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Argentina friendly in doubt despite Burkina Faso taking late private flight

Burkina Faso have secured a last-minute chartered plane to Buenos Aires, yet their exhibition clash against Lionel Scaloni's side still faces major uncertainty. Severe travel delays from Morocco alongside squad departures have plunged the weekend fixture into chaos, leaving event organisers racing against time before the scheduled kick-off in Argentina.

Messi lands in Argentina ahead of final swansong

Lionel Messi has returned to Argentine soil as he prepares to say a final, emotional goodbye to the national team. The legendary number 10 landed in Rosario via private jet on Friday morning, marking the beginning of the end for one of the most storied international careers in the history of the beautiful game.

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Lopez celebrates first Argentina goal as Messi farewell nears

Palmeiras striker Jose Manuel Lopez has described his maiden international strike for Argentina as an unforgettable blessing following a resounding 4-0 win against Bolivia. The 25-year-old forward capitalised on Lionel Scaloni's sweeping squad rotation in Cordoba, sealing an emphatic victory as the Albiceleste prepare for Lionel Messi's imminent departure.