When and against whom will Lionel Messi play again with Argentina?

Argentina won against Paraguay, yesterday, in a match that did not shine for being entertaining, but that nevertheless, helped the world champion to place first in the group, after adding three points and Brazil tied 1-1 against Venezuela.

Lionel Messi and his country, Argentina, managed to defeat Paraguay 1-0 in the third match of the South American Qualifiers towards the 2026 World Cup. With a Monumental Stadium that looks full as usual, with more than 85 thousand spectators present, last year's world champion seeks continue leading the competition and be closer to the classification after winning the first two games last month without conceding goals.

The entrance of Lionel Messi at the beginning of the complement was the most emotional part of this day's duel and a great maneuver that ended in a shot by González next to the right post of Paraguayan goalkeeper Carlos Coronel. A few strokes from the best in the world also made people get up from their seats and applauded Dibu Martínez who surpassed the historical record of minutes without conceding goals with more than 608 since 1998. And in 20 duels coached in South American qualifiers he remains undefeated with the current coach.

When will Messi play again?

After yesterday's victory against Paraguay, 1-0 with a goal from Nicolas Otamendi, Argentina and Lionel Messi will have to wait until Monday to play their next match, which will be against Peru, Peru. The match will also be an official match in the 2026 World Cup qualification.