Argentina National Football Team

Lionel Messi's Argentina confirm India trip, share details of Kerala tour in November

Argentina will play a friendly in Kerala this November, the Argentina Football Association (AFA) confirmed. It will be their second visit to India after 2011. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi’s participation remains uncertain.

History Today: When Checkpoint Charlie was dismantled

One of the most iconic reminders of the Cold War era, Checkpoint Charlie, was dismantled on June 22, 1990. The iconic checkpost served as a gateway between the two parts of the German capital during the Cold War. On this day in 1986, Argentine footballer Diego Maradona scored a memorable goal against England that later came to be known as the 'Hand of God'

Good news for Messi fans in India! Kerala minister says payment made to bring Argentina legend

Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman has confirmed that Lionel Messi and the Argentina football team will visit India in October-November for a friendly match. He said that the sponsor has cleared the payment.

Will Messi come to Kerala? Sports minister provides fresh update on Argentina team's visit

Lionel Messi and the Argentina football team's visit to Kerala has come under the cloud after contradicting statements coming from all corners. Kerala’s Sports Minister V Abdurahiman has now issued a fresh remark regarding the tour.

Lionel Messi's India trip reportedly cancelled as organisers fail to raise Rs 100 crore

The Argentina football team and star footballer Lionel Messi will reportedly not come for a match to Kerala, India, in October 2025 as the organisers failed to meet the huge appearance fee demand.

Lionel Messi wants to play in 2026 World Cup, but here's why he's still not sure

Lionel Messi wants to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup and defend the crown with the Argentina football team, but he is still not sure whether he will take part in the tournament. Here's what he said on his possible appearance.

Luis Suarez reveals Lionel Messi's desire to defend Argentina's title at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Lionel Messi still has the desire to play the 2026 FIFA World Cup, revealed his Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez. The 37-year-old could become the first player to feature in six World Cups if he takes part in the next edition, slated to be held in the US, Mexico, and Canada.

Emi Martinez faces wrath of French fans against PSG after provocative cap sparks uproar

Emi Martinez sparked controversy before Aston Villa’s UEFA Champions League clash against PSG by wearing a cap referencing France's 2022 World Cup loss. The Argentine goalkeeper was booed throughout the match as Villa fell 3-1 in Paris.

Messi with his World Cup-winning Argentina team to visit India in October to play exhibition match

Lionel Messi and the Argentina national football team will visit India for an exhibition match in Kerala in October 2025, marking their return after 14 years.

Explained: Why Lionel Messi did not feature in Argentina's 4-1 thrashing of Brazil in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Defending champions Argentina celebrated qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 4-1 victory over arch-rivals Brazil in Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Lionel Scaloni's men ended up outplaying the five-time world champions despite the absence of superstar Lionel Messi.