Brazilian FA issue statement after Messi 'tragedy' claimThe Brazilian FA (CBF) have come out to defend Rio de Janeiro's military police, who were criticised by Argentina star Lionel Messi.BrazilL. Messi
Messi makes injury admission & accuses police of 'beating people'Lionel Messi revealed he had an adductor problem throughout Argentina's narrow win over Brazil, which was marred by police violence in the stands.L. MessiArgentina
🎥 'Watch your mouth!' - Messi RAGES at RodrygoLionel Messi raged at Brazil forward Rodrygo while backing up Argentina team-mate Rodrigo De Paul after a delayed start to the game at the Maracana. L. MessiArgentina
WATCH: Martinez charges at police officer & tries to take his batonArgentina keeper Emiliano Martinez appeared to charge at a Brazilian police officer and try to take away his baton during ugly scenes at the Maracana.ArgentinaE. Martinez
'Cannot be tolerated!' - Messi reacts to 'crazy' violenceLionel Messi took to social media to call for an end to the "crazy repression" of Argentina fans in Brazil after violent scenes at the Maracana.L. MessiArgentina
Messi to lose his mentor?! Scaloni drops shock resignation hintLionel Messi could soon be without his World Cup-winning mentor Lionel Scaloni, after the Argentina boss dropped a shock resignation hint.L. MessiArgentina
Otamendi lifts Argentina as Messi plays peacemaker in BrazilThe centre-back jumped over two defenders to provide the only goal as Lionel Messi and Co. saw off their most hated rivalsPlayer ratingsArgentina
Wasteful Raphinha sums up sorry Brazil in Argentina lossFernando Diniz's side looked out of ideas going forward as they suffered the country's first-ever World Cup qualifying loss on home soilPlayer ratingsBrazil
Argentina-Brazil delayed as fans clash in Maracana standsArgentina captain Lionel Messi led his team off the pitch before kickoff as Argentina fans clashed with Brazilian policeArgentinaBrazil
Brazil vs Argentina: Head-to-head recordThe South American rivalry between Brazil and Argentina is one of the biggest on the international stage.BrazilArgentina
Could embattled Brazil really miss the World Cup?!The five-time champions have won just two of their opening five qualifiers ahead of Tuesday's clash with the defending champions at the MaracanaAnalysisBrazil
Marquinhos warns Brazil they can’t stop ‘genius’ MessiMarquinhos has warned Brazil that they cannot expect to stop the “genius” of Lionel Messi when lining up against Argentina at the Maracana.L. MessiArgentina
Brazil fearful of Messi's 'decision-making power', admits DinizFernando Diniz has admitted his Brazil side are worried about Lionel Messi ahead of their World Cup qualifier against Argentina.L. MessiBrazil
‘Only seen him in video games’ – Messi has Martinelli excitedGabriel Martinelli cannot wait to face “phenomenal” Lionel Messi as he has previously only seen the Argentine superstar “in video games”.L. MessiArgentina
Messi muzzled! Why Argentina icon has struggled against BrazilFew teams have been able to keep the legendary attacker quiet, but his next opponent has been one of the best at doing soAnalysisL. Messi
Bad news for Arsenal! Jesus set to start against ArgentinaBrazil coach Fernando Diniz is likely to field injured Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus against Argentina in their World Cup qualifier.G. JesusArsenal
'I'm more of a Ronaldo fan' - Endrick snubs MessiReal Madrid-bound teenager Endrick has admitted he is a bigger fan of Cristiano Ronaldo than Lionel Messi ahead of Brazil's clash with Argentina.C. RonaldoL. Messi
‘Very careful’ - How Brazil intend to deal with Messi threatRodrygo admits Brazil will need to be “very careful” when dealing with the obvious threat that Lionel Messi poses to them in World Cup qualification.L. MessiArgentina
Monumental blow for Madrid as Vini Jr out for 10 weeksVinicius Junior is facing 10 weeks out after being forced to withdraw from the Brazil squad ahead of the World Cup qualifier against rivals Argentina.Vinicius JuniorBrazil
‘Best in history’ - Mbappe insists Messi ‘deserved’ Ballon d’Or Kylian Mbappe lauded Lionel Messi as "the best in history" and insisted he "deserved" the 2023 Ballon d’Or after his World Cup heroics with Argentina.L. MessiK. Mbappe
Diaz pays tribute to Alisson after scoring twice past himFollowing Colombia's triumph against Brazil, Liverpool teammates Luis Diaz and Alisson exchanged an impassioned hug that left fans in awe.L. DiazA. Becker
Explained: How Taylor Swift forced Messi to La BomboneraLionel Messi and Argentina lined up against Uruguay in 2026 World Cup qualifying action at La Bombonera due to the global influence of Taylor Swift.L. MessiArgentina
Vinicius Jr issues injury update ahead of meeting with MessiVinicius Junior limped out of Brazil’s World Cup qualifying defeat to Colombia, making him a serious doubt to face Lionel Messi and Argentina.Vinicius JuniorBrazil
Even Messi loses! Scaloni admits Argentina are ‘not unbeatable’Lionel Scaloni admits that a World Cup crown does not make Argentina “unbeatable”, with even Lionel Messi having to taste defeat sometimes.L. MessiArgentina
‘Learn respect!’ - Messi reacts to obscene gesture from UgarteLionel Messi reacted to an obscene gesture from Manuel Ugarte towards Rodrigo De Paul by advising certain Uruguayan players to “learn respect”.L. MessiArgentina
WATCH: Diaz's father's emotional reaction to Colombia goalThe Liverpool winger scored twice for Colombia, and celebrated wildly as his father was moved to tears in the Estadio Metropolitano stands.L. DiazColombia
Messi finally loses! Sloppy Argentina fall to UruguayFor the first time since that famous defeat to Saudi Arabia in the World Cup, Lionel Messi and Argentina have lost.Player ratingsArgentina
Brazil are toothless without Neymar and Vini Jr! Fernando Diniz's side couldn't generate any attacking momentum as a Luis Diaz double saw them drop points yet againPlayer ratingsBrazil
WATCH: Stadium announcer goes wild as Messi honouredLionel Messi has been honoured by Argentina for his eighth Ballon d'Or success, with a special pre-game presentation marking the achievement.L. MessiArgentina
Vinicius left Brazil's WCQ vs Colombia with a leg injuryThe Real Madrid winger exited Brazil's World Cup qualifier against Colombia after 26 minutes.Vinicius JuniorReal Madrid
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