As the summer transfer window nears its end, Inter Miami continues its search for reinforcements to strengthen its squad for a demanding schedule.  The latest

Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has named Lionel Messi's bitter rival, Cristiano Ronald,o as the toughest opponent he has faced in his career.

Youth Meets Experience in Fiery 31 Man SelectionMessi Still Leads... Shock Names in Scaloni’s List as Argentina Gear Up for World Cup PushArgentina coach Lionel Scaloni's unveiled his 31 man

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Argentina 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Squad Confirmed for September: Messi Missing Key Midfielder. The Argentina national team returns in September for their two final 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier games taking on Venezuela and Ecuador.

Palmeiras striker Jose Manuel Lopez also received his first Argentina callup on Monday for World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador. Lopez caught the eye of coach Lionel Scaloni for his goal-scoring output at Palmeiras, where he joined in 2022 from Lanús. The center forward has 15 goals in 42 matches this year.

Players from two of Spanish football’s leading clubs have been included in the latest squad called upon by the Argentine national team this week.Argentina are primed to return to action early next

Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr are reportedly planning to sign Lionel Messi's national teammate, Exequiel Palacios.

BUENOS AIRES, Aug 18 (Reuters) - Argentina's national team unveiled a revamped 31-man squad on Monday, led by Lionel Messi, for the South American qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador for the 2026 World Cup.

The fact that Inter Miami has lifted both the Supporters’ Shield and the Leagues Cup since Messi’s arrival tells you almost everything you need to know about his impact. Before the Argentine joined, the club—founded in 2018—had never won a single piece of silverware.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has included Lionel Messi in his preliminary list for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador on Sept. 4 and 9, respectively.

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso has praised the maturity of teenage newcomer Franco Mastantuono. The 18-year-old joined Madrid on a six-year deal and has already impressed Alonso with his confidence and quality.

Jose Mourinho has faced Lionel Messi many times throughout his career and admits the Argentina star has made him grow as a manager.