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Tuchel admits England were 'waiting for death' in semi-final defeat against Argentina

Thomas Tuchel said that England were "waiting for death" in their World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina as the Three Lions boss mounted another defence of his controversial substitutions.

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Lionel Messi to make Argentina farewell appearance in October

Lionel Messi was named in Argentina's squad on Tuesday for a friendly against Benin on October 6th, a match that will serve as his farewell appearance after he announced his international retirement last month.

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Flashscore sources: Real Madrid encouraged by Mac Allister uncertainty at Liverpool

Alexis Mac Allister's future at Liverpool has become increasingly uncertain, with Real Madrid sensing they could have a genuine opportunity to sign the Argentina international.

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Lionel Messi sets up two goals for Inter Miami in draw with Atlanta United

Lionel Messi set up both goals for Inter Miami as the Major League Soccer champions drew 2-2 with Atlanta United on Saturday in the Argentina star's first match since announcing his retirement from international football.

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Argentina preparing for long and difficult transition after Lionel Messi's farewell

The definitive goodbye of Lionel Messi seemed imminent. But the official announcement hit like a thunderstorm in Argentina on Monday, where they know a long transition is coming.

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Paredes admits suspension and Messi retirement make Argentina future uncertain

Midfielder Leandro Paredes said it will be difficult to ⁠carry on playing for Argentina after receiving a 10-match suspension for his role ‌in a brawl following the World Cup final defeat ‌by Spain.

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'Chapters are coming to an end': Emotional Messi retires from international football

Argentina legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football in an emotional statement, just over a month after his country's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.

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Atletico Madrid board categorically rule out selling Julian Alvarez to Barcelona

Atletico Madrid's Board of Directors on Thursday unanimously backed the club's stance on ⁠Argentina forward Julian Alvarez, ruling out any talks with Barcelona and saying there was "zero consideration" of a transfer ‌to the Catalan club.

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FIFA ban Leandro Paredes for World Cup final brawl and hand Argentina large fine

Argentinian midfielder Leandro Paredes has been suspended for 10 matches due to the "incidents" that occurred at the end of the World Cup final lost against Spain, FIFA announced on Friday.

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Alonso refuses to confirm Fernandez will remain at Chelsea amid exit rumours

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso refused to reveal if Enzo Fernandez wants to remain at Stamford Bridge after the Argentina midfielder was strongly linked with Manchester City.

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Alvarez 'focused' amid transfer links, insists new Atleti teammate Romero

New Atletico Madrid defender Cristian Romero said Thursday he sees his teammate and Argentina compatriot Julian Alvarez as "really focused" and "eager to keep scoring goals" despite his attempt to leave the club.

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Roma announce signing of Argentina full-back Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid

AS Roma completed the signing of Argentina's 2022 World Cup winning right-back Nahuel Molina from Spanish side Atletico Madrid, the Serie A club announced on Wednesday.

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Lionel Messi says goodbye to father who guided him through legendary career

Argentina football icon Lionel Messi bid farewell Sunday to his father, the global star's emotional anchor and agent since childhood who passed away following a battle with cancer aged 68.

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Mexico and Argentina back Gianni Infantino as FIFA fight rages on

Mexico and Argentina's football associations have thrown their support behind FIFA President Gianni Infantino, as the world football chief ⁠faces a fierce backlash over a now-abandoned proposal to sell off some of the commercial rights to the World Cup.

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Former Barcelona icon Messi donates 80,000 euros to help combat Madrid wildfires

Barcelona and Argentina icon Lionel Messi has offered his support amid the Madrid wildfires.

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Argentina star Lionel Messi back in Inter Miami training following brief World Cup break

Lionel Messi returned to training with his US club side Inter Miami on Wednesday, 10 days after losing the World Cup final with Argentina.

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FIFA open investigation into Argentina FA over Falklands banner & World Cup final scrap

FIFA have opened an investigation against The Argentine Football Association, three of its players and a coach.

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IFAB admits Embolo's sending-off in World Cup quarter-final against Argentina was wrong

Switzerland forward Breel Embolo should not have been sent off ⁠during this month's World Cup quarter-final against Argentina, according to a circular issued by ‌football's law-making body IFAB on Tuesday.

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The ageless Di Maria: Argentina’s man for the big occasion now dreams of the Libertadores

El Fideo, who proudly wears the jersey of his Rosario Central, is currently the best player in the Argentine league. At 38 years old. And he was sorely missed by his compatriot Lionel Messi in the defeat in New Jersey against Spain.

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Messi cleared to skip All-Star Game by MLS after reaching World Cup final

Lionel Messi will not be required to play in next week's Major League Soccer All-Star Game after representing Argentina in the recent World Cup final, the US domestic league said Saturday.

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De la Fuente condemns Argentina's 'unacceptable' behaviour after World Cup final

Spain head coach Luis De la Fuente has blasted the "unacceptable" behaviour of several Argentina players and their coaching staff after losing the World Cup final.

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Nicolas Otamendi confirms retirement from international football after World Cup final loss

Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi announced his ⁠retirement from international football on Thursday, bringing the curtain down ‌on a 17-year career during which he ‌won the 2022 World Cup ‌and two Copa America titles.

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Argentina's FA denies reports of its president being ordered to give evidence by US courts

Argentina's football association (AFA) ⁠on Wednesday said it was "completely untrue" that president Claudio Tapia or treasurer Pablo Toviggino had been ‌ordered to give evidence by US courts. The AFA acknowledged, however, that ‌a third party was summoned to appear before ‌a grand jury and potentially provide evidence about ‌several people, including officials from the organisation.

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Argentina left in precarious situation with Messi and Scaloni's futures up in the air

Grit and passion were not enough for Argentina as they failed to overcome the obstacle of a dominant Spain side in the World Cup final. Now, questions arise about how those who remain will react and form a new group, with the futures of Lionel Messi and manager Lionel Scaloni up in the air.