<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Argentina Football Team News]]></title><description><![CDATA[Read the latest and breaking news about Argentina Football Team. All the latest 2026 Football articles on SportsCafe.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in</link><image><url>https://cdn-static.spcafe.in/logo/logo192x192v1.png</url><title>Argentina Football Team News</title><link>https://sportscafe.in</link></image><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:28:26 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://sportscafe.in/rss/football/team/argentina_football_team" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:25:10 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[ All Rights Reserved]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en-in]]></language><managingEditor><![CDATA[editor@sportscafe.in (SportsCafe Editor)]]></managingEditor><webMaster><![CDATA[admin@sportscafe.in (SportsCafe Admin)]]></webMaster><ttl>2</ttl><item><title><![CDATA[Barcelona Continue to Track Julián Álvarez After World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barcelona remains interested in signing Julián Álvarez despite Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Club president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco still consider the Atlético Madrid striker a priority for Hansi Flick's squad. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/21/barcelona-continue-to-track-julian-alvarez-after-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/21/barcelona-continue-to-track-julian-alvarez-after-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:25:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/barcelona_continue_to_track_julian_alvarez_after_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paredes-Garcia Clash Overshadows Spains World Cup Triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the celebrations were briefly overshadowed by a post-match altercation. Leandro Paredes appeared to grab Eric Garcia by the throat, sparking a scuffle involving both squads before officials intervened.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/paredes-garcia-clash-overshadows-spains-world-cup-triumph?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/paredes-garcia-clash-overshadows-spains-world-cup-triumph?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:34:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/leandro_paredes_eric_garcia_fifa_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain Edge Argentina in Extra Time to Lift Second FIFA World Cup Title]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute. Luis de la Fuente's side dominated throughout, restricting Argentina to just two shots in 120 minutes.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/spain-edge-argentina-in-extra-time-to-lift-second-fifa-world-cup-title?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/20/spain-edge-argentina-in-extra-time-to-lift-second-fifa-world-cup-title?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:30:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/spain_football_team_fifa_world_cup_2026_edge_argentina.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea Deletes Enzo Fernández Goal Post After Fan Backlash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea faced criticism after posting a celebratory message for Enzo Fernández following his equalising goal in Argentina's 2-1 World Cup semi final win over England. Many supporters questioned why an English club celebrated a goal against England. The club quickly removed the post.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/chelsea-deletes-enzo-fernandez-goal-post-after-fan-backlash?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/chelsea-deletes-enzo-fernandez-goal-post-after-fan-backlash?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:45:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/chelsea_deletes_enzo_fernandez_goal_post_after_fan_backlash.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Backs Argentinas Fighting Spirit Before World Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina captain Lionel Messi praised his team's resilience after their 2-1 comeback win over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal. The 39 year old set up both late goals for Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez, sending Argentina into the final against Spain.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/lionel-messi-backs-argentinas-fighting-spirit-before-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/17/lionel-messi-backs-argentinas-fighting-spirit-before-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:27:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_fifa_world_cup_2026_backs_argentinas_fighting_spirit.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Kane Heartbroken After Englands Late World Cup Semi Final Exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane said the team was devastated after a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi final. England led through Anthony Gordon's 55th minute goal before Enzo Fernandez equalised and Lautaro Martinez scored the stoppage time winner.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/harry-kane-heartbroken-after-englands-late-world-cup-semi-final-exit?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/harry-kane-heartbroken-after-englands-late-world-cup-semi-final-exit?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:29:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/harry_kane_heartbroken_after_englands_late_world_cup_semi_final_exit.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina Stun England with Late Fightback to Reach World Cup Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina produced a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal to book a place in the final against Spain. Anthony Gordon gave England the lead in the 55th minute, but Enzo Fernandez equalised in the 85th. Lautaro Martinez headed in the stoppage time winner.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/argentina-stun-england-with-late-fightback-to-reach-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/16/argentina-stun-england-with-late-fightback-to-reach-world-cup-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:25:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/argentina_stun_england_with_late_fightback_to_reach_world_cup_final.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi vs Harry Kane Set for Historic World Cup Final Spot ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2026 FIFA World Cup final promises a blockbuster as Lionel Messi's Argentina face Harry Kane's England. Kane has scored 6 goals in 6 matches and aims to end England's 60-year World Cup title drought. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/15/lionel-messi-vs-harry-kane-set-for-historic-world-cup-final-spot?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/15/lionel-messi-vs-harry-kane-set-for-historic-world-cup-final-spot?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:34:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/messi_vs_harry_kane_world_cup_final_wfin.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why English Referees Cannot Officiate an Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final?]]></title><description><![CDATA[If Argentina reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, English referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor will not be eligible to officiate.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/14/why-english-referees-cannot-officiate-an-argentina-fifa-world-cup-2026-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/14/why-english-referees-cannot-officiate-an-argentina-fifa-world-cup-2026-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:07:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/england_football_team_argentina_football_team_fifa_world_cup_2026_The_Financial_Express.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harry Kane Accepts Tuchels Criticism Ahead of Englands World Cup Semi Final]]></title><description><![CDATA[England captain Harry Kane backed Thomas Tuchel's tough assessment after the 2-1 quarter final win over Norway, saying the manager is pushing the team to reach a higher level.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/harry-kane-accepts-tuchels-criticism-ahead-of-englands-world-cup-semi-final?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/harry-kane-accepts-tuchels-criticism-ahead-of-englands-world-cup-semi-final?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/harry_kane_summer_move_barcelona_goal.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Confronts Referee During Argentinas World Cup Quarterfinal Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi was involved in a heated exchange with referee João Pinheiro during Argentina's 3-1 extra time victory over Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal. The incident happened before a Swiss free kick, with Messi objecting to the referee's approach.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/lionel-messi-confronts-referee-during-argentinas-world-cup-quarterfinal-win?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/13/lionel-messi-confronts-referee-during-argentinas-world-cup-quarterfinal-win?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:56:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_confronts_referee_fifa_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sourav Ganguly Applauds Argentina's Stunning World Cup Fightback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former India captain Sourav Ganguly praised Argentina's remarkable 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Trailing 2-0, the defending champions scored three goals in just 13 minutes to seal a quarter-final berth. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/09/sourav-ganguly-applauds-argentinas-stunning-world-cup-fightback?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/09/sourav-ganguly-applauds-argentinas-stunning-world-cup-fightback?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:43:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/sourav_ganguly_argentina_world_cup_fightback_world_soccer_talk.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Was the VAR Decision That Changed Argentina vs Egypt?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Questions over VAR dominated the discussion after Argentina's dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/08/what-was-the-var-decision-that-changed-argentina-vs-egypt?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/08/what-was-the-var-decision-that-changed-argentina-vs-egypt?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:20:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/argentina_vs_egyp_fifa_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Inspires Argentinas Epic Comeback to Reach World Cup Quarter-finals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina staged a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt after trailing 2-0 in their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash. Lionel Messi bounced back from a missed penalty with a goal and an assist, while Cristian Romero and Enzo Fernández completed the turnaround.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/08/messi-inspires-argentinas-epic-comeback-to-reach-world-cup-quarter-finals?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/08/messi-inspires-argentinas-epic-comeback-to-reach-world-cup-quarter-finals?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:15:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_argentina_football_team_fifa_world_cup_2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Teams Up With Tom Holland in Spider Man Promo Amid Record World Cup Run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Football icon Lionel Messi joined Tom Holland in a promotional video for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, where the pair swing across the city as Spider Man. The crossover arrives during Messi's outstanding 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, where he has scored 6 goals, including a hat trick and a brace.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/01/lionel-messi-teams-up-with-tom-holland-in-spider-man-promo-amid-record-world-cup-run?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jul/01/lionel-messi-teams-up-with-tom-holland-in-spider-man-promo-amid-record-world-cup-run?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:23:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_teams_up_with_tom_holland_in_spider_man_promo_amid_record_world_cup_run.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi's 39th Birthday Brings Emotional Surprise From Argentina Teammates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday with a heartfelt surprise from his Argentina teammates, who each wore a custom T-shirt featuring a unique photo with their captain. The squad also presented him with a special cake during the celebrations. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/25/lionel-messis-39th-birthday-brings-emotional-surprise-from-argentina-teammates?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/25/lionel-messis-39th-birthday-brings-emotional-surprise-from-argentina-teammates?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:30:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/messi_39th_birthday_argentina_teammates_surprise_sun.scorimg.jpg" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Creates World Cup History With Record-Breaking Goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi added another milestone to his legendary career by becoming the highest goalscorer in FIFA World Cup history. Playing in his sixth World Cup at the age of 38, the Argentine star surpassed Miroslav Klose and Marta's records with a stunning goal after missing an early penalty. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/23/messi-creates-world-cup-history-with-record-breaking-goal?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/23/messi-creates-world-cup-history-with-record-breaking-goal?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:33:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/messi_world_cup_history_record_goal_cnn.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Eyes World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Face Austria]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina will take on Austria in a key FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J clash at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Both teams began their campaigns with victories. Lionel Messi, who scored a hat trick in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Algeria, has 16 World Cup goals and needs 1 more to surpass record.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/22/lionel-messi-eyes-world-cup-scoring-record-as-argentina-face-austria?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/22/lionel-messi-eyes-world-cup-scoring-record-as-argentina-face-austria?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:47:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_eyes_world_cup_scoring_record_as_argentina_face_austria.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Messi Family Requests Privacy as Jorge Messi Recovers from Health Issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of Lionel Messi confirmed that his father, Jorge Messi, 68, is undergoing medical treatment for an undisclosed health issue and is recovering positively. They urged the public to avoid believing rumours and respect the family's privacy. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/19/messi-family-requests-privacy-as-jorge-messi-recovers-from-health-issue?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/19/messi-family-requests-privacy-as-jorge-messi-recovers-from-health-issue?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:54:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/jorge_messi_health_recovery_family_privacy_hello.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marcel Reed Presents Texas A&M Jersey to Lionel Messi at Kyle Field]]></title><description><![CDATA[Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed shared a memorable moment with football icon Lionel Messi after Argentina’s 2-0 friendly win over Honduras at Kyle Field. Reed gifted Messi a maroon Texas A&M jersey bearing his name and number 10. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/08/marcel-reed-presents-texas-am-jersey-to-lionel-messi-at-kyle-field?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/08/marcel-reed-presents-texas-am-jersey-to-lionel-messi-at-kyle-field?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:26:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/marcel_reed_presents_texas_am_jersey_to_lionel_messi_at_kyle_field.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina Eye Historic World Cup Defence as Messi Nears Farewell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Argentina are preparing to defend their FIFA World Cup crown at the 2026 tournament, with Lionel Messi expected to make his sixth and final World Cup appearance at age 39. The 2022 champions aim to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to retain the title.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/05/argentina-eye-historic-world-cup-defence-as-messi-nears-farewell?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/jun/05/argentina-eye-historic-world-cup-defence-as-messi-nears-farewell?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:31:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_argentina_eye_historic_world_cup_defence.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Honoured With Street Name in New Jersey Before FIFA World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a street in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, has been renamed Leo Messi Way to honour Lionel Messi. The road lies near a popular Argentine supporters’ cafe.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/may/21/lionel-messi-honoured-with-street-name-in-new-jersey-before-fifa-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/may/21/lionel-messi-honoured-with-street-name-in-new-jersey-before-fifa-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 10:35:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_fifa_world_cup_2026_honoured_with_street_name_in_new_jersey.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Starts Intense Double Training for 2026 World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi is pushing hard for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by following double training sessions with Rodrigo De Paul beyond regular club practice at Inter Miami CF. The 38-year-old has been in top form, scoring 11 goals and providing 4 assists in 12 MLS matches this season.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/may/18/lionel-messi-starts-intense-double-training-for-2026-world-cup?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/may/18/lionel-messi-starts-intense-double-training-for-2026-world-cup?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 10:56:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_2026_world_cup_appearance_goal.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Surprise Gift Reaches Assam CM as World Cup Buzz Builds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma received a signed No.10 jersey from football icon Lionel Messi and shared his excitement on social media. The special gift came as Messi was also named in the 2026 FIFA World Cup preliminary 55-member Argentina squad. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/may/14/lionel-messi-surprise-gift-reaches-assam-cm-as-world-cup-buzz-builds?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/may/14/lionel-messi-surprise-gift-reaches-assam-cm-as-world-cup-buzz-builds?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 08:28:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/messi_surprise_gift_assam_cm_espn.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Faces Fraud Lawsuit Over Missed Friendly Match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi faces a fraud lawsuit in Florida as promoter VID alleges losses after he missed a contracted Argentina friendly in 2025. The deal, worth 7m, required him to play 30 minutes, but he skipped one game and featured for Inter Miami the next day. The company claims losses exceeding 1m.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/apr/16/lionel-messi-faces-fraud-lawsuit-over-missed-friendly-match?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/apr/16/lionel-messi-faces-fraud-lawsuit-over-missed-friendly-match?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:37:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/lionel-messi-faces-fraud-lawsuit-over-missed-friendly-match.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina National Football Team Finalizes Pre-World Cup Friendlies with New Opponents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi and the Argentina national football team will face the Honduras national football team on June 6 and the Iceland national football team on June 9 before the 2026 World Cup. Originally expected opponents, Serbia, are no longer involved. Both teams have lower FIFA rankings, averaging 85.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/apr/10/argentina-national-football-team-finalizes-pre-world-cup-friendlies-with-new-opponents?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/apr/10/argentina-national-football-team-finalizes-pre-world-cup-friendlies-with-new-opponents?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:32:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/argentina_pre_world_cup_friendlies_goal.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emotional Messi Shines in Argentinas 5-0 Tribute Win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi was left emotional before Argentina’s friendly against Zambia at La Bombonera, possibly his final home appearance. He delivered a goal and assist in a dominant 5-0 win, with support from Julián Álvarez and Nicolás Otamendi. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/apr/02/emotional-messi-shines-in-argentinas-5-0-tribute-win?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/apr/02/emotional-messi-shines-in-argentinas-5-0-tribute-win?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:50:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/emotional-messi-shines-in-argentinas-5-0-tribute-win.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Set to Feature in FIFA World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi will play in the FIFA World Cup 2026, confirmed by Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni. At 38, Messi had earlier expressed doubts, but Scaloni backed his inclusion. ]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/mar/27/lionel-messi-set-to-feature-in-fifa-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/mar/27/lionel-messi-set-to-feature-in-fifa-world-cup-2026?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:45:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/lionel-messi-set-to-feature-in-fifa-world-cup-2026.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Argentina Opt for Guatemala Friendly After Finalissima Cancellation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the cancellation of the Finalissima clash, the Argentina national football team will stay home during the March FIFA window. Lionel Scaloni’s side plans one friendly against the Guatemala national football team on March 31. Meanwhile, Spain's national football team will play two matches.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/mar/18/argentina-opt-for-guatemala-friendly-after-finalissima-cancellation?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/mar/18/argentina-opt-for-guatemala-friendly-after-finalissima-cancellation?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:33:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/argentina_guatemala_friendly_finalissima_cancellation_espn.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lionel Messi Faces Preparation Crisis Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lionel Messi may enter the 2026 World Cup with Argentina dangerously under prepared as planned friendlies collapse. The Finalissima against Spain is uncertain, while Qatar festival matches and June warm-ups versus Mexico and Honduras were canceled.]]></description><link>https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/mar/04/lionel-messi-faces-preparation-crisis-ahead-of-the-2026-fifa-world-cup?utm_medium=rss</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sportscafe.in/football/articles/2026/mar/04/lionel-messi-faces-preparation-crisis-ahead-of-the-2026-fifa-world-cup?utm_medium=rss</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Anupam Pandey]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:35:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://sportscafe.in/img/es3-cfill-w480-h240/articles/football/lionel_messi_argentina_goal_com.scorimg.webp" length="0" type="image/scorimg"/></item></channel></rss>