Argentina have 'assured Lionel Messi will play in their World Cup opener' despite injury worries
2 years, 1 month ago

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

Daily Mail  

Concerns have started to arise over Lionel Messi's fitness after the Argentina forward did not train with his teammates just four days before La Seleccion kick off their World Cup campaign. Lionel Messi trained alone on Friday four days away from Argentina's first World Cup match Messi arrived 10 minutes late to the field but Argentina say he will be fit to play vs Saudi Arabia Messi also reportedly did not train with a ball either, but the news coming out of the Argentina camp is positive, with Marca reporting that Argentina are 'assuring' that the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner will be fit to play on Tuesday. Por eso se lo vio apenas cuatro minutos en el campo en el cuarto de hora que abrió las puertas la Selección #Qatar2022 — Gustavo Yarroch November 19, 2022 It seems Argentina are managing his training load, with Messi having a problem in his calves The problem seems to be a recurring one, with the Argentina No.10 having missed PSG's Champions League game against Benfica and a league match against Stade Remis. Messi has scored 11 goals in seven appearances for his national side this year alone The forward suffered a calf injury two weeks ago while playing for Paris Saint-Germain Having achieved almost every major honour in the game, Messi is out to complete his trophy cabinet and lead Scaloni's side to World Cup glory and clinch the trophy that has eluded him for most of his career.

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Messi’s son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch
1 month, 2 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, …

Lionel Messi-led Argentina football team to visit India for two friendly matches in 2025
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks 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 set to play in India in 2025 as Kerala ready to host Argentina's football team for friendly
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

Argentina close on World Cup as Messi helps Martinez level up with Maradona
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

Lionel Messi to play in India? Kerala Sports Minister hopeful of hosting Argentina
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi to play in India? Kerala Sports Minister hopeful of hosting Argentina

India Today  

Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman announced on Wednesday that the Argentina football team, featuring legendary Lionel Messi, will visit the state next year for an international match. Kerala is set to make history as FIFA World Cup Champions Argentina are expected to visit next year! pic.twitter.com/gT1yBrjJ9b — Pinarayi Vijayan November 20, 2024 "Kerala is set to make history as FIFA …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Messi’s Argentina on verge of WC spot; Brazil, Uruguay eye crucial wins
1 month, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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: Argentina coach Scaloni confident Messi jerseys will be seen in Paraguay’s stands despite shirt ban
1 month, 3 weeks ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Argentina coach Scaloni confident Messi jerseys will be seen in Paraguay’s stands despite shirt ban

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni is confident there will be Lionel Messi jerseys in the home section despite the Paraguayan Football Association’s ban on rival shirts ahead of Thursday’s South American World Cup 2026 qualifier. Argentina will play Paraguay at the Defensores del Chaco stadium in Asuncion on Thursday, and APF manager Fernando Villasboa warned the home crowd to wear only …

Vinícius back for Brazil and Martínez for Argentina in South American 2026 World Cup qualifying
1 month, 4 weeks 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 …

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

Lionel Messi set to return to Inter Miami lineup after 2-month injury recovery
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi set to return to Inter Miami lineup after 2-month injury recovery

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi has been cleared to play again after taking two months to recover from an ankle injury, and Inter Miami indicated that the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will return to the lineup on Saturday when the team plays host to Philadelphia. “Messi is available,” Inter Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Friday before the team’s …

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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

Injured Messi out of Argentina’s squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia
4 months, 3 weeks ago

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

Associated Press  

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

Lionel Messi breaks his silence on Argentina's chaotic Olympics soccer match against Morocco
5 months, 2 weeks 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 likely to miss at least next two games for Inter Miami with ankle injury
5 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Messi likely to miss next two games for Inter Miami with ankle injury
5 months, 3 weeks ago

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

Deccan Chronicle  

Fort Lauderdale: 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. The team said Tuesday that Messi suffered a ligament injury in his right ankle, and his availability will be assessed periodically …

Lionel Messi is likely to miss at least next two games for Inter Miami with ankle injury
5 months, 3 weeks ago

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

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — 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. The team said Tuesday that Messi suffered a ligament injury in his right ankle, and his availability will be …

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, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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 …

Lionel Messi's pain turns into jubilation, lets out raw emotions during Argentina's Copa America title celebration
5 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Lionel Messi exits Copa America final with apparent leg injury, ankle swollen
5 months, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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 …

Argentina vs Colombia highlights in pictures, Copa America 2024 final: Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez photos, gallery
5 months, 3 weeks ago

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

The Hindu  

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

Argentina vs Colombia, Copa America 2024 final: Predicted lineups; Formations; Team news ahead of ARG v COL
5 months, 3 weeks ago

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

The Hindu  

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

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, 3 weeks 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
5 months, 3 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, …

Lionel Messi's Record in Finals with Argentina
5 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Messi is enjoying his 'last battles' with Argentina
5 months, 4 weeks 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
6 months 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’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final
6 months 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 semifinal: Lionel Messi will start against Canada, says Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni
6 months ago

Copa America semifinal: Lionel Messi will start against Canada, says Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi won't be stopped by a leg injury and will play in Argentina's Copa America semifinal against Canada on July 9 night. At 37, Messi has 13 Copa America goals and is four behind the record shared by Argentina's Norberto Méndez and Brazil's Zizinho but hasn't scored in this year's tournament. When he's available, he will play.” Seeking a …

Messi fit for Copa America semifinal against Canada, says Scaloni
6 months 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 …

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

Copa America: Messi in doubt for Argentina-Ecuador quarterfinal
6 months 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
6 months, 1 week 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
6 months, 1 week 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 …

Copa America: No Messi, no problem as Argentina downs Peru; Canada advance
6 months, 1 week 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: Lionel Messi to Miss Argentina-Peru Clash With Leg Injury
6 months, 1 week 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
6 months, 1 week 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
6 months, 2 weeks 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
6 months, 3 weeks 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
6 months, 3 weeks 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
6 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Messi scores twice in return to Argentina lineup in 4-1 win over Guatemala
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi scores twice in return to Argentina lineup in 4-1 win over Guatemala

Associated Press  

— Lionel Messi scored twice and assisted on another goal in his first international start since November and Argentina outclassed Guatemala 4-1 on Friday night to complete its 2024 Copa America preparations. “Angel Di Maria came in and he played more on the inside because the way the game was shaping up it gave us the opportunity to try new …

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