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.

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,

Inter Miami managing owner Jorge Mas has spoken out on Lionel Messi's contract situation with the Herons as the Argentine legend approaches the final six months of his deal

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

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.

Which teams have qualified for the 2026 World Cup?Messi's minutes have been managed and he came off the bench as Argentina won 1-0 at struggling Chile on Thursday. The Inter Miami star is the joint-leading goalscorer in South American World Cup qualifying with six goals and the 37-year-old is still the key player for the reigning World Cup champs.

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.