Messi In Argentina Squad For Friendly Versus Swiss
13 years, 1 month ago

Messi In Argentina Squad For Friendly Versus Swiss

India TV News  

Buenos Aires, Feb 16: Barcelona star Lionel Messi will headline Argentina's squad in an international friendly at Switzerland on Feb. 29. Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella announced the squad Wednesday, the same day FIFA's rankings came out showing his national team had fallen out of the top 10 for the first time since 2004. Apart from Messi, the squad features most of Argentina's top players. They include Barcelona midfielder Javier Mascherano, Real Madrid forwards Angel Di Maria and Gonzalo Higuain, and Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Martinez ruled out of Argentina squad due to injury
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1 week, 2 days ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Martinez ruled out of Argentina squad due to injury

The Hindu  

Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez will miss the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to a hamstring injury, the Argentine FA said on Wednesday. Inter Milan’s Martinez remained on the bench for the second leg of its Champions League round of 16 win over Feyenoord last week with muscle discomfort. Martinez joins Argentina’s growing list of absentees, including …

Lionel Messi: Why star forward has not been picked in Argentina's squad for matches against Uruguay and Brazil?
1 week, 4 days ago

Lionel Messi: Why star forward has not been picked in Argentina's squad for matches against Uruguay and Brazil?

Firstpost  

Argentina football team will be without the services of the legendary Lionel Messi when they take on Uruguay and Brazil in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Lionel Messi’s struggle with fitness continues as the Argentine superstar footballer Monday has been left out of the national squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil. The Argentina …

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Messi not included in Scaloni’s 26-member Argentina squad for Uruguay and Brazil
1 week, 4 days ago

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Messi not included in Scaloni’s 26-member Argentina squad for Uruguay and Brazil

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has announced a 26-man squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil, with captain Lionel Messi missing out due to a low-grade injury in the adductor muscle. #SelecciónMayor Nómina de convocados por Lionel Scaloni para la doble fecha de #Eliminatorias. 😁 pic.twitter.com/APD62lyHag — 🇦🇷 Selección Argentina ⭐⭐⭐ March 17, 2025 Some of the …

Lionel Messi in fitness race for Argentina vs Brazil, Uruguay World Cup qualifiers? Mascherano drops bombshell update
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1 week, 4 days ago

Lionel Messi in fitness race for Argentina vs Brazil, Uruguay World Cup qualifiers? Mascherano drops bombshell update

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi, who is already 37-years-old, has been appearing in plenty of matches for Inter Miami lately. He was most recently in action during Inter Miami’s 2-1 win vs Atlanta United, where he also scored a goal in the first-half. After a hectic start to the 2025 season, with three games in seven days, Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano …

Italy squad for Nations League quarterfinal: Youngsters Ruggeri, Casadei get first call up; Dimarco misses out due to injury
2 weeks ago

Italy squad for Nations League quarterfinal: Youngsters Ruggeri, Casadei get first call up; Dimarco misses out due to injury

The Hindu  

Italy coach Luciano Spalletti has picked two new faces in his squad announced on Friday for the upcoming Nations League quarterfinal with Germany. Atalanta defender Matteo Ruggeri, one of the stars of his team’s Europa League triumph last season, and Torino youngster Cesare Casadei are among the 25 players jostling for a place in Italy’s two matches with the Germans …

Messi leads renewed Argentina against Uruguay, Brazil in World Cup qualifiers
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Messi leads renewed Argentina against Uruguay, Brazil in World Cup qualifiers

Deccan Chronicle  

Buenos Aires: Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has selected a preliminary list of 33 players led by Lionel Messi for South American qualifying matches against Uruguay and Brazil. One of the bright young talents in a revamped squad is striker Claudio Echeverri, who has just joined Manchester City after having played in the South American Under-20 championships. Squad: Goalkeepers: Emiliano Martínez, …

Messi’s Argentina could reach the verge of World Cup spot by beating visitor Peru
4 months, 1 week ago

Messi’s Argentina could reach the verge of World Cup spot by beating visitor Peru

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Lionel Messi’s Argentina will be on the verge of confirming a 2026 World Cup spot if it beats Peru in Buenos Aires in South American qualifying on Tuesday. Dorival Júnior, in charge of Brazil since January and still struggling to convince fans he’s the right choice, could move to second place with a win. Marcelo Bielsa, …

Injured Messi out of Argentina's squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia
7 months, 1 week ago

Injured Messi out of Argentina's squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi will not play in Argentina's next two World Cup qualifiers because of injury. Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi leaves the pitch after picking up an injury Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni announced his 28-man squad on Monday for the matches against Chile on Sept. 5 and Colombia five days later. World Cup champion Argentina leads South American qualifying with …

Injured Messi out of Argentina’s squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia
7 months, 1 week ago

Injured Messi out of Argentina’s squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi will not play in Argentina’s next two World Cup qualifiers because of injury. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni announced his 28-man squad on Monday for the matches against Chile on Sept. 5 and Colombia five days later. World Cup champion Argentina leads South American qualifying with 15 points after six matches. Defenders: Gonzalo Montiel, Nahuel …

Argentina vs Colombia highlights in pictures, Copa America 2024 final: Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez photos, gallery
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina vs Colombia highlights in pictures, Copa America 2024 final: Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez photos, gallery

The Hindu  

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 14: Angel Di Maria of Argentina celebrates with the trophy after the team's victory in the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 Final match between Argentina and Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium on July 14, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Maddie Meyer/Getty Images/AFP MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 14: Alejandro Garnacho of Argentina and Valentin Carboni of …

Argentina vs Colombia, Copa America 2024 final: Predicted lineups; Formations; Team news ahead of ARG v COL
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina vs Colombia, Copa America 2024 final: Predicted lineups; Formations; Team news ahead of ARG v COL

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is one win from leading Argentina to a record 16th Copa America title. FOLLOW: LIVE updates from Copa America final between Argentina vs Colombia Rodrigo De Paul and Enzo Fernandez will start in the centre of midfield, with Angel Di Maria and Alexis Mac Allister operating from the flanks. Daniel Munoz would have been the automatic choice at …

Copa America: Messi in doubt for Argentina-Ecuador quarterfinal
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America: Messi in doubt for Argentina-Ecuador quarterfinal

China Daily  

Argentina's Lionel Messi during training with Argentina's Rodrigo De Paul at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston, Texas, United States on July 3, 2024. HOUSTON - Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said Wednesday he will wait until the last possible moment to decide whether Lionel Messi will play in the team's Copa America quarterfinal against Ecuador. Messi suffered an adductor injury in …

No Messi in Argentina squad for Paris Olympics 2024
8 months, 3 weeks ago

No Messi in Argentina squad for Paris Olympics 2024

Deccan Chronicle  

Buenos Aires: Lionel Messi won't be in Argentina’s squad at the Olympics starting later this month in Paris. Coach Javier Mascherano included four World Cup winners in the squad he announced Tuesday, including striker Julián Álvarez and defender Nicolás Otamendi. Mascherano, who won the Olympic gold medal as a player in 2004 and '08, will add goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli, Otamendi …

Lionel Messi out of Argentina’s Olympic squad; Coach Mascherano includes THESE 4 World Cup winners
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi out of Argentina’s Olympic squad; Coach Mascherano includes THESE 4 World Cup winners

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi won't be in Argentina’s squad at the Olympics starting later this month in Paris. Coach Javier Mascherano included four World Cup winners in the squad he announced Tuesday, including striker Julián Álvarez and defender Nicolás Otamendi. The Olympic men’s soccer tournament is for under-23 teams, but three older players are allowed on each squad. Mascherano, who won the …

Lionel Messi plays for Argentina for the first time in six months - helping them to a 1-0 win over Ecuador in a Copa America warmup game
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi plays for Argentina for the first time in six months - helping them to a 1-0 win over Ecuador in a Copa America warmup game

Daily Mail  

Angel Di Maria scored as Lionel Messi returned to the international stage for the first time in six months, helping Argentina to a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in a Copa America warmup match on Sunday night. A right hamstring injury kept the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and Inter Miami star from participating in Argentina's previous two Copa America warmup matches …

Italy calls up three new players for friendlies against Venezuela and Ecuador
1 year ago

Italy calls up three new players for friendlies against Venezuela and Ecuador

The Hindu  

Torino right back Raoul Bellanova, Hellas Verona midfielder Michael Folorunsho and Udinese forward Lorenzo Lucca were called up to Italy’s squad for the first time on Friday. With key winger Domenico Berardi out long term after tearing the right Achilles tendon two weeks ago, coach Luciano Spalletti will likely rely on Federico Chiesa, Giacomo Raspadori and Mateo Retegui in attack. …

Messi’s Argentina picks 4 teenagers for friendlies in US
1 year ago

Messi’s Argentina picks 4 teenagers for friendlies in US

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentina will feature four players aged under 20 in two friendlies in the United States in March with the Copa America and Paris Olympics in mind. The other three teenagers in the world champion squad were forwards; Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho, Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte and Monza’s Valentín Carboni. That means Lionel Messi will miss Inter Miami’s …

Lionel Messi remains a doubtful starter for Argentina; Neymar under fire in Brazil
1 year, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi remains a doubtful starter for Argentina; Neymar under fire in Brazil

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi’s involvement in a 1-0 win over Paraguay last week doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll be fit for Argentina’s next game in World Cup qualifying against Peru. World Cup winner Argentina leads continental qualifying with 9 points, followed by Brazil, Colombia, Uruguay, Chile and Venezuela, Ecuador, Paraguay and Peru, and Bolivia. Nicolas Otamendi of Argentina celebrates after scoring the team’s …

Messi might not play FIFA World Cup qualifier vs Paraguay due to muscle injury: coach Scaloni
1 year, 5 months ago

Messi might not play FIFA World Cup qualifier vs Paraguay due to muscle injury: coach Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is still a doubt for the World Cup qualifier against Paraguay, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Wednesday. Messi was included in the world champion’ squad despite being sidelined by the muscle problem he sustained a month ago which has kept him out of action for his U.S. side Inter Miami. “For him, one more training session …

VIDEO: Messi trains with Argentina ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Paraguay
1 year, 5 months ago

VIDEO: Messi trains with Argentina ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Paraguay

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is back with the Argentina squad as they gear up for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers clash against Paraguay on Friday. Lionel Scaloni decided to name Messi in the squad for Friday’s fixture as well as the CONMEBOL qualifiers against Peru later, despite a muscle injury that has kept the Argentina captain sidelined for over a month. Messi …

Lionel Messi 'Uncertain' For Argentina For World Cup Qualifier Against Bolivia
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi 'Uncertain' For Argentina For World Cup Qualifier Against Bolivia

News 18  

Lionel Messi will travel with the Argentina squad to Bolivia for its South American World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, but his presence on the field remains uncertain. @gastonedul pic.twitter.com/IjR7NrE8ou— All About Argentina September 10, 2023 The world champions started their qualifying campaign with a 1-0 victory against Ecuador, thanks to Messi’s goal. READ: Lionel Messi’s Winner Gets Argentina Underway In …

Lionel Messi among 3 MLS players on Argentina roster for September World Cup qualifiers
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi among 3 MLS players on Argentina roster for September World Cup qualifiers

New York Times  

Lionel Messi is among three MLS players called into Argentina camp for the men’s national team’s September World Cup qualifiers, the federation announced Thursday. Here’s what you need to know: The Inter Miami superstar is joined by FC Dallas winger Alan Velasco and Atlanta United midfielder Thiago Almada on coach Lionel Scaloni’s roster. #SelecciónMayor 📋Lista de convocados por el entrenador …

Messi included in 35-member Argentina squad for friendlies; Garnacho gets maiden call-up
2 years ago

Messi included in 35-member Argentina squad for friendlies; Garnacho gets maiden call-up

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi was named in the 35-member Argentina squad announced on Friday for the two friendlies against Panama and Curacao in March. Manchester United’s breakout star Alejandro Garnacho was also a part of the team which included Angel Di Maria, Paulo Dybala and Julian Alvarez among others. #SelecciónMayor Lista de convocados para los dos amistosos ante Panamá y Curazao 📋🇦🇷 …

Messi and Argentina to play first home friendlies after World Cup triumph
2 years ago

Messi and Argentina to play first home friendlies after World Cup triumph

The Hindu  

Argentina will play its first matches since lifting the World Cup in December with friendlies later this month against Panama and Curacao, the country’s football federation said on Thursday. “Lionel Scaloni’s team will play on March 23 at the Monumental stadium and on March 28 at the Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero,” the Argentine FA said on Twitter. …

France at full strength for World Cup final as Giroud starts; Angel Di Maria in Argentina XI
2 years, 3 months ago

France at full strength for World Cup final as Giroud starts; Angel Di Maria in Argentina XI

Daily Mail  

The France squad has been dealing with a virus outbreak ahead of the game France are at full strength for the World Cup final against Argentina, with Olivier Giroud and Raphael Varane both in the side. Olivier Giroud and Raphael Varane have both been named in the France side for the World Cup final clash against Argentina There was talk …

Argentina make two changes for World Cup semi-final with Croatia
2 years, 3 months ago

Argentina make two changes for World Cup semi-final with Croatia

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Argentina have made two changes and switched back …

Argentina XI vs Saudi Arabia CONFIRMED as Leo Messi starts
2 years, 4 months ago

Argentina XI vs Saudi Arabia CONFIRMED as Leo Messi starts

Daily Mail  

Argentina's first starting XI of the Qatar World Cup has been revealed with Lionel Messi involved from the off against Saudi Arabia. Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina's starting XI for their World Cup clash against Saudi Arabia Manchester United centre-back Lisandro Martinez has been left out of the XI, however The big surprise is that Lisandro Martinez is …

Argentina have 'assured Lionel Messi will play in their World Cup opener' despite injury worries
2 years, 4 months ago

Argentina have 'assured Lionel Messi will play in their World Cup opener' despite injury worries

Daily Mail  

Concerns have started to arise over Lionel Messi's fitness after the Argentina forward did not train with his teammates just four days before La Seleccion kick off their World Cup campaign. Lionel Messi trained alone on Friday four days away from Argentina's first World Cup match Messi arrived 10 minutes late to the field but Argentina say he will be …

FIFA World Cup, Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland, team guide, preview
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup, Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland, team guide, preview

The Hindu  

With Lionel Messi hinting that this could very well be his last World Cup, Argentinian fans across the globe will be pinning their hopes on the Albiceleste to set the perfect farewell for the seven­time Ballon d’Or award winner. Argentina at the World Cup World Cup appearances: 18, World Cup matches: 81, World Cup goals: 137 Road to World Cup …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Squads: Full List of squads for FIFA World Cup including Lionel Messi's Argentina
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Squads: Full List of squads for FIFA World Cup including Lionel Messi's Argentina

India TV News  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 is all geared up as 32 countries across the globe gather to earn the right to be called the champions of the world. Mexico TBC Poland Goalkeepers: Bartlomiej Dragowski, Lukasz Skorupski, Wojciech Szczesny Defenders: Jan Bednarek, Bartosz Bereszynski, Matty Cash, Kamil Glik, Robert Gumny, Artur Jedrzejczyk, Jakub Kiwior, Mateusz Wieteska, Nicola Zalewski Midfielders: Krystian Bielik, …

Argentina at FIFA World Cup 2022: Squad analysis, starting XI, formation
2 years, 4 months ago

Argentina at FIFA World Cup 2022: Squad analysis, starting XI, formation

The Hindu  

Copa America champion Argentina has named its 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. In the squad picked by Lionel Scaloni, the most glaring miss is Giovani Lo Celso, who will be out of the World Cup due to a leg muscle tear he suffered while playing for Villarreal. Obviously, having one of the best players in the …

FIFA World Cup: Injured Paulo Dybala named in Lionel Messi-led Argentina squad
2 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup: Injured Paulo Dybala named in Lionel Messi-led Argentina squad

India Today  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named injured forward Paulo Dybala in Lionel Messi-led 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup, beginning November 20 in Qatar. AS Roma's Dybala, who has not been in action since early October, made the cut in Argentina's World Cup squad and will hope to regain his fitness before the commencement of the tournament. The 35-year-old Messi …

Lionel Messi Leads Star-studded Argentina's FIFA World Cup Squad
2 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi Leads Star-studded Argentina's FIFA World Cup Squad

News 18  

Injured forward Paulo Dybala made the cut as Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named on Friday his 26-man squad for the Nov. 20-Dec. 18 World Cup in Qatar. Captain Lionel Messi will lead the squad in Qatar at his fifth and probably last World Cup. Last month, Roma forward Dybala injured his thigh and Juventus winger Di Maria pulled his hamstring, …

Argentina squad for FIFA World Cup 2022: Messi leads 26-member team; Dybala included
2 years, 4 months ago

Argentina squad for FIFA World Cup 2022: Messi leads 26-member team; Dybala included

The Hindu  

Injured forward Paulo Dybala made the cut as Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named on Friday his 26-man squad for the November 20-December 18 World Cup in Qatar, where Lionel Messi will lead the side. 🤜🏼🤛🏼😁#TodosJuntos 🇦🇷 pic.twitter.com/qUeY2uygVv — Selección Argentina 🇦🇷 November 11, 2022 Dybala has not played for his club AS Roma since early October but has been named …

Brazil World Cup 2022 squad: Roberto Firmino misses out but Gabriel Martinelli included for Qatar
2 years, 4 months ago

Brazil World Cup 2022 squad: Roberto Firmino misses out but Gabriel Martinelli included for Qatar

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Arsenal forwards Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus have …

Brazil confirm 2022 World Cup squad: Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino out, Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli in
2 years, 4 months ago

Brazil confirm 2022 World Cup squad: Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino out, Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli in

New York Times  

Cameroon became the first African nation to defeat Brazil 1-0 in third final Group G match. Brazil’s 26-man squad for the 2022 World Cup has been confirmed, with Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino out but Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli making the cut. Martinelli, who has scored five goals to help Mikel Arteta’s side top the Premier League, is included in Tite’s selection alongside …

Argentina Call Up Lionel Messi, Angel Di Maria for Pre-World Cup Friendlies
2 years, 6 months ago

Argentina Call Up Lionel Messi, Angel Di Maria for Pre-World Cup Friendlies

News 18  

Star forwards Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria were called up by Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni on Thursday for two friendlies later this month as the Copa America holders prepare for the World Cup in Qatar. Roma’s Paulo Dybala, Julian Alvarez of Manchester City and Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez have also been called up to the 28-player squad. The …

Dybala in, Paredes out for Argentina friendly against Italy
2 years, 10 months ago

Dybala in, Paredes out for Argentina friendly against Italy

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Striker Paulo Dybala was in the Argentina squad for the friendly against Italy on June 1 at Wembley Stadium. The Copa America champion faces the European champion in a match that is expected to help Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni make up his mind on who to take to the World Cup in Qatar. Defenders: Gonzalo Montiel, …

Argentina vs Brazil WC Qualilfiers: Messi to play against Brazil, says coach Scaloni
3 years, 4 months ago

Argentina vs Brazil WC Qualilfiers: Messi to play against Brazil, says coach Scaloni

India TV News  

Lionel Messi will play for Argentina when his team faces Brazil in a World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said Monday that Messi, who has been bothered by a knee injury, will play in San Juan in a match that could earn the team a spot in next year's World Cup. We hope he finds himself …

FIFA WC qualifiers: Argentina concerned over Messi; Brazil bid for direct spot
3 years, 4 months ago

FIFA WC qualifiers: Argentina concerned over Messi; Brazil bid for direct spot

India TV News  

For front-running Brazil, the main aim this week is beating Colombia and securing an automatic spot at next year's World Cup in Qatar with plenty of time to spare in South American qualifying. A Brazil victory at the NeoQuimica Arena in Sao Paulo on Thursday will put coach Tite's team 18 points ahead of fourth-place Colombia, which will have only …

Brazil bids for direct spot; Argentina concerned over Messi
3 years, 4 months ago

Brazil bids for direct spot; Argentina concerned over Messi

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — For front-running Brazil, the main aim this week is beating Colombia and securing an automatic spot at next year’s World Cup in Qatar with plenty of time to spare in South American qualifying. A Brazil victory at the NeoQuimica Arena in Sao Paulo on Thursday will put coach Tite’s team 18 points ahead of fourth-place Colombia, which …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Carvajal becomes first Real Madrid player in Spain squad since March
3 years, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Carvajal becomes first Real Madrid player in Spain squad since March

The Hindu  

Spain coach Luis Enrique recalled Dani Carvajal to his squad on Friday for the remaining World Cup qualifiers against Greece and Sweden, the first Real Madrid player he has selected since March. Right-back Carvajal missed the majority of last season due to a series of injuries, making only 15 appearances in all competitions, and also sat out Spain's European Championship …

Lionel Messi headlines Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers
3 years, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi headlines Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers

Firstpost  

Argentina, with 18 points, are second in the standings behind Brazil, who have amassed 24 points in eight matches. Lionel Messi headlines the Argentina squad for three South American World Cup qualifiers in October announced on Monday. Three Premier League players - Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez and Tottenham pair Giovani Lo Celso and Cristian Romero - are in the …

Copa America 2021: Messi vs Neymar as Argentina and Brazil collide in battle for continental supremacy
3 years, 8 months ago

Copa America 2021: Messi vs Neymar as Argentina and Brazil collide in battle for continental supremacy

Firstpost  

Former Barcelona teammates Lionel Messi and Neymar will line up opposite each other in Saturday’s Copa America final looking to end a hoodoo that has also affected some of their countries’ greatest players. “We’re going to play a final against our eternal rivals, the lifelong ones, the two most powerful national teams in South America and we hope … it …

Copa America: Argentina Counting on Lionel Messi
3 years, 9 months ago

Copa America: Argentina Counting on Lionel Messi

News 18  

Argentina is looking to Lionel Messi to help it secure a spot in the Copa America knockout stages with a win against Paraguay on Monday. Argentina tops Group A with Chile and will hope for an inspired Messi at the Man Garrincha stadium in Brasilia as the 33-year-old soccer great seeks his first Copa America trophy with Argentina. Argentina coach …

Argentina and Uruguay riddled with doubts for Copa clash
3 years, 9 months ago

Argentina and Uruguay riddled with doubts for Copa clash

The Hindu  

Argentina and Uruguay go into Friday's Copa America encounter with neither team having won in three games since November. The winner could ultimately go on to top the group and avoid an early knockout-stage meeting with defending champion Brazil, which is in Group B. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has received criticism since his team's opening 1-1 draw against Chile on …

Copa America 2021: Messi and Suarez face off in epic Argentina vs Uruguay clash
3 years, 9 months ago

Copa America 2021: Messi and Suarez face off in epic Argentina vs Uruguay clash

India TV News  

Copa America 2021: Messi and Suarez face off in epic Argentina vs Uruguay clash Argentina and Uruguay go into Friday's Copa America encounter with neither team having won in three games since November. Argentina and Uruguay go into Friday's Copa America encounter with neither team having won in three games since November. The winner could ultimately go on to top …

Messi, Di Maria and Aguero in Argentina's Copa America squad
3 years, 9 months ago

Messi, Di Maria and Aguero in Argentina's Copa America squad

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero and Angel Di Maria are headlining the Argentina squad that will head to Brazil for the Copa America, seeking their national team's first major title since 1993. Defender Juan Foyth and striker Lucas Ocampos are the most notable absentees from the 28-player squad, despite featuring regularly since Lionel Scaloni became head coach in 2018. Scaloni's squad …

Messi, Di Maria and Aguero in Argentina's Copa America squad
3 years, 9 months ago

Messi, Di Maria and Aguero in Argentina's Copa America squad

India TV News  

Messi, Di Maria and Aguero in Argentina's Copa America squad Defender Juan Foyth and striker Lucas Ocampos are the most notable absentees from the 28-player squad, despite featuring regularly since Lionel Scaloni became head coach in 2018. Lionel Messi, Sergio Agüero and Ángel Di María are headlining the Argentina squad that will head to Brazil for the Copa America, seeking …

Lionel Messi back in Barcelona squad for Copa del Rey match - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi back in Barcelona squad for Copa del Rey match - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is back in the Barcelona squad that will face second-division club Rayo Vallecano in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday. Messi has not played in the Copa del Rey this season but coach Ronald Koeman is expected to use him in the round-of-16 game after missing two matches because of a suspension. He did not play against Cornella …

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