News of 2022

Argentina fans thank Bangladeshis for support by backing their cricket team

08-12-2022 16:19 The massive celebrations in Bangladesh that have been greeting Argentina's World Cup victories are being reciprocated by Albiceleste fans through a Facebook group in support of the Asian nation's cricket team.

Argentina hopeful Di María, De Paul fit for World Cup quarter-final

08-12-2022 15:01 Lionel Scaloni is optimistic Ángel Di María and Rodrigo De Paul will be available for Argentina's World Cup quarter-final against the Netherlands.

Argentina versus the Netherlands: a classic match-up in World Cup history

07-12-2022 09:56 The history of the World Cup has always had a place for Argentina versus the Netherlands.

Lautaro Martínez struggles as Argentina thrive at World Cup

06-12-2022 13:29 Argentina have gradually found their feet at the World Cup, improving with every game, but striker Lautaro Martínez has been going in the other direction.

Scaloni excited to take on Van Gaal in Netherlands clash

04-12-2022 18:31 Lionel Scaloni said he was looking forward to taking on Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal in the World Cup quarter-finals after his Argentina side beat Australia 2-1 on Saturday.

Messi magic helps send Argentina into World Cup final eight

03-12-2022 18:21 Albiceleste captain strikes to keep the nation's dream alive; Team will play the Netherlands in quarter-final matchup.

Argentina wary of Australia's speed ahead of World Cup clash

02-12-2022 13:40 Argentina's Rodrigo De Paul says the national team are wary of Australia's height and speed ahead of their World Cup last-16 clash in Doha on Saturday.

Albiceleste back on track in World Cup roller coaster

02-12-2022 11:04 It has been a roller coaster ride for Argentina at the World Cup in Qatar, but after veering off the rails early on, the Albiceleste are firmly back on track.

Maradona would be 'super happy', says Messi

01-12-2022 02:00 Skipper believes Argentina are moving up through the gears at precisely the right time at Qatar 2022 World Cup.

Australia awaits as Scaloneta starts to thrive under pressure

01-12-2022 00:04 When the team is in trouble, Lionel Messi normally steps forward to come to the rescue and drag his nation out of a hold. But this is 2022, and even when the superstar has an off-day, some more unlikely figures are more than ready to play the hero.

by Dan Edwards

Argentina and Poland face-off in battle to salvage World Cup campaigns

30-11-2022 08:55 With Poland going into the third matchday on four points, Argentina and Saudi Arabia on three, and Mexico on one, everything is wide open in Group C.

Messi and Lewandowski's World Cup dreams in the balance

30-11-2022 08:24 Either one of two of the biggest stars of European club football could fail to qualify for the knockout stages in Qatar and end their careers without tasting glory at the most prestigious tournament of all.

Messi golazo helps keep Argentina's World Cup hopes alive

26-11-2022 18:38 Albiceleste secure vital 2-0 win over Mexico; Messi the hero after firing home in 64th minute; Enzo Fernández adds second goal three minutes from time.

Messi nourishes dream of matching Maradona's tall Argentina legacy

26-11-2022 18:32 Lionel Messi's dream of matching late great Diego Maradona's Argentina legacy lives on after the crunch 2-0 victory over Mexico on Saturday evening.

Messi on brink as Albiceleste look to salvage World Cup

25-11-2022 08:06 Argentina's captain will have to lift himself – and his teammates – if Argentina are to beat Mexico on Saturday and keep their hopes of progressing alive.

Fans at World Cup pay homage to Maradona with shirts and chants

24-11-2022 08:12 Fans at the World Cup have noisy plans for Friday's second anniversary of the death of Diego Maradona.

Lionel Messi: 'This is the time to stick together'

22-11-2022 13:10 Captain Lionel Messi admits Argentina's shock loss to Saudi Arabia was a "very heavy blow."

Buenos Aires pauses for World Cup – and returns to life deflated

22-11-2022 11:54 Buenos Aires came to a halt on Tuesday to follow the Albiceleste’s debut match at the Qatar 2022 World Cup – but dreams soon turned to dismay for fans after Argentina’s 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia.

Saudi shock: Argentina suffer 2-1 loss in World Cup opener

22-11-2022 09:20 National team loses World Cup opener in Doha; Argentina defeated 2-1 by tireless and organised Saudi Arabia side; Messi scores penalty but is unable to inspire Albiceleste to victory; Crunch matches against Mexico and Poland to come.

Messi determined to enjoy likely last World Cup hurrah

21-11-2022 20:57 At 35 years of age, the diminutive magician is close to winding down his remarkable trophy-laden career – but he's determined to make the most of what is likely to be his final chance to win the World Cup.