Argentine star Lionel Messi was unavailable for the match against Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, but what was the reason for his absence? Argentina and Uruguay face off on Friday afternoon in a high-stakes 2026 World Cup Qualifier,

Patrice Evra has defended Didier Deschamps’ record as France manager and suggested FIFA “gave the World Cup to [Lionel] Messi” in 2022. Messi went into the tournament in Qatar with the World Cup the only missing piece on his glittering CV and played a key role as Lionel Scaloni’s men clinched their first global crown since 1986.

Argentina are set to face Uruguay on Friday, March 21 in a highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier. Lionel Messi will miss the clash as he is suffering from a minor muscle injury he suffered against Inter Miami's clash against Atlanta United.