The workload of the 37-year-old Argentina captain has been managed since the start of the Major League Soccer season.

Lionel Messi reacts to Argentina's dominant wins over Brazil and Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, sharing his thoughts after Raphinha's bold pre-match statement. Argentina delivered a resounding 4-1 victory over Brazil in the South American qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup,

Defending champion Argentina celebrated throughout Tuesday as the team secured its place at the 2026 World Cup hours before an historic 4-1 win over archrival Brazil. Bolivia’s failure to beat Uruguay meant Argentina had enough cushion in South American qualifying to secure one of the continent’s six direct spots for the 48-team World Cup set to be co-hosted next year by the U.

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano spoke about Lionel Messi’s physical condition and provided key details about his return after missing Argentina’s national team action. A minor muscular injury sustained in Inter Miami’s last match before the international break on Sunday,

Messi has been nursing an adductor strain in his left thigh. He felt discomfort during Inter Miami’s last match at Atlanta United March 16.

Argentina has no shortage of attackers with young Nico Paz making an appearance in the squad and Julian Alvarez in top form for Atletico Madrid but facing a strong Uruguay defense