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.
France forward Kylian Mbappe dismissed the opinions that Cristiano Ronaldo is only effort and Lionel Messi is only talent.
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.
Angel Di Maria was asked to weigh in on the eternal debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, delivering a firm statement on why the Argentine star stands superior to his Portuguese counterpart.
With Lionel Messi at Inter Miami and a growing wave of MLS talent across 17 national teams, the 2026 FIFA World Cup could reveal a surprising depth of league influence that goes far beyond the biggest star names on the list.
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.
Regardless of how the chips fall at the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi will reportedly have a golden opportunity to lift silverware at the brand-new Nou Camp Nou as he leads Inter Miami into a high-profile international showcase.
Lionel Messi is reportedly following a specialized recovery plan as Argentina prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener against Algeria.
Following weeks of intense speculation, Inter Miami have reportedly kept Guillermo Hoyos as their next manager. The definitive appointment officially puts to rest the swirling rumors of a blockbuster South Florida reunion between Lionel Messi and Pep Guardiola.
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.
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 Kylian Mbappe aren't just hunting for another coveted World Cup trophy to add to their respective cabinets; both superstars are also within striking distance of shattering Miroslav Klose’s legendary all-time tournament goal record.
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