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Mates, mate and freedom - how Argentina got the best out of Messi
Guillem Balague examines how the Argentina squad is built around Lionel Messi as they prepare to play against England in the World Cup semi-finals.
July 15, 2026'Easy to create divisions' - Kane says England are 'completely together'
England captain Harry Kane says the squad are "completely together" before their World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
July 13, 2026Messi set for long-awaited first England clash in World Cup semi-final - Reuters
Messi set for long-awaited first England clash in World Cup semi-final Reuters
July 12, 2026Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next
Jude Bellingham again dazzles England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time greats.
July 12, 2026Artists restore gigantic Messi mural in his hometown - Reuters
Artists restore gigantic Messi mural in his hometown Reuters
July 10, 2026Griezmann says Orlando move fulfills MLS dream as Messi reunion awaits - Reuters
Griezmann says Orlando move fulfills MLS dream as Messi reunion awaits Reuters
July 8, 2026Magic mortal Messi rescues Argentina and lives to fight another day - Reuters
Magic mortal Messi rescues Argentina and lives to fight another day Reuters
July 7, 2026Tearful Messi inspires Argentina to stunning comeback win over Egypt - Reuters
Tearful Messi inspires Argentina to stunning comeback win over Egypt Reuters
July 7, 2026Messi rescues Argentina with equaliser against Egypt
Lionel Messi scores a late equaliser for Argentina against Egypt to level the game at 2-2 during their match in Atlanta.
July 7, 2026The different ways Salah and Messi are viewed by their people
Mohamed Salah and Lionel Messi will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup on Tuesday with their nations' hopes resting firmly on their shoulders.
July 7, 2026Messi answers the call once again as Argentina survive scare - Reuters
Messi answers the call once again as Argentina survive scare Reuters
July 4, 2026'Sensational' Messi finish gives Argentina the lead
Lionel Messi hits Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde with a "sensational" finish in Miami, as he scores in an eighth consecutive World Cup game.
July 4, 2026Seventh heaven for Messi as Argentina maintain winning start - Reuters
Seventh heaven for Messi as Argentina maintain winning start Reuters
June 28, 2026Messi becomes first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches - Reuters
Messi becomes first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup matches Reuters
June 28, 2026Messi on the bench as Argentina makes nine changes for Jordan clash - Reuters
Messi on the bench as Argentina makes nine changes for Jordan clash Reuters
June 28, 2026Scaloni confirms Messi will not start against Jordanians - Reuters
Scaloni confirms Messi will not start against Jordanians Reuters
June 26, 2026Argentina sings collective happy birthday to Messi - Reuters
Argentina sings collective happy birthday to Messi Reuters
June 24, 2026Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?
Argentina great Lionel Messi turns 39 today and has been lighting up the World Cup this summer, but how well do you know his journey so far?
June 24, 2026Stars sparkle early as Messi and Mbappe light up World Cup - Reuters
Stars sparkle early as Messi and Mbappe light up World Cup Reuters
June 23, 2026All the angles of Messi's record-breaking goal
Watch all the angles of Lionel Messi's record-breaking opening goal against Austria in Argentina's 2-0 victory.
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'Easy to create divisions' - Kane says England are 'completely together'
England have reached a World Cup semi-final for the fourth time England captain Harry Kane says the squad are "completely together" before their World Cup semi-final against Argentina after Jude Bell
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Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next
Jude Bellingham was England's two-goal hero again as they beat Norway to reach the World Cup semi-final. Jude Bellingham has carried England through the altitude of Mexico City then the searing heat
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Messi rescues Argentina with equaliser against Egypt
There was an error Lionel Messi scores a late equaliser for Argentina against Egypt to level the game at 2-2 during their match in Atlanta. Watch more Fifa World Cup 2026 video. Available to UK use
Messi v Salah: A World Cup meeting of two national icons
Mohamed Salah and Lionel Messi could both be playing in their last World Cup Lionel Messi v Mohamed Salah. Footballing legends. National icons. Argentina face Egypt in Atlanta on Tuesday (17:00 BST
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'Sensational' Messi finish gives Argentina the lead
There was an error Lionel Messi hits Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde with a "sensational" finish in Miami, as he scores in an eighth consecutive World Cup game. Watch more Fifa World Cup
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Quiz: How well do you know birthday boy Messi at World Cups?
Argentina legend Lionel Messi celebrates his 39th birthday today at the same time he has been lighting up yet another World Cup. How well do you remember the icon's World Cup journey so far? Here are
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Messi makes World Cup history as Argentina reach last 32
There was an error Lionel Messi becomes the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer as his double against Austria sends holders Argentina into the last 32. MATCH REPORT: Argentina 2-0 Austria Avail