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Messi, World Cup and Argentina

Messi will be in the World Cup, there’s no doubt, says former Argentina assistant after private meeting

Claudio Gugnali, former assistant coach of Argentina, spoke with Lionel Messi and expressed confidence that he will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The uncertainty surrounding Lionel Messi’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup is getting closer to being resolved.

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The latest on Argentina’s dubious World Cup run-up, Messi’s odd lack of commitment

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71 days to the World Cup: No one has played in more World Cup games than Lionel Messi

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Jordan-Hare Stadium to host Argentina vs Iceland in World Cup lead-up

AUBURN — The Plains will serve as the world's stage this summer, as Auburn University 's athletics department announced Thursday, April 9, that reigning world champion Argentina will face Iceland at J...

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Historic SEC Stadium Set to Host Lionel Messi, Argentina In Soccer Friendly

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Lionel Messi's Argentina to face Honduras in World Cup tune-up at Texas A&M's Kyle Field

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Is Lionel Messi playing in the 2026 World Cup?

Lionel Messi has not yet decided whether he will play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Scaloni says the choice is his, but hopes he will be there.

AOL

Lionel Messi’s 2026 World Cup Status Addressed by Lionel Scaloni

Argentina will continue its preparations for the 2026 World Cup with two friendlies, the final ones before rosters for the summer tournament are submitted, and the South American nation gets its title defense going. Even at 38 years old and about to turn ...

World Soccer Talk

Lionel Messi shares World Cup ‘dream remains intact’ message ahead of Argentina March friendlies

Lionel Messi has arrived in Argentina to take part in the March international window friendlies against Mauritania and Zambia. In a message that ignited excitement for the 2026 World Cup among fans, Messi made clear that the “dream remains intact.

Fox Sports

'We're in No Hurry:' Argentina's Coach Gives Messi Update Ahead of World Cup

Lionel Scaloni has indicated that Lionel Messi has still not confirmed he will lead Argentina at the 2026 World Cup. The national team boss was quick to deflect pressure away from the Inter Miami superstar, reiterating that the decision rests entirely with ...

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Will Lionel Messi Play in the 2026 World Cup?

Lionel Messi has not confirmed if he’ll return for the 2026 World Cup. Here’s what he’s said, how old he’ll be, and what prediction markets suggest about his chances. Lionel Messi reached the summit of international football when he led Argentina ...