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FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi set for first-ever clash against England as Argentina eye final berth

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Atlanta [US] July 13 (ANI): Argentina captain Lionel Messi is set to tick off one of the few remaining firsts in his extraordinary international career when he faces England for the first time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final in Atlanta on Wednesday (local time).Despite representing Argentina for more than two decades and facing every other World Cup-winning nation, Messi has never played against the Three

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Variety

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· Jun 30, 2026

Autographed Lionel Messi Jerseys Drop Online as Argentine Star Leads Team Into World Cup Knockout Round

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is into the knockout rounds and all eyes will be on Lionel Messi, as the soccer legend leads Argentina onwards in their campaign to claim a second consecutive World Cup title. Argentina finished atop Group J with a perfect 3-0 record and now head into the Round of 16 for []

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· Jul 8, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: A look at the quarterfinal fixtures following Argentina, Switzerland wins

New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Following Argentina's epic comeback win over Egypt in the round of 16, which saw Lionel Messi deliver some magic once again, and Switzerland prevailing in the clash against Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw, the quarterfinal line-up for the ongoing FIFA World Cup has been decided. The quarterfinal line-up for FIFA World Cup 2026 promises to generate matches between

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 10, 2026

2026 World Cup: Lamine Yamal picks team he wants Spain to play in final

Spain winger, Lamine Yamal, has said his dream for the final of the 2026 World Cup, would be to face Argentina. La Roja are set to face Belgium in a quarter-final clash on Friday night. On Sunday, Argentina, who are the current champions, will take on Switzerland for a place in the semi-finals. Yamal has said he wants [] 2026 World Cup: Lamine Yamal picks team he wants Spain to play in final

Sports Mole

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· Jul 2, 2026

2026 World Cup could still treat us to a Lionel Messi vs. Cristiano Ronaldo final "if the stars align"

There could be a Cristiano Ronaldo vs. Lionel Messi final at the 2026 World Cup, with Portugal and Argentina in opposite sides of the draw.

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· Jun 21, 2026

Why Lionel Messi avoided red card for covering his mouth while Almiron was sent off at World Cup

Lionel Messi was at the centre of a 2026 World Cup row after Argentina's 3-0 victory against Algeria. Now, the 39-year-old could potentially be involved in another.

101GREATGOALS.COM

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· Jul 10, 2026

Argentina v Switzerland: World Cup 2026 line-ups, stats and preview as Lionel Messi targets semi finals, TV channel, online stream and prediction

World Cup 2026 preview as Argentina face Switzerland

FOX Sports Digital

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· Jun 29, 2026

Brazil vs. Japan Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match

Check out the odds for the Brazil vs. Japan Round of 32 matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Us Weekly

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· Jun 26, 2026

All the Celebrities Cheering on Global Soccer at the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup is officially here— and the stars are stepping out to root for their favorite teams. The global soccer tournament will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the qualifying teams competing in matchups throughout the three countries this summer ahead of the championship game at MetLife Stadium in []

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· Jun 30, 2026

Will Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo Play at the Next World Cup?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been the best players in the last two decades of football, but will they make it to the 2030 World Cup?

The Independent

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· Jul 8, 2026

World Cup 2026 stats: Who’s hit more shots than Mbappe? Who’s run further than Kane? Who’s tackled more than Anderson?

Lionel Messi, Youri Tielemans and Pedri all stand out among the numbers at the 2026 World Cup so far

CBS Sports

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· Jul 8, 2026

2026 World Cup Golden Boot odds: Lionel Messi retakes lead and favored betting role entering quarterfinals

Lionel Messi is back in front for the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot

Vanguard News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Messi headlines MLS All-Star Game roster featuring 13 FIFA World Cup stars

Lionel Messi will headline the 2026 Major League Soccer (MLS) All-Star Game after being named among 13 FIFA World Cup players selected for the showcase event. The post Messi headlines MLS All-Star Game roster featuring 13 FIFA World Cup stars appeared first on Vanguard News.

Al Jazeera

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· Jul 11, 2026

Argentina vs Switzerland: World Cup quarterfinal – Messi, prediction, news

Lionel Messi's Argentina faces Breel Embolo's Switzerland for a place in the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

OneFootball

· Jun 23, 2026

🤔Mbappé chasing Messi: how many goals behind Leo is Kylian?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the stage for a remarkable statistical race. After the tournament’s latest matchdays, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé continue finding the net, cementing a historic rivalr...

Yahoo Sports

· Jul 12, 2026

The 2026 World Cup has produced a dream semifinal field in Argentina, England, France and Spain

The four semifinalists are the four teams atop FIFA's world rankings.

The Standard

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· Jul 4, 2026

World Cup 2026 top scorers: Lionel Messi back in front in star-studded race for Golden Boot

England’s saviour is in hot pursuit of France superstar

KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 11, 2026

'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland

Lionel Messi and Argentina are playing for a World Cup semifinal spot in Kansas City, Missouri, and Jason Sudeikis is paying attention.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 23, 2026

Mesin gol pamer bisa

LOS ANGELES: Pentas Piala Dunia 2026 menjadi medan Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, dan Erling Haaland mempamerkan sentuhan berbisa untuk membantu pasukan masing-masing mengharungi kempen awal kejohanan dengan cemerlang. Tumpuan utama sudah tentu terarah kepada Messi,39, yang telah mengumpul lima gol selepas dua perlawanan, dengan terbaharu meledak dua gol ketika Argentina menewaskan Austria 2-0 dalam aksi ... Read more The post Mesin gol pamer bisa appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Ariana News

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· Jul 12, 2026

FIFA World Cup semi-final line-up confirmed

The winners of the two matches will advance to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, while the losing teams will contest the third-place play-off. The post FIFA World Cup semi-final line-up confirmed first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

Sada Elbalad

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· Jun 23, 2026

2026 FWC Day 12 Highlights: Messi New Record, France & Norway to Knockouts

Lionel Messi made history on the 12th day of the FIFA World Cup 2026, becoming the tournament’s all-time leading goalscorer and leading Argentina into the Round of 32.

Sweden Herald

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· Jun 22, 2026

World Cup guide: Messi in media row ahead of Argentina group final

World Cup guide: Messi in media row ahead of Argentina group final

NDTV

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· Jul 2, 2026

Messi Gets Searched At Airport Tarmac, Teammate's BBQ Lighter Confiscated

Lionel Messi has six goals in three matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Amid a group of highly effective strikers like Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappe, Harry Kane, and Ousmane Dembele, Messi has held...

India TV News

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· Jul 7, 2026

ARG vs EGY FIFA World Cup round of 16 LIVE: Lionel Messi in action as Argentina look to QF berth

The round of 16 stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 sees defending champions Argentina taking on Egypt. The two sides will meet at the Atlanta Stadium, and both sides will hope to put in their best performance. It is worth noting that Argentina have been in impeccable form in the tournament, with star forward Lionel Messi carrying the side, having scored 7 goals, Messi is the current top-scorer of the tournament, and he will hope to add to the tally going forward.

DNyuz

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· Jul 12, 2026

At World Cup Ticket Prices, Even Messi Can’t Fill a Stadium

Lionel Messi is perhaps the biggest draw in all of sports right now. Playing in what is almost certainly his final World Cup, each game could be the last on the most vaunted of stages for the 39-year-old Argentina captain. But in Argentina’s quarterfinal victory over Switzerland on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, []

CBC | Sports News

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· Jun 24, 2026

While focus remains on men's World Cup, clock starts on 2027 Women's World Cup

While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.

BBC Sport

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· Jul 12, 2026

'We should all be excited' - Messi set for first England meeting

Lionel Messi is set for his first match against England after Argentina beat Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals.

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