Argentina have learned to cope with Lionel Messi's absences and no longer need to rejig the lineup when he is not available, Lionel Scaloni has said.

The Argentina national team have already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during the March international break. Argentina rank on top of the CONMEBOL's qualifying table with 34 points from 15 matches,

Argentina have learned to cope with Lionel Messi's absences and no longer need to rejig the line-up when the Inter Miami forward is not available, manager Lionel Scaloni said ahead of Wednesday's World Cup qualifier against Colombia.

Lionel Messi came off the bench as Argentina, the World Cup champions, won 1-0 against Chile in a World Cup qualifying match Thursday night.

Argentina and Lionel Messi take on Colombia in World Cup Qualifying action on Wednesday morning U.K. time. The Sporting News has all the latest odds and betting tips for this clash.

As Argentina prepares for their World Cup qualifier against Colombia, a thought-provoking remark from coach Lionel Scaloni has sparked widespread debate.

At 40, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to shine internationally after leading Portugal to the 2025 UEFA Nations League title, making them the winningest team in the tournament. After claiming his third trophy with the national team,

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said on Wednesday he had yet to decide whether captain Lionel Messi would start in their next World Cup qualifier against Chile, as he continues to closely monitor the 37-year-old's fitness.