Argentina, Lionel Messi and 2026 World Cup

Lionel Messi retirement update dropped by Argentina head coach, makes 2026 World Cup claim: ‘To confirm it later…’
H aving won the World Cup in 2022 in Qatar, Lionel Messi is expected to lead Argentina's title defence. The Inter Miami star led his national team to glory in Qatar, defeating Kyl
Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, Argentina coach Scaloni says
Argentina great Lionel Messi wants to play in the 2026 World Cup, but is too early to make any official announcements, his national coach Lionel Scaloni said on Thursday.
"The truth is that I don't see it as relevant" - Lionel Scaloni comments on Lionel Messi continuing Argentina career ahead of 2026 World Cup
Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni shared his two cents on Lionel Messi continuing with the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Lionel Messi to India confirmed? When will Argentina come to play in India?
In addition to a friendly match, Messi is expected to spend 20 minutes on a public stage to interact with his fans in Kerala.
Lionel Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, says Argentina coach
The 37-year-old has featured in five World Cups for Argentina, and won his first trophy in Qatar in 2022. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Inter Miami star responds when asked if Lionel Messi will feature for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi's Inter Miami teammate Oscar Ustari gave his take on whether the forward will feature for Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Soccer-Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, Argentina coach Scaloni says
Argentina great Lionel Messi wants to play in the 2026 World Cup, but is too early to make any official announcements, his national coach Lionel Scaloni said on Thursday. Scaloni, who led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title in Qatar,
Lionel Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, says Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni
Neymar, meanwhile, has confirmed his move to boyhood club Santos from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on social media on Jan 30. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Lionel Scaloni discusses Lionel Messi’s possible 2026 World Cup appearance with Argentina
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni recently spoke about Lionel Messi's chances of playing in the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in Mexico, Canada and United States. Argentina are on track to clinch their 2026 World Cup ticket in March when the CONMEBOL qualifiers resume.
Lionel Messi's Argentina future not 'relevant' to Lionel Scaloni as national team boss clarifies his own position heading into 2026 World Cup
Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni says big calls regarding Lionel Messi’s future, both domestically and internationally, are not “relevant” at this time.
Messi rips Mexican fans to shreds after homophobic chants: ‘Hostile towards Argentines… World Cup wound is still open’
When Lionel Messi scored in the first-half, a large number of Club America’s crowd began singing a song, which included ...
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Trump, Messi and USMNT: Here's the state of soccer in US 500 days before World Cup 2026
reigning World Cup champion Lionel Messi and the U.S. men’s national soccer team to be among those playing major roles in driving attention to the sport and the tournament during the next 500 ...
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Lionel Messi makes bold promise for Inter Miami regarding FIFA Club World Cup after controversial decision
Lionel Messi has expressed confidence in Inter Miami's ability to compete in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, despite the club's relatively recent success and the challenging competition.
Mexican Fans in Uproar Over Lionel Messi's Inter Miami Celebration vs. Club America
Inter Miami faced Club América in a friendly over the weekend. Lionel Messi scored the Herons first goal of 2025, but it was ...