Players
Pablo Aimar: Messi has made us expect the unexpected
Argentina assistant coach Pablo Aimar reflects on being Lionel Messi's childhood idol, their shared journey from youth to the national team, and the recent success under Lionel Scaloni.
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Players
Laimer: Messi is the best, but Austria fear no one
Austria midfielder Konrad Laimer speaks exclusively to FIFA about his first World Cup, the influence of David Alaba, and the challenge of facing Lionel Messi's Argentina in Group J.
News
TV presenter resigns after falsely reporting Lionel Messi's father
An Argentine TV presenter resigned after falsely reporting that Lionel Messi's father had died during Argentina's World Cup opener. The misinformation spread rapidly before being corrected, sparking widespread criticism and a public apology.
News
Messi's father dealing with 'health-related situation'
Lionel Messi's father, Jorge, is under medical supervision for a health issue, the family confirmed. Messi was emotional after scoring in Argentina's World Cup win, citing personal difficulties. The family urged privacy and condemned speculation.
Matches
Best World Cup Goals from Round One: Messi, Mbappe, Vinicius Jr
Watch the best goals from the first round of the 2026 World Cup, including strikes from Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Vinicius Jr. Video available to UK users only.
Opinion
World Cup Power Rankings: France Lead After Opening Games
BBC Sport experts rank all 48 World Cup teams after their first matches. France tops the list following a dominant win over Senegal, while defending champions Argentina sit third despite an emphatic victory.
Matches
Messi, Mbappe, Haaland Shine on World Cup Opening Day
Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick for Argentina, Kylian Mbappe became France's all-time leading scorer, and Erling Haaland netted a double as Norway returned to the World Cup with a win. Austria also beat Jordan in their first World Cup match since 1998.
Matches
Messi scores twice in sixth World Cup opener, 200th Argentina cap
Lionel Messi scored a brace in his sixth World Cup opening match, which also marked his 200th appearance for Argentina.
Players
Messi ties Ronaldo Nazario as second top scorer in World Cup history
Lionel Messi has scored 15 World Cup goals, tying Ronaldo Nazario for second all-time. He needs one more to match Miroslav Klose's record of 16.
Players
Messi: I cried after first goal, but it was unrelated to football
Lionel Messi said he cried after scoring his first goal, but the tears were unrelated to football. He thanked his teammates and delegation for their support during difficult days.
Players
De Paul: Messi doesn't even know most records he's beating
Argentina midfielder Rodrigo de Paul says Lionel Messi is not chasing individual records but ends up breaking them all anyway.
Matches
Messi reveals non-football reason for tears after Argentina goal
Lionel Messi said he cried after scoring in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria due to a personal matter unrelated to football. The 38-year-old scored a hat-trick on his 200th appearance, becoming the all-time joint top World Cup scorer with 16 goals.
Matches
Messi makes history with first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina win
Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick to lead Argentina to a 3-0 win over Algeria, becoming the first player to feature at six World Cups and equaling the record for most World Cup goals.
Matches
David Alaba eyes upset against Messi's Argentina after Austria's
Austria captain David Alaba says his team will rely on momentum from their first World Cup victory since 1990 to challenge defending champions Argentina and Lionel Messi in their second group match.
Players
Lionel Messi's World Cup records: owned and chased
Lionel Messi has set numerous World Cup records, including most appearances, assists, and dribbles. He recently equaled Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals and 17 victories, and became the oldest hat-trick scorer at 38.
Players
Messi's World Cup return: From dazzling winger to strolling veteran
Lionel Messi enters his sixth World Cup at age 38, a vastly different player from the teenage winger who debuted for Barcelona in 2003. His evolution through multiple reinventions—from false nine to deep-lying playmaker—has kept him dominant as Argentina aim to defend their title.
Teams
Jordan's World Cup debut: From Redknapp to Messi
Jordan makes their World Cup debut in 2026 after decades of near misses and strategic overhauls. The team faces Austria and possibly Argentina, with a journey marked by English coaches Ray Wilkins and Harry Redknapp, and a shift toward long-term development.
Matches
World Cup Matchday 6: Argentina, France Begin Campaigns
Matchday 6 of the 2026 World Cup features defending champions Argentina and 2022 finalists France. Key matches include France vs Senegal, Norway vs Iraq, and Austria vs Jordan, with several teams returning after long absences.
News
Scaloni: Messi, Martínez, Romero feeling better
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has confirmed that Lionel Messi, Emiliano Martínez, and Cristian Romero are all feeling better ahead of upcoming matches.
Players
Emiliano Martínez cleared to play for Argentina after injury recovery
Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has recovered from injury and will be available for Argentina's upcoming matches, according to TyC Sports reporter Gastón Edul. Medical tests in the last 24 hours gave the green light from the coaching staff.