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Lionel Messi’s Record for Argentina in World Cup Finals

Lionel Messi has carried Argentina to the 2026 World Cup final with 12 goal involvements.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18

Argentina pay tribute to 1986 World Cup winners with special kit for England clash

Argentina’s rugby team gave a nod to their footballing counterparts ahead of the World Cup final

The Independent UK · Jul 18

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi's World Cup greatness, one record at a time

The spotlight will be firmly on Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who is expected to play the final World Cup match of his career. The 39-year-old will become only the second player after Cafu to appear in three World Cup finals and heads into the decider after scoring eight goals, putting…

The Economic Times · Jul 18

Argentine superstition ramps up ahead of World Cup final

BUENOS AIRES (ARGENTINA) - Angst-ridden Argentine football fans are putting their faith in good luck rituals ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain.

Bangkok Post · Jul 16

Quote of the day by Diego Maradona: "I made mistakes, and I paid for them. But…" - the football legend's powerful message about mistakes and redemption

Diego Maradona's famous quote separates personal mistakes from the game's purity. He admitted his errors and paid consequences for them. The ball, representing football, remained untouched by his personal failings. This distinction highlights how a person's flaws do not destroy their passion. Maradona's words endure by acknowledging complexity without offering…

The Times of India · Jul 16

Messi not done yet after inspiring Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2026 final

Lionel Messi inspired Argentina in the World Cup semi-final victory against England. He provided two crucial assists in the match, securing a 2-1 win. This victory propels Argentina into their second consecutive World Cup final. They aim to become the first team to retain the trophy since 1962.

The Economic Times · Jul 16

'It is crazy': Argentina's Messi adds third final to his career after inspiring win against England

Lionel Messi edged Argentina closer to back-to-back World Cup titles with two late assists in a dramatic 2 to1 semi-final against England on Wednesday. The 39-year-old captain inspired the defending champions to overturn a one-goal deficit in the closing minutes, setting up Enzo Fernandez's equaliser before providing the cross for…

France 24 · Jul 16

Tens of thousands of Argentine soccer fans celebrate their team's World Cup semifinal victory

Tens of thousands of soccer fans have flooded the streets of Argentina’s capital in a collective eruption of ecstasy over their national team’s 2-1 victory over England to reach the World Cup final

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Is FIFA Rigging the World Cup for Messi? Fans Demand Transparency After Late Argentina Goals Shatter England Hearts

England's World Cup hopes were dashed by Argentina's late goals, sparking fan outrage and allegations of bias. Despite suspicions, no formal evidence of manipulation has been presented.

International Business Times UK · Jul 15

Argentina’s Vice-President Stokes Flames of Longstanding England Rivalry

Argentina went to war with England as recently as 1982.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 15