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Messi scores again as Argentina head into World Cup last 32 on a high

Yesterday 01:36 Skipper came off the bench to score his sixth goal of the tournament as Argentina warmed up for their World Cup knockout tie with Cape Verde by beating Jordan.

Argentina wary of 'very tough' Cape Verde in World Cup last 32

Yesterday 01:25 Reigning champions face tournament debutants Cape Verde on Friday, July 3 in Miami.

British Embassy scores with World Cup watch parties

26-06-2026 13:32 UK Ambassador David Cairns hosts crowds for England-Ghana and Scotland-Brazil matches – just don’t mention the results…

by Michael Soltys

With or without Messi? Argentina's big question against Jordan

26-06-2026 11:12 Saturday's rotated side could still include players eager to maintain rhythm and those seeking it. Julián Álvarez is expected to start, with changes to the defence and midfield also likely.

Messi celebrates 39th birthday at the top of the world

24-06-2026 12:44 Argentina's all-time World Cup top scorer has been in unstoppable form, netting all five of his side's goals in two opening victories. As he celebrates his 39th birthday, are we finally coming to the end of the star's career?

Pope Leo expected to visit Argentina in November on three-day stop

24-06-2026 12:21 Argentine military bishop who met with pontiff at the Vatican this week says the itinerary is "practically defined" – though the Holy See has yet to issue an official announcement.

Skipper Messi on Austria win: ‘It was very even, very intense’

22-06-2026 17:07 Argentina’s captain scores both goals in 2-0 victory over Austria; “We’ve already given the fans plenty to cheer about, but we’ll try to give them one more reason to celebrate," says skipper.

Messi makes World Cup history to send Argentina into last 32

22-06-2026 16:49 Argentina's skipper scores twice as the Albiceleste defeat Austria 2-0 and secure their place in the knock-out round.

Argentina’s record against next World Cup 2026 opponent Austria

21-06-2026 18:19 Lionel Scaloni’s side will be looking to secure qualification for the Round of 32 in next group-stage clash against Austria; Teams have previously met just twice, with one win for Argentina and one draw.

Messi eyes World Cup record and birthday win against Austria

20-06-2026 22:30 Albiceleste captain celebrates his birthday on Wednesday and he will hope to hold the World Cup scoring record outright by then.

Israel gets thrown under the bus

20-06-2026 05:23 Unlike the US president and his business cronies, the Israelis have no illusions about the fanatical Iranian regime.

by James Neilson

Algeria file complaint over referee's decision on Messi tackle

19-06-2026 17:19 Argentina's skipper caught Algeria defender Aissa Mandi on the calf with a studs-up challenge from behind in the 30th minute of Tuesday's match but was not even booked.

Trump says Hormuz Strait to reopen Friday under US-Iran deal

16-06-2026 14:06 Reopening of vital oil route would mark a major step toward ending months of deadly conflict and economic turmoil triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February.

Heavyweights Argentina and France start World Cup quests

16-06-2026 11:12 Argentina take on Algeria in Kansas City, while France face Senegal in New Jersey.

Fans deploy 'asado' to challenge Kansas City's BBQ crown

15-06-2026 20:16 Argentina begin their World Cup defence in Kansas City, the self-styled global barbecue capital, but their fans insist they're already king of the grill.

Argentina launch bid for back-to-back title in Messi's sixth World Cup

15-06-2026 11:11 Algeria will be Argentina's first hurdle in Group J, while Austria and Jordan await in Dallas on June 22 and June 27.

Thiago Almada stakes his claim for Argentina starting spot

12-06-2026 17:38 Creative midfielder Thiago Almada has struggled for regular minutes at his club side Atlético Madrid, but now he's eyeing a starting slot for Argentina in their World Cup opener.

Enrique Macaya Márquez heads to his 18th World Cup at age 91

12-06-2026 11:30 Veteran Argentine broadcaster will extend a record that stretches back to Sweden 1958, linking football's black-and-white era with the modern global game.

Argentina calls up Senesi for World Cup after Balerdi injury

11-06-2026 16:52 Marcos Senesi has been added to the squad as a replacement for Leonardo Balerdi, who has been ruled out of the tournament with a muscle injury.

The World Cup effect: Football and politics in Argentina

11-06-2026 14:00 From dictatorship to democracy, World Cups have repeatedly coincided with some of Argentina's most consequential political and economic decisions.