Lionel Messi is set to lead Argentina’s title defence at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being named in Lionel Scaloni's final 26-man squad.

Lionel Scaloni, entrenador de la selección argentina, dejó fuera del Mundial 2026 a dos figuras del fútbol europeo y apostó por un goleador que milita en Sudamérica.

Lionel Messi will captain Argentina at the World Cup, national coach Lionel Scaloni announced Thursday as he unveiled his 26-man squad.

Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni has revealed the 26-player squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Captain Lionel Messi will lead the team in his sixth World Cup appearance. The…

Forward, 38, will lead La Albiceleste's bid to retain title