As Argentina kicks off its title defence against Algeria, look back at the pure ecstasy of Lionel Messi's historic 2022 World Cup triumph over France.

'Ecstasy All Over': What happened the last time Messi featured in a FIFA World Cup game?

Lionel Messi is declared 100% fit alongside Martínez and Álvarez as defending champions Argentina prepare to launch their World Cup title defence against Algeria.

FIFA World Cup: Argentina receive triple boost as Messi, Alvarez return from injury ahead of title defence



Argentina captain Lionel Messi trained intensely ahead of his team's FIFA World Cup opening match against Algeria on Monday.

FIFA 2026: Lionel Messi trains hard ahead of Argentina's tournament opener

Messi (38) and Ronaldo (41) might be playing for the last time in a FIFA World Cup - a record sixth for them. Along with them, Neymar from Brazil, Modric from Croatia and Manuel Neuer from Germany might hang up boots as well.

FIFA 2026 | Messi, Ronaldo and who else? Meet players playing potentially last football World Cup

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, here’s a look at the WC stats of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo ahead of the tournament.

Messi vs Ronaldo in FIFA World Cup: Who has performed better?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 could finally see Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo face each other in a competitive international match for their countries. Here’s a look at the possible scenarios in which the two football icons could meet on the biggest stage.

FIFA World Cup 2026: When will Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo face off?

Lionel Messi will lead defending champions Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026, which begins on Jun 11, as he looks to chase several milestones in the tournament. Here are five records he could break this season.

FIFA World Cup 2026: 5 records Lionel Messi could break

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaching, here’s a look at the five highest goal scorers in the history of the tournament.

Meet top 5 goal scorers in FIFA World Cup history

Explore six of the most famous FIFA World Cup goals ever scored, featuring Diego Maradona, Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez, Dennis Bergkamp and more. Relive the moments that shaped football history and captivated fans across generations

From Diego Maradona to Lionel Messi to James Rodriguez | The goals that shook the world: FIFA World Cup's most memorable strikes

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are set for a historic sixth FIFA World Cup in 2026. Explore their legendary rivalry, records, legacy, and the possibility of a dream World Cup showdown

Messi vs Ronaldo at FIFA World Cup 2026: The final chapter as two GOATs set for one last dance

A giant Lionel Messi statue in Kolkata was dismantled due to safety concerns about strong winds. The removal has sparked political debate in West Bengal amid changing leadership

70-foot Lionel Messi statue taken down in Kolkata due to 'safety concerns' after 'swaying in wind'

Messi, 38, confirmed for record sixth World Cup as Argentina named squad for 2026. Despite hamstring scare at Inter Miami, Scaloni included the captain. La Albiceleste open Group J against Algeria on June 16, eyeing back-to-back titles.

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Messi named in 26-man Argentina squad despite injury scare

Lionel Messi suffered a left hamstring overload and was substituted during Inter Miami's win over Philadelphia Union, raising fitness concerns ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026.

Inter Miami offer details on Messi's injury and recovery time ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi sparked World Cup 2026 concern after limping off in Inter Miami’s latest game. With Argentina’s title defence looming, fans fear a potential setback, while coach Lionel Scaloni downplayed the injury, calling it precautionary.

Lionel Messi limps off in MLS game in setback for Argentina as FIFA World Cup 2026 nears

Messi started against Zambia in a friendly on Mar 31 ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 where he's still not certain to play. The tournament is scheduled to be played from Jul 11 to Jul 19 in the USA, Canada and Mexico, meaning the 38-year-old may have played his final match at home.

Argentina 5-0 Zambia: Emotional Messi scores in friendly as defending champions prepare for World Cup

This could be taken as a sign to Messi's participation in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 which starts Jun 11. Messi, who helped Argentina lift the trophy in last edition, is 38-year-old and was ambiguous about his participation in the quadrennial event until now.

Football World Cup 2026 | Argentina's Messi to start against Zambia in FIFA friendly

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, Argentina have scheduled two friendly matches, one against Mauritania, which has already been played and another against Zambia on Apr 1.

'It is not for me to decide': Argentina manager Scaloni on Messi’s availability for FIFA World Cup

Messi is now only the second player in football history to reach 900-goal mark behind his Portuguese contemporary Cristiano Ronaldo who has 959 goals to his name. Despite Messi's historic goal, Inter Miami were crashed out of the tournament as Nashville advanced to the QFs on away goal basis.

Messi reaches 900-goal mark but Inter Miami out of CONCACAF Champions Cup - WATCH

The Argentine superstar's 80th goal for Miami takes his career tally to 899, leaving him just one away from reaching the 900-goal milestone.

Major League Soccer: Messi closes in on 900 goals as Inter Miami beat DC United

The players came bearing gifts for Trump, including a No. 47 jersey from the team's signature pink kit, reflecting his status as the nation's 47th president.

US President Donald Trump hosts Messi, Inter Miami players at White House for winning 2025 MLS Cup championship

Lionel Messi scored one goal in the match and Santiago Morales added another, helping Inter Miami win 2-1. Earlier in the season, Miami had lost 3-0 to Los Angeles Club. Their next match will be against Orlando City SC.

WATCH | Lionel Messi knocked down as fans invade pitch during Inter Miami’s friendly

French star Antoine Griezmann is in advanced talks with Orlando City. Is the Atletico Madrid icon set to join Messi and Suarez in the United States?

After Messi, Suarez, Antoine Griezmann becomes latest La Liga icon to eye MLS move – Report

LAFC stuns Inter Miami! Son Heung-min outshines Lionel Messi as Los Angeles FC secures a dominant 3-0 win in the 2026 MLS opener. See the match highlights, David Martinez’s clinical finish, and how a record crowd of 75,000 witnessed Messi’s Herons fall at the LA Coliseum.

Lionel Messi’s Miami loses MLS opener to Son’s LAFC in battle of global stars

From Cristiano Ronaldo to Harry Kane here is a look at five players fastest to score 500 goals. The list features the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Robert Lewandowski as well with Kane recently joining the elite club. 

From Cristiano Ronaldo to Harry Kane, 5 players fastest to score 500 goals

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'Ecstasy All Over': What happened the last time Messi featured in a FIFA World Cup game?

Argentina receive triple World Cup boost as Messi, Alvarez return from injury

FIFA 2026: Lionel Messi trains hard ahead of Argentina's tournament opener

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Messi vs Ronaldo in FIFA World Cup: Who has performed better?

FIFA World Cup 2026: When will Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo face off?

FIFA World Cup 2026: 5 records Lionel Messi could break

Meet top 5 goal scorers in FIFA World Cup history

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70-foot Lionel Messi statue taken down in Kolkata due to 'safety concerns'

FIFA World Cup 2026 | Messi named in 26-man Argentina squad despite injury scare

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Lionel Messi limps off in MLS game in setback for Argentina as FIFA World Cup 2026 nears

WATCH | Emotional Messi scores in friendly vs Zambia in possibly last home game

Football World Cup 2026 | Argentina's Messi to start against Zambia in friendly

'It is not for me to decide': Scaloni on Messi’s availability for FIFA World Cup

WATCH | Messi reaches historic 900-goal mark

MLS: Messi closes in on 900 goals as Inter Miami beat DC United

Trump hosts Messi, Inter Miami players at White House for winning 2025 MLS Cup

WATCH | Messi knocked down as fans invade pitch during Inter Miami’s friendly

After Messi, Griezmann becomes latest La Liga icon to eye MLS move – Report

Lionel Messi’s Miami loses MLS opener to Son’s LAFC in battle of global stars

From Cristiano Ronaldo to Harry Kane, 5 players fastest to score 500 goals