After wrapping up his final match of the 2026 Conmebol World Cup Qualifiers in Argentina, Lionel Messi has netted two goals for the national team in 2025. This performance inevitably draws comparisons to Cristiano Ronaldo's goal tally in the same span.
Argentina faced Venezuela in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, where the atmosphere turned highly intense. Lionel Messi ended up confronting a Venezuela player.
Argentina star Lionel Messi commented on his presence at the 2026 World Cup following the victory over Venezuela in the qualifiers.
As Matchday 17 concludes, new national teams have secured spots in the 2026 World Cup, and there is a shake-up in the scoring charts. Lionel Messi has overtaken Luis Diaz to become the leading scorer in the 2026 Conmebol World Cup Qualifiers.
With his brace for Argentina against Venezuela, Lionel Messi matched Cristiano Ronaldo's goals in World Cup Qualifying history.
Lionel Messi scores the first and third goal for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers match against Venezuela in Buenos Aires.
In his final World Cup Qualifier match in Argentina before the 2026 tournament, Lionel Messi was honored with a heartfelt stadium tribute. Overcome with emotion, the Argentine star could not hold back his tears in this poignant farewell moment.
Lionel Messi starred for Argentina with a brace as the team cruised to a 3-0 win over Venezuela in Matchday 17 of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers at the Estadio Monumental.
Argentina face Venezuela on Matchday 17 of the Conmebol 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, in a key match for La Vinotinto and a emotional game for the Albiceleste. Here are the confirmed lineups for the game.
Argentina face Venezuela on Matchday 17 of the 2026 South American World Cup Qualifiers.
Argentina will host Venezuela in a Matchday 17 clash of the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers. Here's how fans in the USA can watch the action live, with options available on both TV and streaming platforms.
Argentina are set to take on Venezuela in their final home match of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, and anticipation is mounting to see if Lionel Messi will make an appearance on the field.
Lionel Scaloni addressed what is expected to be Lionel Messi’s final World Cup qualifier in Argentina and made a bold promise about the occasion.
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed Lionel Messi’s status for the World Cup Qualifier against Venezuela and revealed whether the Inter Miami star will make the trip for the second match against Ecuador.
Lionel Messi remains in great shape, but his presence at the 2026 World Cup with Argentina is still uncertain. With this in mind, head coach Lionel Scaloni has made a special request for the upcoming CONMEBOL games with the superstar.
Although Argentina are among the best-shaped national teams for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, head coach Lionel Scaloni feels deeply concerned about a key aspect ahead of the important tournament.
Registering implies accepting the Terms and Conditions
SOCCER SCHEDULE
