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Lionel Messi makes World Cup history in sensational one-man display
By Joe Donnohue Published
Lionel Messi's Argentina defeated Algeria by three goals to nil in Kansas City on Tuesday evening

Commentators, pundits and presenters for Argentina vs Algeria
By James Roberts Published
The reigning champions kick-off their defence of the World Cup in Kansas

Lionel Messi's final World Cup squad: Every player selected for Argentina's 2026 title defence
By Martin Mazur, Steven Chicken, Isaac Stacey Stronge, Ewan Gennery, Matthew Ketchell Last updated
Lionel Messi will play in his final FIFA World Cup this summer - here are the teammates hoping to win back-to-back titles

Argentina vs Algeria prediction as the champions begin their World Cup defence
By Chris Nee Published
Lionel Messi and Argentina arrive in Kansas City fully focused on three Group J points

‘Ronaldo and I clicked from the very first touch of the ball. I don’t want to compare him against Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo, but Il Fenomeno was the best’ Youri Djorkaeff’s verdict on three modern-day legends
By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The former France midfielder played with the Brazilian Ronaldo at Inter

‘With Lionel Messi, Argentina will be a major contender again for this World Cup. He knows better than anyone what the team needs’ Javier Zanetti assesses Argentina’s chances this summer
By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE The former Argentina skipper believes his successor will again be vital for the Albiceleste this summer

Is Messi playing at World Cup 2026?
By Chris Nee Published
Will Argentina captain Lionel Messi feature at the World Cup?

26 reasons why World Cup 2026 will be historic
By Chris Flanagan Published
Six-foot eagles, warmongering Peace Prize winners and Lady Gaga on pens? It could be quite the summer…

‘Lionel Messi didn’t need the World Cup to be among the greatest of all time, but he deserved it. He brought glory to Argentina’ Javier Zanetti on how Messi created history in 2022
By Joe Mewis Published
EXCLUSIVE Lionel Messi captained Argentina to the World Cup victory four years ago in Qatar
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