Argentina manager whose contract expires in December 2026, emotional after World Cup final loss to Spain.
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Joy Online
… Lionel Scaloni’s side, who were at a numerical advantage for almost 50 minutes, will now face fierce rivals England in the second semi-final at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday. …
Argentina sink Switzerland to set up England semiJoy Online
… Argentina had created precious little up to that point, but Romero’s 79th-minute header sparked Lionel Scaloni’s team into life before Messi slammed home his 21st World Cup goal to set up a frantic conclusion to a pulsating contest. …
Argentina complete extraordinary comeback to beat EgyptJoy Online
… This is Argentina—if you don’t understand that… it’s hard… we Argentines will understand it, because nothing comes easy.” Lionel Scaloni, Argentina head coach
Argentina survive Cabo Verde scare to book Egypt dateDaily Guide
… With Argentina already assured of top spot in Group J, head coach Lionel Scaloni rested several key players, leaving Messi among the substitutes. …
Messi Sets New World Cup Record As Argentina Beat Jordan 3-1Joy Online
… With top spot already confirmed ahead of the match, Messi was named among the substitutes as Lionel Scaloni made nine changes from the team that started their 2-0 win over Austria on Monday. …
Magic Messi strikes again in Argentina victoryJoy Online
… It is not just his goals, but it is his contribution to the team. “The way he knits things together – he is the little guy for the big moments. “I suppose the negative side for Lionel Scaloni is that he probably wants other players to contribute with goals. …
From retirement to records – another immortal Messi momentJoy Online
… He was also called up by Lionel Scaloni in March but did not play in two friendlies. …
FIFA impose worldwide ban on Benfica’s PrestianniLionel Messi, thirty-nine, played his final World Cup as Argentina lost the 2026 final one-nil to Spain. Despite the loss, Messi's World Cup legacy remains marked by moments of brilliance across a decades-long tournament presence.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lionel Messi, thirty-nine, played his final World Cup as Argentina lost the 2026 final one-nil to Spain. Despite the loss, Messi's World Cup legacy remains marked by moments of brilliance across a decades-long tournament presence.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into violent scenes following Spain's World Cup final win, with several Argentina players potentially facing bans. The investigation covers post-match incidents including altercations between players, and also examines Argentina's conduct after their semi-final win when players displayed a politically-themed banner.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Spain teenager Lamine Yamal, 19 years and six days, has won both the World Cup and Euros, making him the youngest player to achieve the double. The article compares his symbolic embrace with Lionel Messi at the World Cup final to a passing of the torch, noting Yamal recovered from a hamstring injury to play a key role in Spain's tournament run.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni became tearful during a post-match news conference after Spain defeated his side 1-0 in the World Cup final, saying his contract expires in December and he needs time to decide whether to continue.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute. The victory gave Spain their second World Cup title and first since 2010, with Argentina finishing the match down to 10 men after Enzo Fernández's red card.
19 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Argentina defender Cristian Romero called Gary Neville "stupid" for describing his centre-back partnership with Lisandro Martinez as "the best, worst centre-half pairing in the world" ahead of Argentina's 2-1 World Cup semi-final win over England. Both players were booked in the match but played a significant role in limiting England to two shots on target.
17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Argentina defender Cristian Romero called Gary Neville "stupid" for describing his centre-back partnership with Lisandro Martinez as "the best, worst centre-half pairing in the world" ahead of Argentina's 2-1 World Cup semi-final win over England. Both defenders were booked in the match but helped limit England to two shots on target as Argentina came from behind to victory.
17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Argentina's players celebrated their 2-1 World Cup semi-final victory over England with a banner claiming the Falkland Islands as Argentine territory, risking a FIFA fine for breaching rules on political action. FIFA previously fined the Argentine Football Association £20,000 in 2014 for a similar banner displayed before a friendly match.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Enrique Macaya Marquez, an Argentine broadcaster aged 91, is covering his 18th consecutive World Cup after beginning his career at the 1958 tournament in Sweden. Over nearly seven decades, he has reported on Pele, Diego Maradona, Lionel Messi and many other players while witnessing football transform through technological and structural changes.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
England bid to end Lionel Messi's dream of winning back-to-back World Cups and reach their first final in six decades as they face holders Argentina in a World Cup semifinal. The match marks the first competitive meeting between the sides since 2002 and the first time Messi has ever played against England.
15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time as Argentina defeated Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. Argentina will face England in the semi-final at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday.
12 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi, and Enzo Fernandez scored the comeback goals, with Fernandez's injury-time header sealing the win.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Argentina defeated Cabo Verde 2–1 in extra time in a FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Miami to advance to the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt. Lionel Messi scored once and assisted on the winning goal, an own goal by Diney Borges from a Messi corner.
4 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lionel Messi came off the bench in the 60th minute to score a trademark free-kick as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 in Dallas, extending his World Cup goal tally to a record 19 and becoming the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches.
30 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Lionel Messi came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026 as Argentina defeated Jordan 3-1 in Dallas, netting an 80th-minute free-kick to extend his streak to seven consecutive World Cup games with a goal. With top spot already secured, Messi was rested initially before being brought on after an hour to help restore Argentina's two-goal advantage.
28 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Lionel Messi, who retired from international football in 2016 after Copa America disappointment, reversed that decision and has led Argentina to two Copa America titles and the 2022 World Cup. At nearly 39, he became the World Cup's all-time leading scorer after scoring twice against Austria.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni has received a worldwide ban for abusing Vinicius Jr, extending his UEFA six-match suspension to cover Argentina's first two World Cup matches if he is selected. The 20-year-old admitted to homophobic language towards Real Madrid's Vinicius during a Champions League match in February.
6 May 2026 · Joy Online →