Lionel Messi will sit out Argentina's upcoming international friendly against Honduras as the reigning champions manage their workload ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria.
Argentina and Lionel Messi suffer first setback ahead of the 2026 World Cup after Leonardo Balerdi’s injury is confirmed.
Argentina face Honduras in a World Cup warmup in Texas as Lionel Messi’s fitness is closely managed ahead of the 2026 tournament, with key decisions still to come.
The 2026 World Cup features the United States, Canada, and Mexico as hosts with several cities serving as venues, raising the question: Which games will be played in Kansas City?
As if the recent curse on reigning champions wasn’t enough, Argentina will be under additional pressure in the 2026 World Cup, to which they will arrive as the best national team in the FIFA rankings.
Argentina are facing a cloud of uncertainty as multiple players arrived at the Kansas City training camp nursing injuries ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with rising star Nico Paz among those currently hampered.
Argentina’s roster for the 2026 World Cup could feature Aston Villa player Emiliano Buendia as a new addition.
Lionel Scaloni and Argentina have kicked off training in Kansas City ahead of their international friendly against Honduras on US soil, but the reigning world champions opened their first session without superstar captain Lionel Messi on the pitch.
Lionel Messi is reportedly following a specialized recovery plan as Argentina prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Algeria.
Uruguay legend Diego Lugano claims Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal will receive in the 2026 World Cup the same penalty 'favoritism' Lionel Messi's Argentina allegedly benefited from in Qatar 2022.
Argentina are preparing for their debut at the 2026 World Cup with several players dealing with injuries, including Lionel Messi.
Lionel Scaloni has sent Argentina's players a straightforward message just days away from the 2026 World Cup debut.
Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi will be two of the biggest stars set to feature at the 2026 World Cup.
Winning a World Cup can define a career. Playing in multiple editions can define a legacy. Over nearly a century of FIFA World Cup history, only a few players have come close to setting the standard for longevity.
Lionel Messi and Argentina know which players they'll face in the 2026 World Cup debut as Algeria reveal 26-man roster.
Argentina made their final squad list official for the 2026 World Cup, featuring Lionel Messi, but several champions from Qatar 2022 were left off the roster: Who are they?
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