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Rojo Banned Four Matches After Red Card Chaos in Argentina

Marcos Rojo
April 2026

Former Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo has been handed a four-match suspension after a violent incident and abusive reaction to officials during Racing Club’s loss to River Plate. The ban adds to a growing disciplinary problem since his move. Rojo was sent off for striking Lucas Martinez Quarta in the face and then reportedly insulted the referee on his way off. The suspension is a major setback for Racing, who have relied on his experience but are now dealing with repeated dismissals.

Messi and Argentina Federation Sued Over Missed Friendly Appearance

Lionel Messi, Argentina Football Federation
April 2026

A Miami-based events company has filed suit against Lionel Messi and the Argentine federation over a missed friendly appearance against Venezuela. The company claims Messi was contractually expected to play at least 30 minutes unless injured. Messi sat out the Venezuela exhibition but played for Inter Miami the next day, then later featured for Argentina against Puerto Rico. The lawsuit centres on whether the appearance obligation in the event agreement was breached.

Real Madrid “forget” Mastantuono as Argentina grows uneasy over vanishing minutes

Franco Mastantuono
February 2026

Franco Mastantuono has not played a minute in Real Madrid’s last three matches, triggering criticism and concern in Argentina ahead of key national-team dates. Despite arriving for €45m and strong expectations, he has fallen out of the rotation under both Alonso and Arbeloa, including being unused while Madrid chased a late equaliser vs Osasuna. Argentina staff are reportedly worried he will lose match rhythm ahead of March’s Finalissima vs Spain and the 2026 World Cup build-up.

Rochet Calls Out Emiliano Martínez “Arrogance” Despite Praising His Goalkeeping

Emiliano Martínez
January 2026

Rochet said he does not like Martínez’s on-field attitudes and mind games, framing them as arrogance, while also calling him a phenomenal goalkeeper. Rochet contrasted his own low-key style with Martínez’s theatrics, acknowledging it works for Martínez but saying he discourages that profile among Uruguay teammates.

De la Fuente Tells Messi “Never Retire” as 2026 World Cup Decision Stays Open

Lionel Messi
January 2026

pain coach Luis de la Fuente urged Lionel Messi to keep playing as the Argentina captain continues to weigh up whether he will feature at the 2026 World Cup. Messi has said he will decide based on fitness and not wanting to be a burden. Messi helped Argentina qualify by scoring eight goals in South American qualifying, but has repeatedly stressed he will assess his physical condition day by day. Argentina will attempt to defend the title they won in 2022, and Messi is still undecided about joining that run.

Leboeuf wants 2026 World Cup “dedicated to Cristiano Ronaldo”

Cristiano Ronaldo
December 2025

World Cup winner Frank Leboeuf hopes the 2026 tournament becomes Cristiano Ronaldo’s crowning moment, arguing that while the Portuguese icon’s legacy is already secure, lifting the trophy after Lionel Messi’s 2022 triumph would fundamentally change how his career is judged. Leboeuf admits he has criticised Ronaldo before but says a World Cup win is the one missing piece when compared with Messi. Seeing Portugal’s stacked squad, he believes they have the tools to emulate Argentina’s 2022 run and finally give Ronaldo the ultimate international prize.

England’s “favourable” World Cup draw hides brutal knockout path

England national team
December 2025

England’s World Cup draw puts them in a group with Ghana, Croatia and Panama, opponents who all topped their qualifying sections and arrive with momentum. On paper it looks manageable, but each side carries threats, travel demands and contrasting styles that complicate progress. If they top the group, England probably face Senegal in the Round of 32, co-hosts Mexico at altitude in the last 16, then Brazil in Miami and Argentina in Dallas, a brutally demanding sequence of physical, tactical and emotional challenges.

Enzo Fernandez openly targets Argentina captaincy after Messi era

Enzo Fernandez
December 2025

Enzo Fernandez has admitted he dreams of captaining Argentina once Messi steps aside, stressing he is not chasing the iconic No.10 status but would be honoured to wear the armband when the coaching staff decide the team is ready for a new leader. The Chelsea midfielder pointed to his own experience as captain at club level and said he would gladly accept the responsibility if chosen, while acknowledging the timing and decision rest entirely with Lionel Scaloni’s staff and the natural evolution of the squad.

Messi told to ditch “parody of football” in MLS for World Cup detox

Lionel Messi
December 2025

Fernando Signorini has urged Messi to put Argentina’s World Cup defence above everything, branding MLS a “parody of football” and arguing the forward is stuck in a record-chasing cycle that does little to prepare him for elite international demands. The former Argentina fitness coach says Messi should step back for a “detox” period, spend time with his family and even pursue a short-term loan away from Inter Miami so he arrives at the 2026 tournament sharper than rivals coming from Europe.

Messi and Lautaro combine to sink Angola as Argentina close out year in style

Lionel Messi, Lautaro Martinez (Argentina)
November 2025

Lionel Messi (Argentina) and Lautaro Martinez (Argentina) each scored and assisted in a 2-0 win over Angola, guiding the world champions through a competitive friendly in Luanda and underlining Argentina’s continued strength as Lionel Scaloni’s side look toward more trophies in North America next summer. Angola started brightly, forcing Geronimo Rulli (Argentina) into an important early save before Martínez finished a Messi through ball before half time. After the break Angola battled hard, but Martínez returned the favour late on, setting up Messi for a clinical second that capped another dominant individual display.

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