The Latest Breaking News from Lionel Scaloni

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

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

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…

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…

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…

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.

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.

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

World Cup winner Lionel Messi is preparing to step away from international football with Argentina to concentrate on his new career at Inter Miami in the MLS