Lionel Messi is on Argentina's roster for a pair of 2026 World Cup qualifying matches later this month. Argentine coach Lionel Scaloni called up 28 players Tuesday for a FIFA international window that falls between the MLS Cup Playoffs first round and the conference finals.

Argentina's final double-header of the year of World Cup Qualifiers against Peru and Paraguay will be marked by the return of key players to support Lionel Messi. The Argentina national team, led by Lionel Messi,

Lionel Messi and Argentina could lose a World Cup-winning key player ahead of qualifiers against Paraguay and Peru.

Lionel Messi says he has no interest in coaching once his playing days are over, but he does hint at potential interest in another executive role in the sport.

Lionel Messi, who won the FIFA World Cup in 2022 with Argentina, is currently playing for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States.