Argentina qualifies for FIFA World Cup final after 3-0 win against Croatia in semis
2 years ago

Argentina qualifies for FIFA World Cup final after 3-0 win against Croatia in semis

The Hindu  

The playlist had run its course, the voices were all hoarse, but they refused to stop singing as the man they were praising was there in front, crying after delivering yet another joyful night. The long unfulfilled promise of the shiny World Cup trophy is making Lionel Messi play his best, drawing up hitherto hidden weapons from his armoury. But Messi’s Argentina was circumspect as Croatia’s trio of Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic, and Marcelo Brozovic used their experience and skills to take over the early midfield battle. Catch the HIGHLIGHTS here As Croatia slowed to regain its breath, Argentina picked up, with Messi jolting on like an appliance suddenly plugged in and danced past a few challenges to play a one-two with Enzo Fernandez, with his pass almost reaching Nicolas Tagliafico, who had darted in from the left. Argentina’s penalty came when Julian Alvarez’s bursting run was cut short by Dominik Livakovic as the striker lifted the ball over his head after Enzo Fernandez robbed the Croatian leader to play a simple through ball over the high press.

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Argentina top FIFA men's football rankings for second straight year
5 days, 19 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 …

Lionel Messi set to play in India in 2025 as Kerala ready to host Argentina's football team for friendly
1 month ago

Lionel Messi set to play in India in 2025 as Kerala ready to host Argentina's football team for friendly

Hindustan Times  

Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman on Wednesday revealed that the Argentina football team, including legendary player Lionel Messi, will visit the state next year for an international match. Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi gestures during the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualifiers football match between Argentina and Peru Addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, the minister stated that the …

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

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 …

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 …

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 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 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, …

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

Fans throw bottle at Lionel Messi: Paraguay footballer apologises
1 month 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 …

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 …

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi is already 37-years-old and is not plying his trade in Europe anymore. Speaking to Fabrizio Romano for Apple TV, the 2022 World Cup winner was asked if he had any plans to get into coaching after retirement. The former Barcelona star was also asked about participation in the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the US, …

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, 4 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, …

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on Argentina's chaotic Olympics soccer match against Morocco
5 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' …

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on grim ankle injury as Argentina teammates are greeted by wild scenes in Buenos Aires following Copa America victory
5 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
5 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
5 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 …

Messi leads Argentina to 2nd Copa America title win despite injury, fans call him 'the undisputed GOAT'
5 months, 1 week ago

Messi leads Argentina to 2nd Copa America title win despite injury, fans call him 'the undisputed GOAT'

Hindustan Times  

Football fans may eternally be at war with one another between attempting to decide who among Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo deserve to be the GOAT, but the former's near-heroic match play on July 15, in Miami's Hard Rock Stadium led Argentina to a history-defining win at the Copa America finals. Messi becomes the most decorated player in football history …

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

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

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentines taking to the streets to revel in their Copa América triumph late Sunday inhabit a very different place now than they did 19 months ago, when their World Cup win sent millions surging into the same Buenos Aires square in a howl of collective celebration. Fans on both sides of a bar window watch the …

Lionel Messi's pain turns into jubilation, lets out raw emotions during Argentina's Copa America title celebration
5 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 …

Copa America Final: Argentina wins record 16th Copa America title, beats Colombia 1-0 after Lautaro Martinez’s extra-time goal
5 months, 1 week ago

Copa America Final: Argentina wins record 16th Copa America title, beats Colombia 1-0 after Lautaro Martinez’s extra-time goal

The Hindu  

Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, overcoming Lionel Messi’s second-half leg injury to beat Colombia 1-0 Sunday night on Lautaro Martínez’s 112th-minute goal. Martínez later ran to that bench to hug his captain after the goal that propelled Argentina to its record 16th Copa title. Late start In a match that started 1 hour, 22 minutes late because …

Argentina wins record 16th Copa America title, beats Colombia 1-0 after Messi gets hurt
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina wins record 16th Copa America title, beats Colombia 1-0 after Messi gets hurt

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Lionel Messi pumped his arms. Still, Argentina won its second straight Copa America championship, beating Colombia 1-0 Sunday night on Lautaro Martínez’s 112th-minute goal. “It could not be better.” In a match that started 1 hour, 22 minutes late because of crowd trouble at Hard Rock Stadium, Argentina won its third straight major title following the …

Lautaro Martinez's late strike fires Argentina to record 16th Copa America title, beat Colombia 1-0 in extra-time
5 months, 1 week ago

Lautaro Martinez's late strike fires Argentina to record 16th Copa America title, beat Colombia 1-0 in extra-time

Hindustan Times  

Lautaro Martinez scored in the 111th minute as Argentina beat Colombia 1-0 to win the 2024 Copa America at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, USA. This is also Argentina's second consecutive Copa America title, in addition to the 2022 World Cup title they won between the two. This is Argentina's second consecutive Copa America title, in addition to the …

Lionel Messi exits Copa America final with apparent leg injury, ankle swollen
5 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
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 …

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game
5 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
5 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, Copa America 2024 final: Predicted lineups; Formations; Team news ahead of ARG v COL
5 months, 1 week 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 …

Lionel Messi swansong likely if Argentina win the Copa America
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi swansong likely if Argentina win the Copa America

Hindustan Times  

The last three years have been truly golden for Lionel Messi. Not long ago, before the Copa America in 2021, he had not won a single major international trophy. In the space of three years, Messi has won the Copa America as well as the World Cup, and in both the tournaments he contributed massively for Argentina. In the space …

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, …

Copa America 2024: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for a violence-free final
5 months, 1 week ago

Copa America 2024: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for a violence-free final

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni hopes Sunday’s Copa America final will be free from violence after clashes between players and fans marred the last-four match between Colombia and Uruguay. Scaloni voiced his support for the Uruguay players involved in the incident after the Uruguayan Football Association said their family members had been assaulted by Colombian fans in the stands. Argentina forward …

Argentina overcomes Lionel Messi injury to repeat as Copa América champions
5 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, …

Lionel Messi's Record in Finals with Argentina
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's Record in Finals with Argentina

Deccan Chronicle  

Lionel Messi will be leading Argentina to yet another Copa America finals, as they will face Colombia for the trophy at Florida, United States. The Argentina legend led the team to win the Copa America in 2021, where they finally ended their 28-year International trophy drought and also gave Messi his first senior International trophy.Later, he went on to win …

Colombia beats Uruguay 1-0 and will face Lionel Messi and Argentina in Copa America final
5 months, 1 week ago

Colombia beats Uruguay 1-0 and will face Lionel Messi and Argentina in Copa America final

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Colombia is headed to the Copa America championship game for the first time in 23 years after a contentious win over Uruguay in which it played the second half a man short and players brawled with fans in the stands following the final whistle. Despite Uruguay having 61.9% possession, Colombia held on to reach the championship for …

Messi is enjoying his 'last battles' with Argentina
5 months, 1 week ago

Messi is enjoying his 'last battles' with Argentina

China Daily  

From left: Argentina's Angel Di Maria, Enzo Fernandez, Lionel Messi and Nicolas Otamendi celebrate after defeating Canada in their Copa America semifinal in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Tuesday. AP EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey — Lionel Messi said he was enjoying his "last battles" with Argentina after the 37-year-old found the net in a 2-0 win over Canada on Tuesday …

No bed of roses - Scaloni hails Argentina’s grit after making Copa America 2024 final
5 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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 …

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Lionel Messi and Argentina moved within one win of joining Spain as the only nations to win three straight major titles. “It’s insane what this team has done, what the Argentina national team is doing,” Messi said Tuesday night after his 109th international goal sealed a 2-0 victory over Canada that earned a berth in this …

Copa America 2024: Messi’s 109th goal helps defending champion Argentina reach final after beating Canada
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Messi’s 109th goal helps defending champion Argentina reach final after beating Canada

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi scored his 109th international goal and first of the tournament, helping defending champion Argentina beat Canada 2-0 on Tuesday night and into the Copa America final. Julian Alvarez put the Albiceleste ahead in the 22nd minute and Messi redirected Enzo Fernandez’s shot off the face of goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau in the 51st. Trying to string together championships in …

Lionel Messi guides Argentina to second-consecutive Copa América final; moves closer to Cristiano Ronaldo
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi guides Argentina to second-consecutive Copa América final; moves closer to Cristiano Ronaldo

India TV News  

Captain Lionel Messi delivered a match-winning performance against Canada in the first semi-final of the ongoing Copa América to guide Argentina into their second-consecutive final of the tournament. The goal not only put an end to Canada's chances of scripting a fightback but also helped Messi become only the second player to score goals in six editions of the CONMEBOL …

Argentina vs Canada, Copa America 2024: Key battles to look out for in ARG v CAN semifinal clash
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina vs Canada, Copa America 2024: Key battles to look out for in ARG v CAN semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Argentina takes on Canada in the Copa America 2024 semifinal on Tuesday at the MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. FOLLOW: LIVE updates from the Argentina vs Canada Copa America semifinal Star-studded Argentina has among its ranks enough players who can turn the game around with their brilliance, while debutant Canada too has shown that its players can spring up a …

Lionel Messi misses penalty but Argentina reach Copa America semi-finals with shoot-out win over Ecuador
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi misses penalty but Argentina reach Copa America semi-finals with shoot-out win over Ecuador

Firstpost  

In the penalty shoot-out, Lionel Messi missed the opening kick, chipping against the bar, but Argentina recovered to win the shoot-out 4-2 and storm into the semi-finals. Argentina qualified for the 2024 Copa America semi-finals after a penalty shoot-out win over Ecuador on Friday. In the penalty shoot-out, Lionel Messi missed the opening kick, chipping against the bar, but goalkeeper …

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