- Jul 21
Argentina's World Cup runners-up return home without Messi to a grateful welcome in Buenos Aires
The Argentine national team landed at Ezeiza airport on Monday evening without captain Lionel Messi, who flew directly to Miami, as thousands of supporters braved cold and rain to thank the squad for reaching the 2026 World Cup final.
- Jun 28
Messi scores in seventh straight World Cup match as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1, set up Cape Verde clash
Lionel Messi's late free-kick sealed a 3-1 victory over Jordan, extending his record to 19 World Cup goals and seven consecutive scoring appearances. Argentina completed Group J with a perfect nine points.
- Jun 28
Messi free-kick seals Argentina’s perfect group stage as Algeria and Austria advance in thriller
Lionel Messi came off the bench to score a stunning free-kick as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1, completing a flawless group stage. Algeria and Austria drew 3-3 in a dramatic match that sent both teams to the last 32.
