Lionel Messi to Captain Argentina in Sixth World Cup
Lionel Messi, at 38 years old, will captain Argentina in the 2026 World Cup, marking his sixth appearance in the tournament. He leads the squad after winning the last World Cup in Qatar and holds the record for the most matches played in World Cup history. Argentina is set to compete in Group J, starting their campaign against Algeria on June 17. Messi, who has scored 116 goals for his country, may reach 200 appearances if he plays in upcoming friendlies.
