Argentina
Messi and Co on cusp of 2026 FIFA World Cup finals
Argentina are on the cusp of guaranteeing their spot in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 22 points from 10 matches in the South American qualifying standings.
Argentina hit by massive transport strike
Over a million passengers were affected by the industrial action, which saw over 1,800 trains canceled, according to Trenes Argentinos, the state-owned rail operator in Buenos Aires.
Tributes pour in for Liam Payne
A multitude of celebrities from around the globe have been expressing their condolences following the unexpected passing of Liam Payne, the former member of One Direction.
Messi never ceases to amaze, says Scaloni
Lionel Scaloni has been witness to many of Lionel Messi's magical moments over the course of his career but the Argentina manager said on Tuesday that even at the age of 37 his captain continues to amaze him.
Messi hattrick leads Argentina to 6-0 win over Bolivia
Making only his second international appearance since recovering from an injury sustained at the Copa America in July, Messi capitalised on a mistake by defender Marcelo Suarez to open the scoring in the 19th minute.
Argentina seek to stay top as Brazil fight for form
Reigning world champions Argentina remain top with 19 points, holding a three-point lead over Colombia, despite being held to a 1-1 draw by Venezuela in their previous match, where Lionel Messi returned from injury.
Venezuela hold Argentina to 1-1 draw on Messi's return
Argentina were held to a 1-1 draw against Venezuela on Thursday in Lionel Messi's return to international duty in South America's World Cup qualifiers.
Futsal World Cup / Brazil, Argentina meet in final tonight
These two teams already faced off in a 2024 final: the CONMEBOL Copa America Futsal, where Brazil won 2-0 thanks to goals from Pito and Rafael Dos Santos.
Argentine court authorizes transfer of Maradona's remains
An Argentine court on Tuesday authorized the transfer of football legend Diego Maradona's remains, at his daughters' request, from a cemetery to a mausoleum to be built for him in central Buenos Aires.
Argentine female referee seeks 'justice' after on-field attack
Argentine football referee Dalma Cortadi appealed Monday for justice to be done after she was punched from behind by a male player who disagreed with her on-field ruling during a regional league match.
Atletico sign Argentina full back Molina
Atletico Madrid have signed versatile Argentina defender Nahuel Molina from Udinese on a five-year contract, the LaLiga club announced on Thursday.
With Juve it was not a financial problem: Dybala
AS Roma forward Paulo Dybala said on Tuesday his contract with former club Juventus had not been renewed because he was not part of the Serie A club's future plans while thousands of AS Roma fans welcomed him in the Italian capital.
‘Brazil, Argentina are favourites to win 2022 World Cup’
Spain coach Luis Enrique said he considers Argentina and Brazil the favourites to win the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Argentina eye 33rd against Estonia
Following their thumping victory over Italy at the Finalissima, Argentina are looking to continue their excellent form in the build-up to November's World Cup as they take on Estonia in an international friendly at Estadio El Sadar in Spain tonight.
World Cup is something else, says Scaloni
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni categorically denied that his team are the favourites to win the Qatar 2022 World Cup after beating Italy 3-0 in the Finalissima in London on Wednesday.
It was a beautiful final, says Messi
Lionel Messi stole the show as Copa America holders Argentina powered to a 3-0 win against European champions Italy in the Finalissima at Wembley on Wednesday.
Di Maria to retire from international soccer after World Cup
Argentina's Angel Di Maria will retire from international football after this year’s World Cup in Qatar, the former Paris Saint Germain and Manchester United forward said on Monday.
‘Argentina are one of the best teams in the world’
Italy will look to put the disappointment of failing to qualify for the World Cup behind them and kick-start a new era for the Azzurri by beating Argentina in the 'Finalissima', Italy players said on Tuesday.
Argentina retreat from Brazil clash, Aussie minister 'pissed off'
The sports minister of Australia's state of Victoria reacted with anger on Thursday after Lionel Messi's Argentina pulled out of a highly anticipated June 11 friendly against rivals Brazil in Melbourne.