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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

‘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

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'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

The Independent UK

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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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

The Hindu

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…

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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…

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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

Daily Mirror

Lionel Messi ready to step away from Argentina duty to focus solely on Inter Miami

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

The Guardian - UK

The cockroach cadre: Argentina’s tough, resilient coaches are the toast of football

From Bielsa with Uruguay to Simeone at Atlético, managers from the South American nation are everywhere – except Brazil

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