Lionel Messi set to play for Argentina in 2026 World Cup group stage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Lionel Messi, now 38 and a star for Inter Miami, is preparing for the 2026 World Cup, likely his final appearance at the tournament. Argentina, the reigning champions, will begin their campaign in Group J against Algeria on June 17 at Kansas City Stadium. Following Algeria, Argentina will face Austria in Dallas on June 22 and Jordan on June 27. Their progression to the knockout stage depends on their group performance.
- •Argentina starts World Cup against Algeria on June 17.
- •Next matches are against Austria and Jordan on June 22 and 27.
- •Messi's age suggests this may be his last World Cup.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — When is Lionel Messi playing? Argentina’s full World Cup schedule
"Inter Miami star Lionel Messi is set to compete in what could potentially be his final ever World Cup this summer. After helping Argentina win the tournament back in 2022, Messi is gearing up for another big summer, fresh off the back of an impressive season in the MLS.
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