Lionel Messi named to lead Argentina in sixth World Cup appearance
Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina's squad for the upcoming World Cup, marking his sixth appearance in the tournament. Despite a recent injury scare, he is among the 17 players returning from the victorious 2022 squad. Argentina is set to begin their title defense against Algeria on June 16.
- ▪Lionel Messi is included in Argentina's 26-man World Cup squad.
- ▪He experienced physical discomfort during a recent MLS match.
- ▪Messi has previously stated he would only participate if fully healthy.
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- ▪ How Argentina is handling a possible Lionel Messi World Cup injury — New York Post
- ▪ Messi leads an experienced Argentina World Cup squ... — ESPN — Soccer
- ▪ Messi to captain Argentina at World Cup as Scaloni plays down injury fears — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ Messi to represent Argentina at sixth World Cup — BBC Sport
- ▪ Messi to lead Argentina at record 6th World Cup — ESPN — Top
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