manchester City career enhanced his standing.

One of Argentina's most technically refined midfielders of the decade. At the 2018 World Cup, his vision and long-range passing were highlighted by his assist for Messi against Nigeria.

A fast, relentless forward who played a substantial role in Argentina's 2014 campaign, starting the semifinal and final. His direct running, pressing and positional versatility complemented the team's star attackers.

A composed, aerially dominant starter in every match of Argentina's 2014 run to the final. His positioning and distribution were important to a defense that conceded only four tournament goals.

A tactically disciplined midfielder who became a starter during the knockout phase of the 2014 World Cup and returned in 2018. He provided balance, defensive coverage and controlled distribution.

Argentina's first-choice goalkeeper at the 2010 and 2014 World Cups. His two penalty saves against the Netherlands in the 2014 semifinal made him a central figure in reaching the final.

A versatile defender who started throughout Argentina's 2014 campaign and scored decisive World Cup goals against Nigeria in both 2014 and 2018, including the late winner that secured progression in 2018.

An experienced central defender at the 2010 World Cup who returned to the starting lineup for the decisive stages of Argentina's 2014 run, including the semifinal and final.