Messi and Salah prepare for World Cup clash in Atlanta
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:42 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Argentina faces Egypt in the knockout round of the World Cup on Tuesday at 17:00 BST. Both Lionel Messi and Mohamed Salah are under significant pressure as they represent their nations in what could be pivotal matches in their careers. Messi, at 39, is aiming for another World Cup triumph, while Salah, 34, is making his first knockout round appearance for Egypt. This match carries historical weight as both players look to leave their mark on the tournament as they approach the twilight of their international careers.
- •Argentina and Egypt meet in the World Cup last 16 on July 7.
- •Lionel Messi seeks to extend his legacy in what may be his last World Cup.
- •Mohamed Salah features in his third World Cup, aiming for a breakthrough.
- •The match begins at 17:00 BST in Atlanta.
- 10:42 AMYahoo Sports — Messi v Salah: A World Cup meeting of two national icons
"Mohamed Salah and Lionel Messi will meet in the last 16 of the World Cup on Tuesday with their nations' hopes resting firmly on their shoulders.
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