‘Dear Leo Messi’: Paraguay defender apologises after beating Argentina in football World Cup 2026 Qualifier; here’s why
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Dear Leo Messi’: Paraguay defender apologises after beating Argentina in football World Cup 2026 Qualifier; here’s why

Live Mint  

In a World Cup qualifying match, Argentina suffered a surprising 2-1 loss to Paraguay at Estadio Defensores del Chaco. During the game, Messi faced repeated tough tackles from Paraguay defender Alderete. “Dear Leo Messi, I want to apologize on behalf of my country for the unfortunate incident in which someone threw a bottle at you. Argentina vs Peru: How to watch For Messi, the loss and the incidents add to a challenging phase for the Argentina national team, who have failed to win their last three matches.

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Argentina hopes Messi will play at 2026 FIFA World Cup even as team wins without him
23 hours, 47 minutes ago

Argentina hopes Messi will play at 2026 FIFA World Cup even as team wins without him

The Hindu  

Argentina is proving it can win without Lionel Messi, just in case he opts not to play in the 2026 World Cup. He will decide it whenever he wants, let’s not drive him crazy with this.” On Tuesday, hours after Argentina qualified for the next World Cup, it went out and handed Brazil its worst-ever loss in World Cup qualifying …

Lionel Messi takes aim at Raphinha after the Brazil star sent x-rated message to Argentina before humbling 4-1 defeat
1 day, 11 hours ago

Lionel Messi takes aim at Raphinha after the Brazil star sent x-rated message to Argentina before humbling 4-1 defeat

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has hit back at Raphinha after watching Argentina thrash Brazil 4-1 on Tuesday night in World Cup qualifying. The rivalry between Argentina and Brazil is one of the fiercest in international football, and Raphinha stoked the flames ahead of kick-off as he sent an x-rated message to his team's South American opponents. Lionel Messi took aim at Raphinha …

Explained: Why Lionel Messi did not feature in Argentina's 4-1 thrashing of Brazil in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
1 day, 20 hours ago

Explained: Why Lionel Messi did not feature in Argentina's 4-1 thrashing of Brazil in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Firstpost  

Defending champions Argentina celebrated qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 4-1 victory over arch-rivals Brazil in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Defending champions Argentina celebrated their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 4-1 thrashing of arch-rivals Brazil in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. A notable absence in Tuesday’s match at Estadio Monumental was star forward Lionel …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina wins at Uruguay without Lionel Messi, moves a step closer to qualification
6 days, 1 hour ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina wins at Uruguay without Lionel Messi, moves a step closer to qualification

The Hindu  

Argentina didn’t miss Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martínez and other key players on Friday and beat Uruguay away 1-0 in convincing fashion in its South American World Cup qualifying match. Earlier, Ecuador defeated Venezuela 2-1 and moved into second place in South American World Cup, edging close to reaching the tournament once again. Brazil has selection problems of its own for …

Messi out of qualifiers due to adductor injury
1 week, 2 days ago

Messi out of qualifiers due to adductor injury

China Daily  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Brazil and Uruguay due to injury, and was not included in Lionel Scaloni's 25-man squad on Monday. AFP BUENOS AIRES — Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said …

World Cup qualifiers: Messi out for Argentina’s matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury
1 week, 2 days ago

World Cup qualifiers: Messi out for Argentina’s matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said Messi — the reigning Major League Soccer MVP — underwent an MRI “to assess the extent of the discomfort in his adductor region,” an injury that the team said occurred in …

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers as Argentina seek to seal place
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1 week, 2 days ago

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers as Argentina seek to seal place

Deccan Chronicle  

Buenos Aires: Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said Messi — the reigning Major League Soccer MVP — underwent an MRI “to assess the extent of the discomfort in his adductor region,” an injury that the team said …

Lionel Messi sheds light on missing FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Brazil and Uruguay: ‘It’s a shame to…’
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1 week, 2 days ago

Lionel Messi sheds light on missing FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Brazil and Uruguay: ‘It’s a shame to…’

Hindustan Times  

Argentina great Lionel Messi shared a message after he was ruled out of the national team squad for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers against South American rivals Uruguay and Brazil. Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's next two games against Uruguay and Brazil. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner posted an Instagram story sharing an update on his unavailability for the FIFA …

Lionel Messi: Why star forward has not been picked in Argentina's squad for matches against Uruguay and Brazil?
1 week, 2 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 …

Injured Messi to miss Argentina’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers
1 week, 3 days ago

Injured Messi to miss Argentina’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Al Jazeera  

The world champions will face Uruguay on March 21 and Brazil on March 25 without their influential captain. Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s qualifying matches for the FIFA World Cup 2026 after suffering a groin strain in Inter Miami’s victory over Atlanta at the weekend, his club has confirmed. Inter Miami said in a statement on Monday that a scan …

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury
1 week, 3 days ago

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said Messi — the reigning Major League Soccer MVP — underwent an MRI “to assess the extent of the discomfort in his adductor region,” an injury that the …

Lionel Messi in fitness race for Argentina vs Brazil, Uruguay World Cup qualifiers? Mascherano drops bombshell update
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1 week, 3 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 …

Lionel Messi ruled out of World Cup qualifiers due to injury, to miss match vs Brazil
1 week, 4 days ago

Lionel Messi ruled out of World Cup qualifiers due to injury, to miss match vs Brazil

India Today  

Legendary Argentina forward Lionel Messi will miss the upcoming South American World Cup qualifying matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to an apparent muscular injury, reported news agency AP on Monday, March 17. Argentine media reported that Messi suffered a sore left thigh on Sunday during Inter Miami’s 2-1 victory over Atlanta United in Major League Soccer. Argentina, which leads …

Lionel Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, says Argentina coach Scaloni
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, says Argentina coach Scaloni

Deccan Chronicle  

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, explained the 37-year-old record eight-times Ballon d'Or winner's desire to remain in the squad. "The first thing to say …

Lionel Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, Argentina coach Scaloni says
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Lionel Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, Argentina coach Scaloni says

The Hindu  

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, explained the 37-year-old record eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s desire to remain in the squad. “The first thing to say …

Messi rips Mexican fans to shreds after homophobic chants: ‘Hostile towards Argentines… World Cup wound is still open’
2 months ago

Messi rips Mexican fans to shreds after homophobic chants: ‘Hostile towards Argentines… World Cup wound is still open’

Hindustan Times  

Featuring in his preseason game for Inter Miami, Lionel Messi faced Mexican side Club America at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Lionel Messi silenced Club America fans, who were using homophobic chants against him. When the former Barcelona player scored in the first-half, a large number of Club America’s fans present in the stadium began singing a song, which …

Lionel Messi angers Mexican ex-footballer, fans after controversial gesture during Inter Miami pre-season game
2 months ago

Lionel Messi angers Mexican ex-footballer, fans after controversial gesture during Inter Miami pre-season game

Firstpost  

After being booed by fans of Mexico City-based Club America at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium, Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi responded by reminding them of Argentina’s 3-0 lead over Mexico in terms of number of World Cups won. Argentina and Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi drew the ire of Mexican fans as well as former players for his controversial gesture during …

‘I saw Messi. I was still so angry…’: Mbappe lifts lid on relationship with Argentina star, claims ‘we broke the ice…’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘I saw Messi. I was still so angry…’: Mbappe lifts lid on relationship with Argentina star, claims ‘we broke the ice…’

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi departed PSG on a disappointing note in the summer of 2023. During the 2022 World Cup, Messi and Argentina came up against Kylian Mbappe’s France in the final in Qatar. During a recent interview on French television, Mbappe was asked about the World Cup final, and how he reacted to Messi’s presence in PSG training after the loss. …

Argentina beats Peru to close in on World Cup spot from South American qualifying
4 months, 1 week ago

Argentina beats Peru to close in on World Cup spot from South American qualifying

Deccan Chronicle  

Rio De Janeiro: Lautaro Martínez's goal gave Argentina a 1-0 win over Peru on Tuesday in a South American World Cup qualifying match in Buenos Aires. The victory nearly secures Lionel Messi's team a spot in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Argentina leads South American qualifying with 25 points from 12 matches. The next …

Lionel Messi achieves unique record as Argentina inch closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification
4 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi achieves unique record as Argentina inch closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi equalled the United States great Landon Donovan's record for most assists in international football as Argentina defeated Peru 1-0 to inch closer to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification on Wednesday. At a full house at La Bombonera, Lautaro Martinez scored from a Messi assist to consolidate Argentina's top position in South American qualifying with 25 points from …

Messi's assist, Martinez's brilliant goal lead Argentina to victory over Peru in final match of 2024 | WATCH VIDEO
4 months, 1 week ago

Messi's assist, Martinez's brilliant goal lead Argentina to victory over Peru in final match of 2024 | WATCH VIDEO

Firstpost  

Lautaro Martinez capitalized on Lionel Messi’s cross to score the only goal of the match as Argentina defeated Peru 1-0 to consolidate their lead at the top of the South America FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Argentina defeated Peru 1-0 in their final match of 2024 Tuesday as Lionel Messi produced an assist and Lautaro Martinez scored the only goal of …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Messi’s Argentina on verge of WC spot; Brazil, Uruguay eye crucial wins
4 months, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Messi’s Argentina on verge of WC spot; Brazil, Uruguay eye crucial wins

The Hindu  

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. FOLLOW BRAZIL vs URUGUAY HERE: Brazil vs Uruguay LIVE SCORE, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier updates But Argentina will be without five injured players after losing to Paraguay 2-1 last Thursday when …

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, …

Lionel Messi receives apology from Paraguay defender after fans throw bottles at Argentina captain
4 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi receives apology from Paraguay defender after fans throw bottles at Argentina captain

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi and Argentina fell to a 1-2 defeat against Paraguay, in Asuncion on Friday. The match was a heated encounter and at half-time, the Argentina captain could be seen confronting Brazilian referee Anderson Daronco for a decision in the first-half. Argentina's Lionel Messi during the match vs Paraguay. Then another incident when Messi attempted to take a corner, but …

Fans throw bottle at Lionel Messi: Paraguay footballer apologises
4 months, 1 week ago

Fans throw bottle at Lionel Messi: Paraguay footballer apologises

India Today  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi faced some intense heat from Paraguay fans in the team's World Cup Qualifiers match. You are a role model for millions here and around the world "This deeply disrespectful act does not represent the affection and admiration weâ€æ pic.twitter.com/21ChWlTRSO — All About Argentina?????? November 15, 2024 Argentina vs Paraguay Paraguay secured a well-deserved 2-1 victory over …

Argentina stunned in FIFA World Cup qualifiers; Brazil held to draw
4 months, 1 week ago

Argentina stunned in FIFA World Cup qualifiers; Brazil held to draw

Deccan Chronicle  

Asuncion: Argentina's Lionel Messi and Brazil's Vinicius Júnior had frustrating nights in South American World Cup qualifying. The 11th round of South American World Cup qualifying will continue on Friday with second-place Colombia visiting Uruguay and the bottom two teams in the standings, Peru and Chile, facing off in Lima. It was Alderete who scored Paraguay's winner with a header …

World Cup qualifiers: Argentina suffer shock defeat vs Paraguay, Brazil draw
4 months, 1 week ago

World Cup qualifiers: Argentina suffer shock defeat vs Paraguay, Brazil draw

India Today  

Argentina's Lionel Messi and Brazil's Vinicius Jºnior endured frustrating nights in South American World Cup qualifying on Thursday, as both teams faced setbacks in crucial matches. Despite Lautaro Mart­nez's early goal in the 11th minute, awarded after a video review, Paraguay quickly leveled through a spectacular bicycle kick from Antonio Sanabria in the 19th minute. Brazil's Vinicius Jºnior also endured …

Messi, Vinicius have frustrating nights as Argentina loses and Brazil draws in World Cup qualifying
4 months, 1 week ago

Messi, Vinicius have frustrating nights as Argentina loses and Brazil draws in World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

ASUNCION, Paraguay — Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Brazil’s Vinicius Júnior had frustrating nights in South American World Cup qualifying. The 11th round of South American World Cup qualifying will continue on Friday with second-place Colombia visiting Uruguay and the bottom two teams in the standings, Peru and Chile, facing off in Lima. It was Alderete who scored Paraguay’s winner with …

Lionel Messi jerseys banned from stadium by Paraguay ahead of Argentina clash; Scaloni feels ban will not work
4 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi jerseys banned from stadium by Paraguay ahead of Argentina clash; Scaloni feels ban will not work

Firstpost  

In a surprising move ahead of Argentina’s clash with Paraguay, authorities have banned fans from wearing Lionel Messi jerseys in the stadium. How big is Lionel Messi’s impact can be gauged from the fact that Paraguay has banned jerseys bearing the Argentina footballer’s name from World Cup qualifiers between the two teams. Ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier …

Frustrating farewell for Luis Suarez as Uruguay held by Paraguay
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Frustrating farewell for Luis Suarez as Uruguay held by Paraguay

The Hindu  

Luis Suarez bade a frustrating farewell to international football on Friday as Uruguay were held to a 0-0 draw by Paraguay in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying. Suarez, 37, announced on Monday he was stepping down from international duty after a glittering 17-year career for Uruguay that saw him finish as the country’s top scorer with 69 goals from …

Argentina triumphs over Chile 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers without Messi, Di María
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Argentina triumphs over Chile 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers without Messi, Di María

New Indian Express  

BUENOS AIRES: Without the injured Lionel Messi and the retired Ángel Di María, Argentina cruised past Chile 3-0 to remain top of the South American 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The top six teams in the South American standings will qualify for the World Cup, which will be played in the United States, Mexico, and Canada in 2026. After winning the …

Argentina minus Messi beats Chile to lead South American World Cup qualifying
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Argentina minus Messi beats Chile to lead South American World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — Without injured Lionel Messi and the retired Ángel Di María, Argentina eased past Chile 3-0 on Thursday to remain on top of the South American 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The top six teams in the South American standings will qualify for the World Cup which will be played in the United States, México and Canada in 2026, …

Lionel Messi To Miss Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Chile & Colombia
7 months ago

Lionel Messi To Miss Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Chile & Colombia

News 18  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia through injury, with Paulo Dybala recalled to coach Lionel Scaloni’s squad on Monday. Messi has not played for club side Inter Miami since suffering an ankle injury in Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Colombia in the Copa America final. Squad Goalkeepers: Emiliano Martinez, Juan Musso, Geronimo Rulli, …

Lionel Messi stunned after Argentina's late goal disallowed in Olympics; Javier Mascherano calls it ‘biggest circus’
8 months ago

Lionel Messi stunned after Argentina's late goal disallowed in Olympics; Javier Mascherano calls it ‘biggest circus’

Hindustan Times  

The opening day of Paris Olympics football tournament witnessed a dramatic match between Argentina and Morocco, where a late goal by the South American giants was disallowed two hours later. Lionel Messi stunned after Argentina's late goal was disallowed in Olympics 2024; Javier Mascherano lashed out. Argentina football team captain Lionel Messi, who is not part of their Olympic squad, …

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on Argentina's chaotic Olympics soccer match against Morocco
8 months ago

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on Argentina's chaotic Olympics soccer match against Morocco

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has broken his silence on Argentina's highly-chaotic Olympic soccer loss to Morocco on Wednesday. However, the match was actually suspended - not finished - with players eventually recalled to complete the game more than an hour later, and Argentina's would-be equalizer chalked off for offsides by VAR. Lionel Messi has branded Argentina's wild Olympic loss to Morocco 'unbelievable' …

Minister FIRED for telling Lionel Messi to apologize for his Argentina teammates' racist chanting after their Copa America victory
8 months, 1 week ago

Minister FIRED for telling Lionel Messi to apologize for his Argentina teammates' racist chanting after their Copa America victory

Daily Mail  

Argentina fired their deputy sports minister for suggesting that Lionel Messi should apologize for his teammates singing a racist and homophobic song aimed at France after their Copa America victory on Sunday. Following a lackluster 1-0 win over Colombia in the 2024 Copa America final, midfielder Enzo Fernandez livestreamed himself and teammates singing the discriminatory song on the team bus. …

Argentina vice president defends Enzo Fernandez in racism row as Fifa weigh in
8 months, 1 week ago

Argentina vice president defends Enzo Fernandez in racism row as Fifa weigh in

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 Fifa is investigating a video circulating on social …

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on grim ankle injury as Argentina teammates are greeted by wild scenes in Buenos Aires following Copa America victory
8 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on grim ankle injury as Argentina teammates are greeted by wild scenes in Buenos Aires following Copa America victory

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has reassured supporters that he is 'fine' after a gruesome ankle injury reduced the Argentina legend to tears during the country's Copa America victory. The 37-year-old was forced off the field midway through the second half of Argentina's 1-0 win over Colombia, when Lionel Scaloni's side secured a record 16th Copa America title. Lionel Messi sobbed on the …

Messi loses fitness battle at Copa America, puts goal of playing 6th World Cup on hold
8 months, 1 week ago

Messi loses fitness battle at Copa America, puts goal of playing 6th World Cup on hold

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi cried uncontrollably after he exited from a Copa America final before fulltime for the first time in his career. Lionel Messi of Argentina puts on his medal after a victory in the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 Final against Colombia Beyond the severe pain in his right ankle on Sunday night in Miami Gardens, the tears on the face …

Images of Lionel Messi's ‘destroyed’ ankle go viral after freak Copa America final injury
8 months, 1 week ago

Images of Lionel Messi's ‘destroyed’ ankle go viral after freak Copa America final injury

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi went from crying tears of pain to tears of joy within minutes as Argentina won the 2024 Copa America by beating Colombia 1-0 in extra-time. Striker Lautaro Martinez scored the decisive goal in the second-half of extra-time and thus helped Argentina lift their second consecutive Copa America and their third consecutive major title, having also won the 2022 …

Argentina fans revel in their Copa America triumph, a brief respite from their country's crises
8 months, 1 week ago

Argentina fans revel in their Copa America triumph, a brief respite from their country's crises

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “This is beautiful, too,” he said of Sunday's crowds …

Lionel Messi's pain turns into jubilation, lets out raw emotions during Argentina's Copa America title celebration
8 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's pain turns into jubilation, lets out raw emotions during Argentina's Copa America title celebration

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi was left inconsolable as he broke down in tears after being forced off injured during the second half of the Copa America 2024 final between reigning world champions Argentina and Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. However, in less than an hour's time, all his tears and pain turned into jubilation as Argentina successfully defended the …

Distraught Lionel Messi weeps after being subbed out of Argentina's Copa America final matchup with Colombia following noncontact leg injury
8 months, 1 week ago

Distraught Lionel Messi weeps after being subbed out of Argentina's Copa America final matchup with Colombia following noncontact leg injury

Daily Mail  

Many wondered if this will be the final game Messi, 37, plays for Argentina A distraught Lionel Messi was seen weeping on Argentina's bench after being subbed off in the 64th minute of Sunday's Copa America final against Colombia in Miami. Messi appeared to suffer a noncontact injury while running full speed on the pitch as defending champ Argentina remained …

Lionel Messi exits Copa America final with apparent leg injury, ankle swollen
8 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi exits Copa America final with apparent leg injury, ankle swollen

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Lionel Messi’s night ended early during the Copa America final when he emotionally exited the field in the 64th minute with an apparent leg injury on Sunday night, and cameras showed him later on the bench with a badly swollen right ankle. The 37-year-old appeared to suffer a noncontact injury while running on the pitch as …

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos
8 months, 1 week ago

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos

Al Jazeera  

Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 in extra time as the play was delayed by more than an hour with fans trying to storm the Hard Rock Stadium. Argentina have lifted their 16th Copa America title, with their biggest star Lionel Messi likely bidding farewell to international football. Argentina’s latest title, their 16th Copa win, comes on the back of their triumphs …

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game
8 months, 1 week ago

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game

New Indian Express  

Sense of unity Where he truly excelled this time was in playing the role of the side's elder statesman and leader. He invited Nicolas Otamendi and Angel Di Maria, a bonafide Argentine great who played his final match on Sunday, to accompany him. Just before Argentina faced Brazil in Brazil in the 2021 final, Messi delivered a speech that has …

Argentina vs Colombia highlights in pictures, Copa America 2024 final: Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez photos, gallery
8 months, 1 week 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 LIVE score, ARG 1-0 COL, streaming info, Copa America 2024 final: When and where to watch Lionel Messi, Preview
8 months, 1 week ago

Argentina vs Colombia LIVE score, ARG 1-0 COL, streaming info, Copa America 2024 final: When and where to watch Lionel Messi, Preview

The Hindu  

LIVE UPDATES PREVIEW Lionel Messi is one win from leading Argentina to a record 16th Copa America title. It’ll happen Sunday night at Hard Rock Stadium, which hosted two group stage matches and will be the site of seven games during the 2026 World Cup. FOLLOW: LIVE updates from Copa America final between Argentina vs Colombia Ahead of the match, …

Argentina overcomes Lionel Messi injury to repeat as Copa América champions
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina overcomes Lionel Messi injury to repeat as Copa América champions

LA Times  

Lionel Messi hoists the Copa América championship trophy while celebrating with teammates following a 1-0 victory over Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., on Sunday. Argentina won its second straight Copa América championship, overcoming Lionel Messi’s second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 Sunday night on Lautaro Martínez’s 112th-minute goal. In a match that started 1 hour, …

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