Yashasvi Jaiswal attends France vs Sweden match in Messi jersey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 4:26 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal attended the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between France and Sweden in New Jersey on June 30, 2026. He celebrated the occasion wearing Lionel Messi's Argentina jersey, sharing his experience on Instagram and declaring it a 'bucket list' moment. Although Argentina did not play, Jaiswal enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere at MetLife Stadium. Recently, he was seen in a Test match for India and had a standout performance in ODIs against Afghanistan. Jaiswal's next focus will be on upcoming international series featuring teams such as Zimbabwe and West Indies.
- •Jaiswal fulfilled a bucket list moment by attending the match.
- •France defeated Sweden 3-0 to advance in the tournament.
- •He wore an iconic Messi jersey during the event.
- •Jaiswal last played for India in June 2026 against Afghanistan.
- •Upcoming series include teams like New Zealand and Australia.
- 11:46 AMYahoo Sports — Watch: Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal flaunts 'Messi' jersey during France vs Sweden FIFA World Cup match
- 4:26 AMYahoo Sports — Bucket list checked: Yashasvi Jaiswal dons Messi shirt to watch France vs Sweden 2026 FIFA World Cup game in New Jersey
"Dreams do come true! Cricket star Yashasvi Jaiswal celebrated a major milestone by attending the exciting France vs. Sweden FIFA match in New York, wearing an Argentina jersey, in honor of Lionel Messi. This appearance arrives as he takes a breather following an unusual absence from the most recent ODI selections, with eyes set on rejoining the Test series against New Zealand.
"Yashasvi Jaiswal fulfilled a dream by attending the France vs Sweden FIFA World Cup clash in New Jersey—sporting Lionel Messi's iconic Argentina jersey.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 11:46 AMWatch: Indian cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal flaunts 'Messi' jersey during France vs Sweden FIFA World Cup match
Dreams do come true! Cricket star Yashasvi Jaiswal celebrated a major milestone by attending the exciting France vs. Sweden FIFA match in New York, wearing an Argentina jersey, in honor of Lionel Messi. This appearance arrives as he takes a breather following an unusual absence from the most recent ODI selections, with eyes set on rejoining the Test series against New Zealand.
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 4:26 AMBucket list checked: Yashasvi Jaiswal dons Messi shirt to watch France vs Sweden 2026 FIFA World Cup game in New Jersey
Yashasvi Jaiswal fulfilled a dream by attending the France vs Sweden FIFA World Cup clash in New Jersey—sporting Lionel Messi's iconic Argentina jersey.
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