Allende’s huge international recall in sight
Marcelo Allende's performances at Mamelodi Sundowns have put him in sight of a return to international football.Mamelodi Sundowns midfield maestro Marcelo Allende’s name is being considered for a possible return to the Chile national team at the back of his impressive form.
Into the new season, Allende has continued as a regular starting all 13 games that he has played for The Brazilians this season. KickOff.com contacts in Chile say Allende’s name has started bubbling in conversations related to his return to La Roja with national team coach Eduardo Berrizzo being encouraged to widen his net after a poor start in the CONMEBOL 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
La Roja sit outside the qualification spots after one win, one draw, and two defeats and upcoming games against Paraguay and Ecuador, Allende is being monitored with regards to a return. Allende – who has one cap – was last called up while still playing for Montevideo City Torque in Uruguay and sat on the bench against Bolivia in February 2022.