Lionel Messi and Argentina will take the pitch for their final international friendly against Iceland, before launching their highly anticipated 2026 World Cup campaign against Algeria. Follow every critical play,

If Messi plays in 2026, he would become the first player in history to appear in six World Cups. The current record stands at five, shared by several players across generations. Reaching six would highlight not only his longevity but also his ability to remain competitive at the highest level for two decades.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are once again being celebrated for World Cup records and along with the likes of Manuel Neuer and Luka Modrić symbolize a new age trend in elite football. Whereas players used to be considered past their prime in their early 30s,

A record 1,248 players representing 48 nations are on the final World Cup rosters released by FIFA on Tuesday. The rosters include Lionel Messi of Argentina, Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal and Guillermo Ochoa of Mexico,

Elite careers can extend well beyond what previous generations thought possible. For decades, professional soccer operated under a simple assumption: once players reached their mid-30s, the end of their careers was usually in sight.

Max Verstappen has praised Lionel Messi in a recent Red Bull Racing Instagram video, with the Formula 1 champion reflecting on the Argentine’s unique brilliance. Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers ever, Messi continues to draw admiration ...