Argentina, moved one step closer to securing their place at the 2026 World Cup with a crucial 1-0 victory over Uruguay without their biggest star, Lionel Messi, as well as key attackers Lautaro Martinez and Paulo Dybala. After the match, Scaloni delivered a six-word message that perfectly encapsulated the team’s resilience.

The road to the World Cup 2026 has already seen its fair share of drama, but one story stands out among the rest. While giants like Germany, Brazil, Argentina, and England are expected to feature in the tournament, a surprise contender has emerged—a little country from Oceania.

With Lionel Messi sidelined due to injury, Uruguay is set to host Argentina for Matchday 13 of the CONMEBOL 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

Uruguay will face off against Argentina in Matchday 13 of the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers. Here, you can find information on the date, venue, kickoff time, and broadcast options for viewers in the USA.

Not everyone believes the outcome of the 2022 World Cup was entirely fair. A former French international has now made a shocking claim, suggesting that Argentina’s victory was preordained by FIFA. According to him, the 2022 World Cup was ‘given to Messi’, and even some French fans were rooting for him to lift the trophy.

Despite the absence of key players like Lionel Messi and Lautaro Martínez, Scaloni expressed confidence in his squad's ability to perform well against Uruguay. He mentioned some uncertainty in midfield but highlighted the depth of talent within his squad. He acknowledged the challenges presented by the upcoming matches.

Colombia’s James Rodriguez has reignited controversy months after the 2024 Copa America final, alleging that referee Raphael Claus unfairly favored Lionel Messi’s Argentina in their dramatic title clash.

Martínez had been dealing with a muscle problem, missing Inter's Champions League match against Feyenoord. Despite scoring against Atalanta, further assessment confirmed the hamstring injury. His absence will require the coach to implement significant changes to the team’s strategy.

After being ruled out of the Argentina national team, a former Lionel Messi's coach addresses his fitness and the doubts surrounding his participation in the 2026 World Cup.

Messi expressed his disappointment on Instagram, stating that the injury prevents him from participating in the important matches. The upcoming FIFA international break gives him time to recover. However, his return to action for Inter Miami is uncertain, with a potential comeback date set after the international break.

After being left out the squad list, Argentina star Lionel Messi reveals why he will miss the World Cup Qualifier games against Uruguay and Brazil.

With Lionel Messi ruled out for the games against Uruguay and Brazil, questions rose regarding who will use the iconic No. 10 with Argentina.

Both Lionel Messi and Neymar will be absent from the upcoming Argentina-Brazil clash, raising the question: When was the last time neither of them featured in this historic rivalry?

Messi's injury and impending retirement highlight the need for Argentina to prepare for a future without their star player. While he's expected to be part of the 2026 World Cup, his participation isn’t guaranteed. Scaloni must cultivate a team capable of success with and without Messi's presence.

With World Cup Qualifier games against Uruguay and Brazil approaching, Argentina national team suffered a major setback as star Lionel Messi will surprisingly miss the upcoming matchups.