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Argentina arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as defending champions and genuine title contenders, though the road is narrower than it was in Qatar. Lionel Messi, approaching 39, faces his last World Cup managing a hamstring concern. Emiliano Martínez, cristian romero and Leandro Paredes are also carrying fitness doubts. Leonardo Balerdi has been ruled out entirely. Julián Álvarez, Enzo Fernández and Alexis Mac Allister must now carry more weight than ever. Here's all you need to know.

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 is almost over. In just a few days, 48 nations will begin their quest for football’s biggest prize. With more teams and more matches than ever before, this promises to be the largest World Cup in history. Despite strong club performances or impressive international records. Their omissions have left fans debating and wondering what might have been.

The fitness of Lionel Messi has become a major concern for Argentina national football team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Argentine captain suffered discomfort during Inter Miami CF’s thrilling 6-4 victory over Philadelphia Union and had to leave the field in the second half. The incident immediately raised fears among Argentina fans, especially with the World Cup only weeks away. Medical tests later confirmed that the veteran forward is dealing with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring.

Argentina's World Cup defense squad is here, led by Lionel Messi, aiming to repeat their 2022 triumph. Coach Scaloni has included new faces like Valentin Barco and Nico Paz, while some 2022 champions are out. Messi and Emiliano Martinez face injury concerns ahead of their June 16 opener against Algeria.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup squad picture is beginning to take shape as nations across every group unveil preliminary and final rosters ahead of the expanded tournament in North America. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo potentially making history to major omissions, emerging talents and final roster deadlines, national teams are entering the decisive phase of preparation before football’s biggest global spectacle officially begins.

Roberto De Zerbi has come up with an unusual way to motivate Tottenham Hotspur players during a difficult period. The Italian coach has promised to pay for weekly team dinners if results start improving. Spurs are currently fighting to stay in the Premier League. The idea is to improve team spirit and help players regain confidence as they head into a crucial phase of the season.

Tottenham Hotspur have completed the permanent signing of Argentina defender cristian romero on a deal until 2027, the Premier League side said on Tuesday.

The UEFA Europa League final witnessed Tottenham Hotspur's 1-0 victory over Manchester United, ending their 17-year trophy drought. A heated post-game altercation erupted between captains Harry Maguire and cristian romero, fueled by the match's intensity. Luke Shaw's own goal sealed United's fate, while Tottenham secured a Champions League spot. Disappointed, United's manager questioned his future, as Tottenham celebrated their triumph.

Tottenham Hotspur kept themselves in the hunt for a top-four finish in the Premier League with goals by cristian romero and Harry Kane bagging a 2-0 win at out-of-form Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday.

Marc Cucurella may have found himself on the Stamford Bridge turf after a painful tug of his hair by Tottenham Hotspur's cristian romero over the weekend but the Chelsea defender said on Wednesday that he has no plans to get a haircut.

Nuno Espirito Santo admits he is concerned about the potential "damage" if Tottenham stars cristian romero and Giovani Lo Celso ignore the Premier League's 'red-list' ban to link up with Argentina.

Tottenham Hotspur's cristian romero will be ready for Sunday's Premier League clash at home to Aston Villa, while Rodrigo Bentancur will miss out on the game, manager Antonio Conte said on Friday.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes said his side deserve an apology after not being awarded a penalty early on in Saturday's 2-0 defeat at Tottenham.

Inter Milan forward Romelu Lukaku has been named as the best overall MVP of Serie A, the official league award for the player of the season.

Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min scored a hat-trick - his first goals of the season - as his side demolished Burnley 5-2 at Turf Moor on Saturday after the visitors had gone behind.

Cristiano Ronaldo had a penalty saved as Juventus were held to yet another Serie A draw in an entertaining match against Atalanta which finished 1-1 in Turin on Wednesday.

Everton, without several first-choice defenders due to injury, were unable to put pressure on their hosts and manager Sean Dyche will be seeking a quick improvement when they host Bournemouth next week in what is already looking like an important game for his struggling side.

Lionel Messi returns to Argentina's squad for crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia after recovering from an ankle injury. The 37-year-old playmaker missed previous qualifiers due to the injury sustained during the Copa America final, which Argentina won.

Tottenham Hotspur boss Antonio Conte has refused to set a timeframe for ending the north London club's long wait for silverware as he insisted trophies were the "target".

Injured forward Paulo Dybala made the cut as Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni named on Friday his 26-man squad for the Nov. 20-Dec. 18 World Cup in Qatar, where Lionel Messi will lead the side.