Rosario is Argentina’s third-largest city, on the Paraná River, a regional hub in Santa Fe.
Argentina has rallied to reach the 2026 World Cup final after a dramatic late comeback against England, with Lionel Messi providing decisive assists and a late winning cross. Messi’s performance has cemented his status as the tournament’s standout, as Argentina seeks back-to-back titles.
Spain defeats Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final with Ferran Torres scoring in extra time. Messi has endured heartbreak at the final and posts an emotional message reflecting on the journey. Argentina ends its title bid after two straight final appearances; Spain becomes the first nation to hold men’s and women’s World Cup titles simultaneously.
Argentina has reached the World Cup final after Lautaro Martinez’s stoppage-time winner in Atlanta, sparking awe across Buenos Aires. Fans pour into the Obelisk, city streets, and public spaces, while celebrations contrast with lingering online claims of refereeing bias.
Argentina has issued a presidential decree expanding immigration powers to bar, deport, and revoke visas for individuals who promote hatred against Argentines or desecrate national symbols. The move follows a wave of backlash after Argentina's World Cup performance, including a post-match brawl and FIFA investigations. The decree emphasizes that criticism protected under the constitution remains exempt, but it leaves unresolved how hate speech will be defined or enforced against tourists and long-term residents.
Jorge Messi has died in Rosario at 68 after a long illness, the family and Newell's Old Boys have announced. Inter Miami, Barcelona and national football bodies have paid tribute; Lionel Messi has returned to Argentina and missed Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup match while teammates and clubs held moments of silence and wore black armbands.
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has returned to the field after his father Jorge’s funeral as he contemplates retirement. His father, who served as his agent, has died aged 68. Messi has expressed uncertainty about continuing to play, while teammates and opponents offer support as Miami exits the Leagues Cup group stage.
Lionel Messi has publicly mourned the loss of his father Jorge, who served as his agent and business manager. The Argentina great has hinted at possible retirement and is dealing with personal tragedy while continuing his MLS commitments.
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from the Argentina national team in a handwritten Instagram statement published on 31 August 2026. The 39-year-old has said he has "nothing left to give" after leading Argentina to the 2022 World Cup and to the 2026 final. Tributes and plans for a farewell match are under way; Argentina will meet friendly opponents in September.
Lionel Messi has announced his international retirement and is set to play a farewell friendly for Argentina against Benin in Buenos Aires. The match marks a final chapter in a 21-year national-team career that features 125 goals in 207 appearances and a 2022 World Cup crown; Scaloni signals a hopeful transition with a new generation ready to lead.
Argentina bids farewell to Lionel Messi as he ends 21 years with the national team, capping a remarkable career crowned by a World Cup title. The national stadium fills as players, families, and fans pay tribute in a public farewell ahead of Messi's MLS duties with Inter Miami.