Messi returns for Argentina in World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia

Messi named in list of Argentina probables for June fixtures

LONDON: Forward Lionel Messi was named in Argentina’s 28-player preliminary squad for next month’s World Cup qualifiers on Thursday, after an injury forced him to miss the fixtures against Uruguay and Brazil in March. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

Messi named in Argentina probables

Forward Lionel Messi was named in Argentina's 28-player preliminary squad for next month's World Cup qualifiers on Thursday, after an injury forced him to miss the fixtures against Uruguay and Brazil in March. Defending champions Argentina, who are set to play Chile and Colombia in June, have already secured their place at the 2026 World Cup in Messi's absence following a 1-0 win over Uruguay in March, before thrashing rivals Brazil 4-1. "It's a…

Lionel Messi To Return For Argentina's WC Qualifiers Against Chile, Colombia

The 37-year-old star missed the March doubleheader because of an adductor injury but the team still clinched qualification for next year's tournament by beating Uruguay and Brazil.

Messi, Garnacho return for Argentina qualifiers

Argentina will have captain Lionel Messi back for its FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia, the national team announced Thursday.

Messi back for Argentina: Albiceleste skipper in squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile, Colombia

Manchester United forward Alejandro Garnacho, who had been omitted from previous games for tactical reasons, was also included in Argentina’s 28-man squad called by coach Lionel Scaloni.

The captain returns to the national team after a break. However, the Argentines have already qualified for the next World Cup without their superstar.