Argentine star Lionel Messi is gearing up for a return to his national team for the upcoming ninth and tenth rounds of the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
The “Albiceleste” are aiming to continue their dominance at the top of the standings, and Messi, an eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, will bolster Argentina’s hopes ahead of crucial matches against Venezuela and Bolivia.
Argentina, currently leading the table, will face Venezuela away on Thursday, followed by a home clash against Bolivia in Buenos Aires on the 15th of the month.
Fans of the “Albiceleste” are hopeful that the 37-year-old Messi has fully recovered from the ankle injury he sustained during the Copa America final against Colombia in July, boosting his chances of delivering another stellar performance.
Meanwhile, Brazil is looking to bounce back after a series of disappointing results. They will play Chile away before hosting Peru. The “Seleção” is eager to shake off their recent setbacks and reclaim their form in the World Cup qualifying campaign.
The upcoming round of fixtures will be crucial in shaping the final phase of the qualifiers, as both Argentina and Brazil aim to solidify their positions among the top contenders on the road to the 2026 World Cup.
source : fesnews media