Lionel Messi in fitness race for Argentina vs Brazil, Uruguay World Cup qualifiers? Mascherano drops bombshell update
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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 decided to rest Messi for three games. There's no secret in this.” ‘In contact with Argentina team doctors’: Javier Mascherano Messi will also be featuring for Argentina in the upcoming March international window, and Mascherano revealed that Inter Miami’s medical staff have been in constant contact with the South American side’s doctors.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Martinez ruled out of Argentina squad due to injury
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1 day, 2 hours 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 …

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers as Argentina seek to seal place
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2 days, 23 hours 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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3 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 …

Injured Messi to miss Argentina’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers
3 days, 6 hours 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
3 days, 13 hours 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 …

FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers: Messi not included in Scaloni’s 26-member Argentina squad for Uruguay and Brazil
3 days, 14 hours 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 ruled out of World Cup qualifiers due to injury, to miss match vs Brazil
4 days, 6 hours 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 …

Messi leads renewed Argentina against Uruguay, Brazil in World Cup qualifiers
2 weeks, 4 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, …

Lionel Messi eyes 2026 World Cup, says Argentina coach Scaloni
1 month, 2 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 …

Messi's son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi's son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiago Messi, the eldest son of the Argentina star, has made his debut in the “Newell’s Cup” tournament in the countryside city of Rosario.The 12-year-old Messi played with the No. The team also played Tuesday.Lionel Messi took his first steps as a footballer in the Argentinian club in Rosario, 300 kilometers northwest of capital Buenos Aires.Thiago's mother, Antonela Roccuzzo, and …

Messi’s son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi’s son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — Thiago Messi, the eldest son of the Argentina star, has made his debut in the “Newell’s Cup” tournament in the countryside city of Rosario. 10 jersey of an Inter Miami youth team, which lost 1-0 on Monday to host Newell’s Old Boys in the traditional under-13 competition. Thiago’s mother, Antonela Roccuzzo, and several members of his family, …

Javier Mascherano: The Lionel Messi ally charged with taking Inter Miami one step further
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Javier Mascherano: The Lionel Messi ally charged with taking Inter Miami one step further

New York Times  

Six years after Argentina’s debacle at the World Cup in Russia, Lionel Messi and Javier Mascherano will reunite in Miami. Mascherano was a midfield enforcer for Barcelona, playing alongside Messi’s now Miami teammates Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba and Luis Suarez. There’s a proof of concept — Argentina became Copa America and World Cup champions by embracing Messi’s dominant personality on …

Lionel Messi-led Argentina football team to visit India for two friendly matches in 2025
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4 months ago

Lionel Messi-led Argentina football team to visit India for two friendly matches in 2025

India TV News  

The Indian football fans are set to witness glimpses of legendary Lionel Messi and the Argentina football team featuring in two games in Kerala in 2025. V Abdurahiman, Kerala's Minister for Sports, confirmed that the Inter Miami forward will feature in Argentina's full-strength national team in two friendly matches. “Messi would be there, so would be the full-strength national team …

Lionel Messi equals world record with match-winning assist against Peru; Cristiano Ronaldo way behind in the race
4 months ago

Lionel Messi equals world record with match-winning assist against Peru; Cristiano Ronaldo way behind in the race

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi equalled another record in Argentina's colours as he provided a match-winning assist to Lautaro Martinez in the FIFA World Cup South America qualifier against Peru. It was Messi's 58th assist in international football, which is joint-most, as he equalled United States men's national team legend Landon Donovan's tally. Lautaro Martinez celebrates with Argentina's forward Lionel Messi after scoring …

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

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

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

Argentina minus Messi beats Chile to lead South American World Cup qualifying
6 months, 2 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
6 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, …

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

Lionel Messi likely to miss at least next two games for Inter Miami with ankle injury
8 months ago

Lionel Messi likely to miss at least next two games for Inter Miami with ankle injury

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi is likely to miss at least the next two matches for Inter Miami, his Major League Soccer team, after injuring his right ankle during the Copa America final, Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Tuesday. Argentina's Lionel Messi touches his ankle sitting at the bench during a Copa America soccer final match against Colombia in Miami Gardens The …

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 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 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 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 …

Distraught Lionel Messi weeps after being subbed out of Argentina's Copa America final matchup with Colombia following noncontact leg injury
8 months 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 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 vs Colombia highlights in pictures, Copa America 2024 final: Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez photos, gallery
8 months 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 overcomes Lionel Messi injury to repeat as Copa América champions
8 months, 1 week 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, …

No bed of roses - Scaloni hails Argentina’s grit after making Copa America 2024 final
8 months, 1 week ago

No bed of roses - Scaloni hails Argentina’s grit after making Copa America 2024 final

The Hindu  

Argentina’s path to the Copa America final has been no bed of roses, coach Lionel Scaloni said, as he lauded his players for their performance in Tuesday’s 2-0 semi-final win over Canada. Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi scored to secure Argentina’s spot in the final of a third straight major tournament after their victories at the 2022 World Cup and …

Messi fit for Copa America semifinal against Canada, says Scaloni
8 months, 1 week ago

Messi fit for Copa America semifinal against Canada, says Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi will be fit to play in Tuesday’s Copa America semifinal against Canada in New Jersey, coach Lionel Scaloni said, despite the forward’s hamstring injury concerns. He is essential for us.” READ | Copa America: Uruguay’s style shone through in quarterfinal win over Brazil, says coach Bielsa Argentina and Canada will meet for the second time in …

Copa America: Messi in doubt for Argentina-Ecuador quarterfinal
8 months, 2 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, 2 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, 2 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 …

Paris Olympics 2024: No Messi in Argentina’s Olympic football squad; Alvarez, Otamendi selected
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: No Messi in Argentina’s Olympic football squad; Alvarez, Otamendi selected

The Hindu  

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 on Tuesday, including striker Julian Alvarez and defender Nicolas Otamendi. Mascherano, who won the Olympic gold medal as a player in 2004 and ‘08, will add goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, Otamendi and …

Copa America: Lionel Messi to Miss Argentina-Peru Clash With Leg Injury
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America: Lionel Messi to Miss Argentina-Peru Clash With Leg Injury

News 18  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s final Copa America group game against Peru after complaining of muscle tightness, team officials said on Friday. Assistant coach Walter Samuel told a press conference that the Inter Miami superstar was “day-by-day” following an injury to his right adductor muscle. Argentina assistant coach Walter Samuel said Friday that the team will go “day to day” …

Lionel Messi to rest for Argentina’s final Copa America group match against Peru with leg injury
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi to rest for Argentina’s final Copa America group match against Peru with leg injury

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Lionel Messi will skip Argentina’s last Copa America group match against Peru on Saturday because of a right leg injury. Argentina assistant coach Walter Samuel said Friday that the team will go “day to day” with Messi’s injury and monitor how it progresses. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni did not attend Friday’s news conference after being suspended …

Lionel Messi begins Argentina’s Copa America with (another) captain’s performance
9 months ago

Lionel Messi begins Argentina’s Copa America with (another) captain’s performance

New York Times  

Canada defender Kamal Miller walked through the Mercedes-Benz Stadium mixed zone and took questions from the press. He’s very special to us.” In a cagey win, Argentina relied on Messi to find a breakthrough and set the Albiceleste towards a second consecutive Copa America title. Messi takes Argentina’s penalties, but on that night, Messi conceded that responsibility to Martinez, who …

Lionel Messi takes center stage again for Copa America
9 months ago

Lionel Messi takes center stage again for Copa America

The Hindu  

World champions Argentina get an expanded Copa America under way on Thursday with Lionel Messi looking to add a second continental title in what is almost certainly his final appearance in the tournament. Argentina have won the Copa 15 times but only once, in 2021, during the Messi era and coach Lionel Scaloni has stuck largely with his World Cup-winning …

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America
9 months ago

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — It’s sad but true, Copa America could mark Lionel Messi’s final chapter with Argentina’s national soccer team. And I enjoy the little details that I know that when I don’t play anymore, I’m going to miss.” Ángel di Maria, a 36-year-old winger who has played alongside Messi for years with the national team, is sure to …

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America
9 months ago

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America

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. Read our privacy policy It's sad but true, Copa …

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America
9 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi won the World Cup in 2022, won the Copa America in 2021, and wants to show he has the hunger to win some more. “About results, the winner isn’t always the one who does the best things.. No one can lower their guard.” Argentina won its 15th Copa America title three years ago, amid …

Lionel Messi makes decision on playing for Argentina at Paris Olympics
9 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi makes decision on playing for Argentina at Paris Olympics

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

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, 1 week 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 …

Lionel Scaloni to remain Argentina boss after decision reversal ahead of Copa America
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Scaloni to remain Argentina boss after decision reversal ahead of Copa America

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 coach Lionel Scaloni said he is fully …

Messi dealing with injury in right hamstring area, likely will miss Miami’s match versus D.C. United
1 year ago

Messi dealing with injury in right hamstring area, likely will miss Miami’s match versus D.C. United

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi is dealing with a leg injury that will likely cause him to miss the team’s next match. Messi checked out of Wednesday’s 3-1 win over Nashville just a few minutes into the second half, and coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said the 36-year-old was experiencing discomfort in his right hamstring area. Inter …

Argentina Knock Defending Champions Brazil Out of Paris Olympics
1 year, 1 month 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 …

Lionel Messi's hunger overshadows his greatness. FIFA award hints at more magic to come
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi's hunger overshadows his greatness. FIFA award hints at more magic to come

Hindustan Times  

The date is etched in the football annals. While the 38-year-old Ronaldo has been kind of languishing – having his high standards in mind - in the Saudi Pro League playing for Al Nassr, Messi continues to make massive strides in the world of football. So Argentina’s 2022 World Cup win under Messi tilted the debate back to a great …

Lionel Messi Focused on Copa America Title Defence, Not Long-term Argentina Future
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi Focused on Copa America Title Defence, Not Long-term Argentina Future

News 18  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is not thinking about his international future beyond next year’s Copa America, where he will try to lead the country to a second successive continental title at the tournament in the United States. The 36-year-old said earlier this year that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where he led Argentina to their third title, would likely …

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