Lionel Scaloni reveals Argentina squad struggled with nerves during Lionel Messi's farewell
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni admits his players were overwhelmed by emotion during Lionel Messi's final international match against Benin.
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Messi and Argentina: All the record-breaking numbers of a legend
Lionel Messi's journey with Argentina is defined by unparalleled records, including 207 caps and 193 goal contributions. From despair to global glory, his legacy is cemented.
Gian Piero Gasperini blocks Roma stars from attending Lionel Messi's Argentina farewell
AS Roma head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has prevented Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina from traveling to Argentina for Lionel Messi's final international match.
Tomas Palacios makes Argentina debut: Details of his Estudiantes loan
Inter-owned defender Tomas Palacios earned his first senior cap for Argentina and continues his development on loan at Estudiantes.
Boca Juniors starlet Leonel Flores on his remarkable 24-hour football marathon
19-year-old Boca Juniors winger Leonel Flores explains his physical state after featuring for both club and country within a 24-hour window.
Flight chaos forces Burkina Faso to field U23 side against Argentina
Burkina Faso fielded an emergency U23 team against Argentina after flight cancellations and senior player boycotts led to a 7-0 defeat.
Enzo Fernandez urges Lionel Scaloni to stay as Argentina prepare for life after Messi
Midfielder Enzo Fernandez has publicly backed manager Lionel Scaloni to continue leading Argentina during the team's upcoming generational transition.
Lautaro Martinez: 'The energy is still the same'
Argentina forward Lautaro Martinez reflected on the 4-0 win over Bolivia, praising the squad's collective hunger and leadership transition.
Spain sets world record with 40-match unbeaten run
The Spanish national team has extended its unbeaten streak to 40 matches, setting a new global record for national selections.
Roma winger Matias Soule rejoins Argentina squad after birth of first child
Roma attacker Matias Soule has returned to Argentina's training camp after a brief leave of absence to welcome his firstborn son.
Cristian Romero named new Argentina captain
Defender Cristian Romero has been appointed as the new captain of the Argentina national team following the international retirement of Lionel Messi and Nicolas Otamendi.
Argentina players urge Lionel Scaloni to sign new contract
Argentina national team players have publicly pleaded with head coach Lionel Scaloni to extend his contract before Lionel Messi's farewell match.
Franco Mastantuono and Nico Paz on Messi's emotional Argentina farewell
Young stars Franco Mastantuono and Nico Paz discuss the emotional weight of Lionel Messi's upcoming international retirement and the uncertainty surrounding coach Lionel Scaloni.
Another Ballon d'Or for the GOAT! Alexis Mac Allister backs Lionel Messi
Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister discusses Lionel Messi's Ballon d'Or chances and the upcoming tactical shift for Argentina as they prepare for life after their captain.
Lionel Messi named in Argentina squad for farewell friendly against Benin
Argentina have included Lionel Messi in their squad for an October friendly against Benin, which is set to be the forward's official international farewell.
Immortal: The 5 iconic moments of Lionel Messi with Argentina
From a debut that lasted mere seconds to lifting the World Cup: Lionel Messi built an unforgettable story with the Argentina national team.
Valentin Barco: How a midfield switch changed my life
New Chelsea signing Valentin Barco reflects on how his transition from left-back to central midfield transformed his career trajectory.
Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sold for £2.5m
The football used during Diego Maradona's iconic 'Hand of God' goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final has been sold at auction.
FIFA bans Argentina's Paredes for 10 games after World Cup final clashes
Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been banned for 10 matches following on-field altercations after the 2026 World Cup final.
Argentina marks win over England with National Football Teams Day
The Argentine Football Association has designated 15 July as National Football Teams Day to commemorate their 2026 World Cup semi-final victory against England.