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Messi Named Argentina World Cup Captain

Published May 29, 2026 · Updated May 29, 2026 · NRK

Lionel Messi has been appointed captain of the Argentine squad for his sixth World Cup, even though he is still recovering from a muscle strain suffered in an MLS match.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni announced a 26‑man squad that includes 38‑year‑old Messi as captain. The forward will miss his debut for the 2026 World Cup if his left hamstring strain, diagnosed as over‑use fatigue, does not heal in time. The appointment marks the first time Messi will lead Argentina in a World Cup, a record for a single nation. Argentina opens in Group J against Algeria on 17 June. moryak.biz

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