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Lionel Messi's Potential Return Boosts Argentina's World Cup Qualifiers

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni optimistic about Messi's return for World Cup qualifiers. Team secures victory without Messi. Crucial match against Colombia...

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Scouting, WhatsApp messages and Messi – my two weeks as Argentina assistant coach

Nothing will make a journalist doubt himself more than the knowledge that their work will be read by actual football people – but I had to give it a go

The Guardian - UK

Injured Lionel Messi absent from Argentina squad for 2026 World Cup qualifiers

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi, the star player of Argentina, will be absent from the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying matches against Chile and Colombia due to an ankle injury sustained during the Copa America final against Colombia, where Argentina emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline.

The Times of India

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‘A plague of liars’: what caused the disastrous pitches at Copa América?

The surface at many venues for this summer’s tournament caused concern among players and coaches. Will lessons be learned for the 2026 World Cup?

The Guardian - US

Lionel Messi left in tears at Copa America final after horror ankle injury

The Argentina captain was forced off in the second half of his side’s 1-0 victory over Colombia in Miami

The Independent UK

'I dreamt that I would retire like this': Argentina's Angel Di Maria after winning Copa America

NEW DELHI: Argentina winger Angel Di Maria celebrated a perfect dream ending to his international career by winning the Copa America against Colombia.

The Times of India

Colombia coach Néstor Lorenzo critical of extended Copa America final halftime for Shakira concert

Colombia coach Néstor Lorenzo was critical of the extended halftime planned for Sunday night’s Copa America final to allow a concert by Shakira

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Argentina Advances To Copa America Final With Messi's Brilliance

Argentina, led by Messi, secures Copa America final spot with a 2-0 win against Canada. Messi's impact and team's success spark hopes for future victories.

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Lionel Messi To Continue Playing For Argentina Beyond Copa Final

Stay updated on Messi and Di María's decisions as Argentina prepares for the Copa America final. Team unity and potential retirements add intrigue to the u...

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Lionel Messi answers Argentina retirement question as Angel Di Maria confirms Copa America final his last game

Messi starred to lead Argentina past Canada into Sunday’s final in Miami

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi shrugs off retirement talk as Argentina reach 2024 Copa America final

37-year-old has no immediate plans to end Argentina journey

Evening Standard

Has Lionel Messi played his final ever Copa America match? Argentina captain a risk for quarter-final clash

Lionel Messi might have played the final Copa America match of his career

FourFourTwo

Messi may skip Argentina's Copa America game against Peru to rest

Lionel Messi, who recently celebrated his 37th birthday, might be absent from Argentina's upcoming Copa America match against Peru due to a thigh injury. The team has already secured a spot in the next round after winning their first two games.

The Times of India

Ageless Lionel Messi remains central to Argentina’s global ambitions

Argentina’s captain, nearing 37, was involved in both goals in Thursday’s Copa América opener. Once on the outs with the Albiceleste, it now seems there’s no end in sight

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Argentina Copa America 2024 squad: Lionel Scaloni's full team

The Argentina Copa America 2024 squad is through to the knockout stages of the tournament

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Lionel Scaloni open to coaching in MLS, praises league's growth

Lionel Scaloni, manager of Argentina's national team, expresses openness to coaching in Major League Soccer (MLS) and acknowledges the league's growth and ...

The Hindu

Daily Quiz | Facts on the first anniversary of FIFA World Cup

A quiz on lesser-known facts and trivia on the first anniversary of the FIFA World Cup that came to a close on December 18 last year.

The Independent UK

Argentina beat Brazil at the Maracana but Lionel Messi warns crowd trouble could have ‘ended in tragedy’

The Selecao lost a home World Cup qualifier for the first time ever and drop to sixth place in the standings after Nicolas Otamendi’s goal

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Messi's Argentina loses 1st match since World Cup title, falling to Uruguay; Colombia beats Brazil

Uruguay beat Argentina 2-0, ending the World Cup champs' unbeaten streak since the Qatar tournament. Brazil lost 2-1 to Colombia, while Bolivia won its first match of the round-robin, beating Peru 2-0. Venezuela and Ecuador drew 0-0, as did Chile and Paraguay. Uruguay leads the 10-team South American qualifying group…

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World Cup qualifier | Lionel Messi double gives Argentina 2-0 win over Peru

Lionel Messi became CONMEBOL's all-time top scorer in World Cup qualifiers after netting two goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Peru. Messi, who was included in the squad despite injury, scored with a superb shot and fierce finish. Coach Lionel Scaloni said Argentina's players are on the same wavelength as…

The Hindu

Otamendi scores in Argentina's 1-0 win over Paraguay, Messi plays as sub

Argentina win 1-0 vs Paraguay; Messi struggles on return from injury. Lionel Messi hit the post twice after coming off the bench, but Argentina managed to beat Paraguay 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier. Defender Nicolás Otamendi scored the only goal in the 3rd minute. Messi, returning from injury, failed…

The Hindu

World Cup qualifiers | Messi misses Argentina's 3-0 win in Bolivia; Brazil beats Peru

Argentina beats Bolivia 3-0 in La Paz, despite Lionel Messi's absence. Brazil wins 1-0 at Peru, Ecuador defeats Uruguay 2-1 and Venezuela beats Paraguay 1-0. Argentina, Brazil lead South American standings with 6 pts, Colombia in 3rd with 4 pts.

The Times of India

Lionel Messi skips Argentina's last practice before World Cup qualifier in Bolivia

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi was notably absent from Argentina's recent practice session on the eve of their World Cup qualifying match against Bolivia.

The Hindu

Messi’s free-kick goal gives Argentina 1-0 win over Ecuador in World Cup qualifier

Lionel Messi scored from a free kick in the 78th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 win against Ecuador in the first round of South American World Cup qualifying on September 7.

Evening Standard

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni confirms Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is doubt with foot injury

The defender is a doubt for Argentina’s opening World Cup qualifier against Ecuador

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