- 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.
- Jul 11
Argentina FA probes cyberattack after hacked email calls World Cup win over Egypt 'robbery'
The Argentine Football Association is investigating a cyberattack after mass emails from its accounts described the 3-2 win over Egypt as 'stolen' and praised the Egyptian side's performance.
- Jul 4
Argentina survives Cape Verde scare in extra-time thriller at World Cup
Lionel Messi scored his seventh goal of the tournament but defending champions Argentina needed extra time and an own goal to beat debutants Cape Verde 3-2 in the round of 16.
- Jul 4
Argentina survive Cape Verde thriller with 3-2 extra-time win, Messi breaks records
Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal and Cristian Romero headed a 111th-minute winner as Argentina edged Cape Verde 3-2 in Miami to reach the last 16, where they will face Egypt.
