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When is Lionel Messi’s next game? Argentina’s 2026 World Cup title defense continues
With the 2026 MLS season already underway, questions are being raised about when Argentina and Inter Miami star Lionel Messi will play his next game. Lionel Messi is still making history at 38 years old, remaining a cornerstone and captain for both Inter Miami and the Argentina national team. With the 2026 Major League Soccer season now underway, fans are wondering when they’ll see the forward back in action . Lionel Messi’s next match with Argentina is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15, w...
Lionel Messi becomes the all-time assist leader in World Cup history: How does the full ranking look?
In a highly competitive match, Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, advancing to the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup. Although Lionel Messi did not score, he did provide an assist, becoming the tournament's all-time leading assist provider. Here it is the full assist ranking. A rgentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, showcasing their resilience and goalscoring power in clutch moments. Although Lionel Messi has been the team’s leading goalscorer, he did not find the net in the most recent 2026 World...
FIFA to review another World Cup expansion, with 64-team format under consideration for 2030
Despite the growing doubts surrounding the expansion to 48 teams, the 2026 World Cup has been competitive, thrilling fans around the world. However, FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed that they are already considering a possible expansion to 64 national teams for the 2030 edition. FIFA decided to change the World Cup format for the 2026 edition, expanding to 48 national teams. Despite the growing doubts, the tournament has been highly competitive. Far from being satisfied, Gianni Infanti...
Lionel Messi breaks down Argentina’s 2026 World Cup semifinal clash: ‘Playing against England is special’
After an important victory over Switzerland in the final minutes, Argentina secured their place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals. They will face England, in a highly competitive clash. With that in mind, Lionel Messi reflected on the upcoming encounter, recalling that famous 1986 clash. Argentina have managed to become one of the best teams at the 2026 World Cup . Even though they had to go to extra time, they managed to defeat Switzerland, reaching the semifinals in convincing fashion. There,...
History made as FIFA’s top four-ranked teams reach the World Cup semifinals for the first time
With the quarterfinals being history, the 2026 World Cup will be the first edition in history with the four ranked teams in the top of the FIFA Ranking qualified to the semifinal round. The 2026 World Cup quarterfinals are complete, and the final four have been decided. In a historic first, the four remaining teams are the same four nations that occupied the top spots in the FIFA Rankings entering the tournament. France opened the quarterfinal round on Thursday with a commanding 2-0 win o...
‘We have to be realistic, we have to be better’: Argentina’s Scaloni looks ahead to England
After the qualification against Switzerland, head coach Lionel Scaloni delivered a grounding message ahead of the 2026 World Cup semifinal against England: "We have to be realistic, we have to be better." Argentina secured a hard-fought place in the 2026 World Cup semifinals with a 3-1 win over Switzerland, setting up a blockbuster clash with England . Despite the emotion of the moment, head coach Lionel Scaloni kept his feet firmly on the ground, delivering a candid message to his squad . ...
Norway coach reveals Erling Haaland played through fatigue and a dead leg vs England
The manager of Norway described why Erling Haaland left the match early against England. It was a great run at the 2026 World Cup for Norway until England beat them 2-1 after extra time. However, the main doubt after the elimination was Erling Haaland ‘s exit before the second half of extra time, which Ståle Solbakken explained was mainly due to fatigue. Solbakken said: “It was not a tough decision because he was finished and maybe I should’ve taken him out 10 minutes before . He obviousl...
2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals bracket: Complete matchups and schedule
The quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup have wrapped up, and the four remaining teams now know where and when they'll face off for a place in the final. The quarterfinal round of the 2026 World Cup has delivered its final four, and the road to the title has never been clearer. Across four matches spread over three days, the tournament trimmed its final eight down to the semifinalists who will battle for a place in the championship game. France were the first side through, dispatching Moro...
How Argentina’s win, draw, or loss vs Switzerland could impact the 2026 World Cup bracket
Defending champions Argentina and an undefeated Switzerland are ready to leave it all on the pitch. Gearing up for a massive Quarter-final battle this Saturday, defending champions Argentina and an undefeated Switzerland are ready to leave it all on the pitch. While the defending champion enters the clash as the favorite, the Swiss arrives unbeaten and determined to produce one of the biggest upsets of the tournament. Whatever the final score, the outcome will have enormous consequences for th...
England vs Argentina: Date, kickoff time and venue for the 2026 World Cup semifinal
The date, kickoff time and stadium for the semifinal of the 2026 World Cup match between England and Argentina. The second semifinal of the 2026 World Cup was set, with England becoming the first team to qualify after beating Norway, while Argentina reached it after defeating Switzerland to set up one of the tournament’s biggest matches with a place in the final on the line. This match is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15 . What comes after this match is the biggest prize in international ...
Is Lionel Messi playing? Argentina vs Switzerland confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup game
With Argentina set to clash against Switzerland, questions are rising over the presence of Lionel Messi in the game. Argentina faces Switzerland on Saturday, July 12th, at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. With the defending champions looking to reach the semifinals, the central question heading into the match is whether Lionel Messi will be on the field from the start . Lionel Messi has been included in the starting lineup against Switzerland . Having ...
Jude Bellingham matches Pele’s World Cup scoring mark at age 23, trailing only Kylian Mbappe
Jude Bellingham's performance against Norway has helped him to reach Pele's mark at the age of 23, with Kylian Mbappe being the star remaining at the top. Jude Bellingham sent England to the 2026 World Cup semifinals with a clinical brace in a 2-1 comeback win over Norway at Miami Stadium. The performance also saw him draw level with Pele’s goalscoring record in the competition at age 23, leaving only Kylian Mbappe ahead of him in the all-time standings for players that age or younger . W...
FIFA explains why England’s goal against Norway was allowed after overhead wire controversy
FIFA explained the controversial goal that England scored to level the match against Norway. FIFA has moved to defend the officiating in England’s dramatic World Cup quarterfinal victory over Norway , addressing a controversial passage of play that saw Jude Bellingham’s equalizer stand despite replays appearing to show the ball striking an overhead camera cable moments earlier. The incident unfolded in the first half at Miami Stadium , where Norway goalkeeper Orjan Nyland sent a goal kick...
Why isn’t Johan Manzambi playing for Switzerland against Argentina at the 2026 World Cup?
Set to face Argentina in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals, Johan Manzambi will be one of the main absences for Switzerland national team. Switzerland faces Argentina at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Saturday, July 12th, with a semifinal spot on the line. However, heading into one of the toughest challenges of their 2026 World Cup run, La Nati will be without one of their standout performers . Manzambi has been ruled out of the quarterfinal against Argentina due to a knee injury . Th...
Bellingham scores a brace to put England in the semifinals with 2-1 victory over Norway
While Norway went ahead, England came back to earn a 2-1 victory with goals from Bellingham. A great match was expected with a spot in the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup on the line as Norway and England faced off in the quarterfinals. In a hard-fought match, England came out victorious in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham . In the first half, there were not many chances, with Norway taking the lead through a fantastic goal from Andreas Schjelderup . However, it was not eno...
Why isn’t Lautaro Martinez starting for Argentina against Switzerland at the 2026 World Cup?
Argentina face Switzerland in a crucial 2026 World Cup quarterfinal clash, where Lautaro Martinez will begin the match from the bench. Argentina face Switzerland in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup at Kansas City Stadium, and manager Lionel Scaloni opted to leave Lautaro Martinez out of his starting eleven. This time, Scaloni again chose Julian Alvarez to line up alongside Lionel Messi up front, keeping the same forward pairing that started Argentina’s comeback win over Egypt in th...
How England’s win, draw, or loss vs Norway could impact the 2026 World Cup bracket
England's quarterfinal against Norway is one of the biggest matches remaining at the 2026 World Cup, and the outcome could dramatically reshape the tournament bracket. The Three Lions enter the contest after a thrilling victory over Mexico, while Norway arrives full of confidence following a stunning upset of Brazil. Before the first whistle in Miami, […] England’s quarterfinal against Norway is one of the biggest matches remaining at the 2026 World Cup, and the outcome could dramatically resh...
Are Erling Haaland and Harry Kane playing? Norway vs England confirmed lineups for the 2026 World Cup game
Before kickoff in Miami, fans are eager to learn whether both superstar strikers will feature from the opening whistle and how each national team plans to approach the high-stakes showdown. Norway is preparing for the biggest match in its modern soccer history as it faces England in the 2026 World Cup Quarter-finals, with Erling Haaland and Harry Kane expected to headline one of the tournament’s most anticipated battles. However, before kickoff in Miami, fans are eager to learn whether both su...
Why is England’s Djed Spence using a protective mask in the 2026 World Cup clash against Norway?
England's Djed Spence has been spotted using a protective mask in the 2026 World Cup game against Ghana, prompting questions on his condition. Despite a challenging domestic season with Tottenham Hotspur, Djed Spence successfully played his way onto England coach Thomas Tuchel’s roster for the 2026 World Cup . With the Three Lions clashing with Norway in a pivotal quarterfinal battle, the right-back has captured the attention of fans by sporting a highly specialized protective face mask on the...
What is Switzerland’s current FIFA ranking ahead of its 2026 World Cup match vs Argentina?
Switzerland face Argentina in a crucial 2026 World Cup quarterfinal clash, with a place in the semifinals on the line. The final quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup takes place at Kansas City Stadium, where Switzerland and defending champions Argentina meet for a place in the semifinals. Switzerland head into this match ranked 14th in the FIFA World Rankings, with 1,710.88 points , a position they’ve earned throughout the tournament. Murat Yakin’s men went unbeaten across their four matche...
Why is FIFA holding a minute of silence before today’s World Cup quarterfinals?
For the last two World Cup quarterfinal rounds played on Saturday, FIFA will be holding a minute of silence. The final two quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup take place today, July 11th, with Norway facing England at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami and Argentina taking on Switzerland at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Before both matches begin, a minute of silence will be observed . FIFA has announced that the tribute is being held in honor of Jayden Adams , the South African footballer who...
How to watch Argentina vs Switzerland in USA: 2026 World Cup Quarter-Finals, Live Stream, TV & Preview
Argentina will face off against Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the game live in the United States. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Argentina vs Switzerland on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Argentina vs Switzerland WHAT 2026 World Cup WHEN 9:00pm ET / 6:00pm PT • Saturday, July 11, 2026 WHERE Fubo , DirecTV Stream , Sling , Peacock Premium , FOX, Telemundo and Hulu...
Argentina’s updated FIFA ranking before 2026 World Cup clash with Switzerland
Before the quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup match against Switzerland, Argentina aren't where they began the competition. The final match in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup has Argentina and Switzerland playing for a place in the semifinals. Argentina enter this match ranked 3rd in the FIFA World Ranking with 1,925.15 points. They are two spots lower than the June 11 update, with only France and Spain ahead of them after advancing to this round by winning Group J with victories ...
Why isn’t Antonio Nusa starting for Norway against England at the 2026 World Cup?
Once Norway's lineup against England was unveiled, the exclusion of Antonio Nusa raised some eyebrows among fans. Norway are in the midst of a historic World Cup run and will look to extend it to the semifinals when they face England in the quarterfinals. However, the absence of Antonio Nusa from the starting lineup was one of the first talking points when the teams were announced. Nusa has been dropped from the starting XI by head coach Stale Solbakken following an underwhelming performa...
Why aren’t Reece James and Djed Spence starting for England against Norway at the 2026 World Cup?
With England facing Norway, the absence of both Reece James and Sjed Spence in the starting lineup raised some eyebrows among fans. England face Norway on Saturday, July 12th, in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals at Miami Stadium, but Thomas Tuchel will be without his two recognized right backs from the start. The absence of both Reece James and Djed Spence from the lineup has understandably raised concern among England supporters . James will not start after suffering a hamstring strain t...
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