Reigning champions Argentina assemble ahead of World Cup qualifiers
BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA - NOVEMBER 19: Lionel Messi of Argentina looks on prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 South American Qualifier match between Argentina and Peru at Estadio Alberto J. Armando on November 19, 2024 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. (Photo by Carlos Sipán/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)
Lionel Messi rejoined Argentina's national team the first time on Sunday, following a seven-month international absence, to prepare for this month's FIFA World Cup South American Qualifiers against Chile and Colombia.
The last time Messi played for his country was in November 2024. The World Cup winning captain missed the Albiceleste's matches in March due to a muscle problem, but is now back in good form.
The 37-year-old striker was named Major League Soccer (MLS) Player of the Week ...