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Messi Says Argentina up Against 'Other Favorites' in World Cup Repeat Bid
Messi said injuries and strong form from France, Spain and Brazil could make Argentina’s title defense harder despite their status as favorites.
- Argentina enters the 2026 World Cup as favorites, but Lionel Messi warned fans that other nations are currently in 'better shape' for the tournament.
- Injuries and fitness concerns persist within the squad, but Messi told host Pollo Alvarez that the group remains committed to competing and 'always wants to win'.
- Messi identified France as 'really good again' with top-level players, while Spain, Brazil, Germany, England, and Portugal all present significant threats to Argentina's title defense.
- Inter Miami travels to face Toronto on Saturday, May 9, with Argentina scheduled for a warm-up friendly against Honduras on June 6 before the World Cup begins.
- The 2026 World Cup runs from June 11 through July 19 across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with center back Nicolas Otamendi now eligible for Argentina's June 16 opener against Algeria.
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- 50% of the sources lean Right
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L 17%
C 33%
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