Same destination, different approaches for Brazil, Argentina
3 years, 1 month ago

Same destination, different approaches for Brazil, Argentina

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil and Argentina have already secured their direct spots at next year’s World Cup, but are approaching Qatar very differently. The Argentines are hoping players like Rodrigo de Paul, Leandro Paredes and Giovani Lo Celso will bring the support 34-year-old Messi needs to lead them to a World Cup title. In September, Tite said the World Cup qualifying campaign “allows us to give more openings.” “In 2018, we couldn’t do it because we needed to get stronger and qualify. Since then, Argentina ended its 28-year title drought against its South American rival at the Maracana and has advanced through World Cup qualifying comfortably.

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Argentina top FIFA men's football rankings for second straight year
5 days, 13 hours ago

Argentina top FIFA men's football rankings for second straight year

India Today  

Reigning world champions Argentina have maintained their position atop the FIFA men’s football rankings for the second consecutive year, solidifying their dominance in the sport. The rankings, published on Thursday, showed no changes amongst the top 10 teams, with Lionel Scaloni’s squad leading the way as the curtain falls on 2024. France, runners-up at the World Cup, retained the second …

Gerson stunner gives Brazil 1-1 draw with Uruguay in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier
1 month ago

Gerson stunner gives Brazil 1-1 draw with Uruguay in FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier

The Hindu  

Brazil drew 1-1 with Uruguay in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday after Gerson’s brilliant strike cancelled out Federico Valverde’s opener for the visitors. Five-time World Cup winner Brazil is fifth in the CONMEBOL standings on 18 points, one point behind Colombia and Ecuador, after picking up its second straight draw. AS IT HAPPENED: Brazil vs …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Superb Martinez strike gives Argentina 1-0 win over Peru
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Superb Martinez strike gives Argentina 1-0 win over Peru

The Hindu  

A second-half strike from Lautaro Martinez gave Argentina a 1-0 home win over Peru in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday, with the striker’s goal moving him into a tie with Diego Maradona as the country’s fifth all-time scorer. Martinez notched his 32nd international goal 10 minutes after the break, capitalising on a fine cross from …

FIFA World Cup 2026, CONMEBOL Qualifiers: Wasteful Colombia falls to 10-man Ecuador, Paraguay draws at Bolivia
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026, CONMEBOL Qualifiers: Wasteful Colombia falls to 10-man Ecuador, Paraguay draws at Bolivia

The Hindu  

Colombia lost 1-0 at home to 10-man Ecuador in South America’s qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday while Julio Enciso’s late equaliser salvaged a 2-2 draw for Paraguay at Bolivia. READ | Japan on brink of World Cup qualification, Indonesia stuns Saudi Arabia In the day’s other qualifiers, Argentina faces Peru, Chile takes on Venezuela and Brazil is …

Argentina beat Peru as Uruguay hold Brazil
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1 month ago

Argentina beat Peru as Uruguay hold Brazil

New Indian Express  

MONTEVIDEO: A magnificent volley from Lautaro Martinez was enough to give world champions Argentina a 1-0 win over Peru while Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw at home to Uruguay in South American World Cup qualifying on Tuesday. Argentina's eighth win from 12 games leaves them on 25 points at the top of the table, five points ahead of …

Brazil draw 1-1 vs Uruguay, Argentina beat Peru to close in on World Cup spot
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1 month ago

Brazil draw 1-1 vs Uruguay, Argentina beat Peru to close in on World Cup spot

India Today  

Brazil and Uruguay battled to a 1-1 draw, while Argentina edged Peru 1-0 to strengthen their hold on the top of the standings in South American qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brazil, the five-time World Cup champions, now sit fifth in the CONMEBOL standings with 18 points, trailing Colombia and Ecuador by a single point. ARGENTINA BEAT PERU …

Argentina close on World Cup as Messi helps Martinez level up with Maradona
1 month ago

Argentina close on World Cup as Messi helps Martinez level up with Maradona

Al Jazeera  

A second-half strike from Lautaro Martinez gave Argentina a 1-0 home win over Peru in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday night, with the striker’s goal moving him level with Diego Maradona as the country’s fifth all-time scorer. The 27-year-old Inter Milan forward notched his 32nd international goal 10 minutes after the break, capitalising on a …

Brazil vs Uruguay LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier?
1 month ago

Brazil vs Uruguay LIVE Streaming info: When, where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier?

The Hindu  

Five-time World champion Brazil will look to return to winning ways when it plays arch-rival Uruguay in their FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier at the Arena Fonte Nova in Brazil on Tuesday. FOLLOW BRAZIL vs URUGUAY HERE: Brazil vs Uruguay LIVE SCORE, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier updates Dorival Junior’s boys were held to a 1-1 draw in their previous …

Argentina vs Peru LIVE streaming info, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Where to watch ARG v PER; Predicted lineups; Preview
1 month ago

Argentina vs Peru LIVE streaming info, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Where to watch ARG v PER; Predicted lineups; Preview

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Argentina will host Peru in its final FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier game of the year at the La Bombonera Stadium in Buenos Aires on Wednesday. FOLLOW THE MATCH LIVE | ARGENTINA VS PERU LIVE SCORE, FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFIERS The 2022 World Cup winner is currently first in the CONMEBOL qualifiers standings with 22 points from 11 …

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

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Ugarte strikes late to hand Uruguay thrilling 3-2 win over Colombia
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Ugarte strikes late to hand Uruguay thrilling 3-2 win over Colombia

The Hindu  

Manuel Ugarte scored a last-gasp winner to give Uruguay a dramatic 3-2 home victory over Colombia at the Centenario Stadium in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Friday. The Manchester United midfielder grabbed the winner from close range 11 minutes into stoppage time to settle a thrilling contest and end Uruguay’s four-game winless streak in their campaign to qualify …

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Frustrated Argentina suffers shock 2-1 defeat at Paraguay
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Frustrated Argentina suffers shock 2-1 defeat at Paraguay

The Hindu  

A stunning bicycle kick from Antonio Sanabria and a second-half header from Omar Alderete gave Paraguay a well earned 2-1 home win over Argentina in the South American World Cup qualifiers on Thursday. Argentina took the lead 11 minutes into the game when Enzo Fernandez’s deep pass found Lautaro Martinez, whose thunderous shot was initially ruled out for offside, but …

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

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Venezuela holds Brazil to draw as Vinicius Jr fails to convert penalty
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Venezuela holds Brazil to draw as Vinicius Jr fails to convert penalty

The Hindu  

Brazil was held to a 1-1 draw at Venezuela, with Vinicius Junior missing a penalty in their CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier on Thursday. The result leaves the five-time World Cup winner in third place on 17 points -- the top six South American teams qualify automatically for the 2026 World Cup. Vinicius Junior, fresh from a hat-trick for Real Madrid …

Paraguay vs Argentina Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Messi and co. stumble 1-2 to PAR; Alderete, Sanabria score
1 month, 1 week ago

Paraguay vs Argentina Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Messi and co. stumble 1-2 to PAR; Alderete, Sanabria score

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Argentina and will have one of its leading star available again as South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup resumes with the last two rounds of games this year. The Defending World Cup champion will once again count on goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who was suspended for two international matches in October. Ecuador and Paraguay, with 13 points, complete …

Paraguay vs Argentina LIVE streaming info, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: When, where to watch PAR v ARG; Head-to-head record; Predicted XI
1 month, 1 week ago

Paraguay vs Argentina LIVE streaming info, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: When, where to watch PAR v ARG; Head-to-head record; Predicted XI

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Argentina and will have one of its leading star available again as South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup resumes with the last two rounds of games this year. The Defending World Cup champion will once again count on goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who was suspended for two international matches in October. RELATED | Follow the PAR vs ARG …

Venezuela vs Brazil LIVE streaming info: When and where to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 CONMEBOL qualifiers?
1 month, 1 week ago

Venezuela vs Brazil LIVE streaming info: When and where to watch FIFA World Cup 2026 CONMEBOL qualifiers?

The Hindu  

Brazil will clash against Venezuela in a FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifying match at the Monumental Stadium of Maturin on Thursday. FOLLOW LIVE UPDATES FROM VENEZUELA VS BRAZIL FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 QUALIFIER Fans will pay close attention to the winger’s performances against tough defenses at Venezuela and later against Uruguay, as he tries to reproduce for Brazil the same …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Vinicius Junior, Martinez return as Brazil and Argentina aim for WC spots
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Vinicius Junior, Martinez return as Brazil and Argentina aim for WC spots

The Hindu  

Argentina and Brazil will have two of their leading stars available again as South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup resumes with the last two rounds of games this year. Defending World Cup champion Argentina will once again count on goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who was suspended for two international matches in October. READ | When are Argentina and Brazil …

Vinícius back for Brazil and Martínez for Argentina in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying
1 month, 1 week ago

Vinícius back for Brazil and Martínez for Argentina in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — Argentina and Brazil will have two of their leading stars available again as South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup resumes with the last two rounds of games this year. Defending World Cup champion Argentina will once again count on goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who was suspended for two international matches in October. Captain Lionel Messi will …

Argentina and Brazil suffer jolts in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers
3 months, 1 week ago

Argentina and Brazil suffer jolts in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

World champion Argentina suffered its second defeat in CONMEBOL qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup with a James Rodriguez penalty condemning it to a 1-2 loss to Colombia on Tuesday while a lacklustre Brazil went down to Paraguay 0-1 in Asuncion. With Rodriguez prompting in midfield and Luis Diaz a threat with his pace down the flanks, Colombia was well …

Colombia edges Argentina 2-1, Brazil loses to Paraguay in South American World Cup qualifying
3 months, 1 week ago

Colombia edges Argentina 2-1, Brazil loses to Paraguay in South American World Cup qualifying

New Indian Express  

BARRANQUILLA: Two South American soccer powerhouses lost in World Cup qualifying Tuesday in the absence of their biggest stars, with Lionel Messi missing Argentina's 2-1 loss to Colombia and Neymar still on the sidelines for Brazil's upset defeat in Paraguay. James Rodríguez scored from the penalty spot and had an assist to help Colombia edge defending champion Argentina 2-1 in …

Rodrygo scores and Brazil beats Ecuador 1-0 in South American World Cup qualifying
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rodrygo scores and Brazil beats Ecuador 1-0 in South American World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

CURITIBA, Brazil — Real Madrid star Rodrygo scored a goal in the first half and Brazil defeated Ecuador 1-0 on Friday end a three-match losing streak in South American qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Five-time world champion Brazil lost consecutive matches to Uruguay, Colombia and Argentina at the end of last year and was in sixth place in the …

Frustrating farewell for Luis Suarez as Uruguay held by Paraguay
3 months, 2 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, Bolivia Cruise Through in South America's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina, Bolivia Cruise Through in South America's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

News 18  

Alexis Mac Allister, Julian Alvarez and Paulo Dybala were on target as Argentina tightened their grip on South America’s 2026 World Cup qualifying tournament with a 3-0 win over Chile on Thursday. Argentina, who also beat Chile 1-0 on their way to clinching back-to-back Copa America titles earlier this year, went into Thursday’s game missing injured captain Lionel Messi and …

Argentina triumphs over Chile 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers without Messi, Di María
3 months, 2 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 …

Lionel Messi To Miss Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Chile & Colombia
3 months, 3 weeks 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, …

Argentina win record 16th Copa America in match marred by crowd chaos
5 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 …

Copa America 2024: Argentina seek 'triple crown' as Colombia aim for upset in final
5 months, 1 week ago

Copa America 2024: Argentina seek 'triple crown' as Colombia aim for upset in final

Firstpost  

Argentina are looking to emulate Spain who are the only other team in international football to have won a World Cup in between two straight continental titles Colombia will take on Argentina in the Copa America final. AP Argentina can become the first South American team to win the ’triple crown’ of three straight major tournament titles if they can …

Argentina vs Colombia LIVE score, ARG 1-0 COL, streaming info, Copa America 2024 final: When and where to watch Lionel Messi, Preview
5 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, …

Colombia Beat Uruguay 1-0 In Copa America 2024 Semifinal, Set To Face Lionel Messi's Argentina In Final
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia Beat Uruguay 1-0 In Copa America 2024 Semifinal, Set To Face Lionel Messi's Argentina In Final

ABP News  

Colombia secured a thrilling 1-0 victory over Uruguay in the Copa America 2024 semifinal at Bank of America Stadium in North Carolina, United States on Thursday, July 11. ALSO ON ABP Live | India Unlikely To Tour Pakistan For 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, BCCI Eyes These Nations As Alternative Venues 10-Man Colombia Go Past Uruguay To Enter Copa America 2024 …

Uruguay vs Colombia LIVE stream info, Copa America 2024: Where, when to watch the URU v COL semfinal; Preview
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Uruguay vs Colombia LIVE stream info, Copa America 2024: Where, when to watch the URU v COL semfinal; Preview

The Hindu  

Uruguay will face Colombia in a South American blockbuster in the Copa America 2024 semifinal on Wednesday at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. PREVIEW Both sides have been flying high, starting from topping their respective groups with Uruguay getting all possible nine points and Colombia getting seven from three games. Bielsa’s Uruguay come into the match …

Copa America 2024: Uruguay looks to slow down surging Colombia entering semifinals
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Uruguay looks to slow down surging Colombia entering semifinals

The Hindu  

Uruguay is two wins away from a record-setting 16th Copa America title. “It is a team that has been working together for a while, and that allows them to have a good start together,” said Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa. “Both teams are going to adjust.” While it may not have been pretty, the win moved Uruguay a step closer to …

Uruguay knock Brazil out on penalties to move into Copa America semifinals
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Uruguay knock Brazil out on penalties to move into Copa America semifinals

Hindustan Times  

Uruguay edged Brazil 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Saturday after going down to 10 men in a bruising 0-0 draw at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas to march into the semi-finals of the Copa America where they will face Colombia. Brazil's coach Dorival Junior, right escorts off the field Lucas Paqueta and teammates after their lost in a …

Argentina reaches Copa America semifinals, beating Ecuador 4-2 on penalty kicks after 1-1 draw
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina reaches Copa America semifinals, beating Ecuador 4-2 on penalty kicks after 1-1 draw

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Lionel Messi stepped up to take Argentina’s first penalty kick in a Copa America shootout against Ecuador, just like he did in the 2022 World Cup final victory over France. “I was pretty upset,” he said, “but at the same time I was secure.” He had confidence in goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, who saved Argentina’s bid for a second …

The Copa America quarterfinals will have plenty of intrigue, even if Lionel Messi can’t participate
5 months, 2 weeks ago

The Copa America quarterfinals will have plenty of intrigue, even if Lionel Messi can’t participate

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Lionel Messi’s leg injury was the only major obstacle that fell into Argentina’s path while it rolled through group play and into the Copa America quarterfinals. The 15-time Copa America champion Albiceleste are still the undeniable favorites in the Americas’ biggest soccer tournament when quarterfinal play gets underway, but the other 15-time Copa champs — Uruguay — …

Argentina can defend Copa America title but needs fine-tuning: Where Messi and Co are lacking after group stage
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Argentina can defend Copa America title but needs fine-tuning: Where Messi and Co are lacking after group stage

The Hindu  

World champion Argentina had an extra chip on its shoulder heading into Copa America 2024 - defending the title. | Photo Credit: Opta Argentina’s goal-conversion in the group stage Argentina vs Canada: Shots on target - 9, Goals - 2, Conversion rate - 22.22 per cent Chile vs Argentina: Shots on target - 9, Goals - 1, Conversion rate - …

Copa America: No Messi, no problem as Argentina downs Peru; Canada advance
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America: No Messi, no problem as Argentina downs Peru; Canada advance

The Hindu  

Argentina shrugged off the injury absence of Lionel Messi to maintain their perfect start at the Copa America on June 29 with a 2-0 victory over Peru in Miami. Lautaro Martinez scored twice at the Hard Rock Stadium to seal a win that ensured Argentina advance to the quarterfinals as Group A winners. With Messi sidelined after complaining of a …

Copa America 2024: Brazil bounces back with a win, eliminates Paraguay
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Brazil bounces back with a win, eliminates Paraguay

The Hindu  

Vinícius Junior scored two first-half goals to lead Brazil to a 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday night and put itself in position to advance out of Group D in the Copa America. As it happened: Brazil vs Paraguay Highlights, Copa America 2024 There were plenty of tense moments with five yellow cards and a red handed out. Brazil also …

Copa America: Lautaro Martinez' late goal helps Argentina reach quarters with Chile win
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Copa America: Lautaro Martinez' late goal helps Argentina reach quarters with Chile win

India Today  

Argentina became the first side to book passage into the Copa America quarter-finals after a late strike from Lautaro Martinez earned them a 1-0 Group A victory over Chile on Tuesday. The loss extended Chile's winless streak against Argentina in the Copa America to 30 matches. Rodrigo Echeverria recorded Chile's first shot of the match in the 72nd minute, a …

Messi and Argentina overcome Canada and poor surface, start Copa America title defense with 2-0 win
6 months ago

Messi and Argentina overcome Canada and poor surface, start Copa America title defense with 2-0 win

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — Lionel Messi’s passing brilliance got Argentina off to a winning start in the defense of its Copa America title, overcoming Canada and a poor playing surface at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. “It’s been a long time since we’ve done this,” Messi said through a translator, “but we had patience to retain possession of the ball and it was hard to …

Lionel Messi and Argentina will try for a 3rd straight major title in Copa America
6 months ago

Lionel Messi and Argentina will try for a 3rd straight major title in Copa America

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Lionel Messi and Argentina will try to match Spain’s feat of three consecutive major titles when the Copa America kicks off Thursday night. “I want to enjoy a couple of more matches being a world champion,” Messi said after Argentina beat France on penalty kicks to win the 2022 World Cup final. “If you look at every …

Argentina vs Ecuador LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch pre-Copa America 2024 friendly, Messi in action
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina vs Ecuador LIVE streaming info: When, where to watch pre-Copa America 2024 friendly, Messi in action

The Hindu  

Defending champion Argentina will kick-off its 2024 Copa America preparations with a friendly match against Ecuador at the Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. Ecuador coach Felix Sanchez Bas will also hope for a positive result against Argentina before the start of the tournament, especially because the Tri has never defeated the Albiceleste in Copa America. ARGENTINA SQUAD Goalkeepers: Franco Armani, …

Argentina beats Brazil 1-0 to secure spot at Paris 2024 and eliminate archrival
10 months, 1 week ago

Argentina beats Brazil 1-0 to secure spot at Paris 2024 and eliminate archrival

The Hindu  

Brazil will not defend its Olympic men’s football title in Paris after losing 1-0 to its regional rival Argentina on Sunday. South America’s Olympic qualifying for men’s football offers two spots in Paris 2024, with the remaining berth to be decided later Sunday when Paraguay and Venezuela face off. “We suffered, we waited for this goal, but at the end …

Argentina Knock Defending Champions Brazil Out of Paris Olympics
10 months, 1 week ago

Argentina Knock Defending Champions Brazil Out of Paris Olympics

News 18  

Brazil were denied the chance of winning a third straight men’s Olympic football title after a 1-0 defeat to Argentina on Sunday knocked them out of qualifying for the Paris Games. Champions in Rio 2016 and the Covid-delayed 2020 Tokyo Games, Brazil only needed a draw against their arch continental rivals on the final day of the South American pre-Olympic …

Argentina beats Brazil 1-0 to secure spot at Paris Olympics and eliminate archrival
10 months, 1 week ago

Argentina beats Brazil 1-0 to secure spot at Paris Olympics and eliminate archrival

Associated Press  

CARACAS — Brazil will not defend its Olympic men’s soccer title in Paris after losing 1-0 to its regional rival Argentina on Sunday. South America’s Olympic qualifying for men’s soccer offered two spots in Paris, where the men’s tournament starts July 24. “We suffered, we waited for this goal, but at the end we got it.” Brazil last failed to …

Copa America 2024 Draw: Lionel Messi's Argentina Grouped With Old Rivals Chile
1 year ago

Copa America 2024 Draw: Lionel Messi's Argentina Grouped With Old Rivals Chile

News 18  

Lionel Messi and Argentina will get the chance to avenge their defeats to Chile in the 2015 and 2016 Copa America finals after being grouped with their old rivals in the draw for next year’s tournament on Thursday. Reigning Copa America champions Argentina will defend their title in the United States next summer in an expanded 16-team tournament which features …

Who will Argentina face in the FIFA Under-17 World Cup semifinal after win over Brazil?
1 year ago

Who will Argentina face in the FIFA Under-17 World Cup semifinal after win over Brazil?

The Hindu  

Argentina toppled defending champion Brazil to enter the semifinal of the ongoing FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Jakarta on Friday. The River Plate star put on an eye-catching performance scoring goals in the 28th, 59th and 73rd minute to seal a 3-0 win for his side. This is Argentina’s sixth last-four entry, with the South American failing to win in …

Argentina inflicts historic defeat on Brazil
1 year, 1 month ago

Argentina inflicts historic defeat on Brazil

China Daily  

Nicolas Otamendi rises highest to score Argentina's winner in a 1-0 World Cup qualifying victory over Brazil at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday. REUTERS Selecao slump to first-ever home loss in World Cup qualifying after ill-tempered affair RIO DE JANEIRO — Nicolas Otamendi scored with a towering header to give Argentina a 1-0 away win over …

Lionel Messi walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier

Live Mint  

In a fiery 2026 World Cup qualifying clash, Argentina emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Brazil. The tension between the two South American giants escalated at Rio's iconic Maracana Stadium before the game even began. Brazil in trouble This was Brazil’s third consecutive defeat in World Cup qualifiers, a first in their football history. Argentina's victory further confirmed their …

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