Messi's crowning glory for Argentina came at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where La Albiceleste bounced back from a surprise 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia in their opener to win the tournament.

The former Spain international confirmed talks are ongoing with high-profile players. As Como prepares to face Ajax and Celtic, its ambitions in the transfer market reflect a team aiming far higher than mere survival in Serie A.

But I don’t see Leo missing out on the World Cup,” the Benfica defender told Radio La Red this week. Lionel Messi guided Argentina to World Cup glory in 2022. / IMAGO/ActionPictures

As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, speculation is mounting over whether Lionel Messi will don Argentina’s colors for one last tournament. As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA ...

The denials that came immediately after Inter Miami’s elimination from the Club World Cup at the hands of PSG were not enough to put an end to the rumors about

2010 World Cup Age: 23. Not the most memorable summer in South Africa in terms of performances. Appearing in his second World Cup, Messi celebrated his birthday in between two Argentina wins.

Argentina’s road to 2026 — With or without Messi . Argentina has already secured qualification for the 2026 World Cup, set to take place across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.As reigning champions, expectations are sky-high — and Messi’s presence could tip the balance in their favor once again.. Yet the road to the tournament hasn’t been without challenges.