The "little boy from Rosario" first twinkle-toed his way on to the global stage at the 2005 U-20 World Cup, and inspired Argentina to glory. Despite starting Argentina's FIFA U-20 World Cup Netherlands 2005 opener against USA on the bench, it didn’t take ...

The last FIFA World Cup took place in Qatar in 2022, and Argentina claimed the championship in a dramatic, high-scoring final that captivated fans around the world. Led by captain Lionel Messi, Argentina defeated France to secure the nation’s third World Cup title and its first since 1986.

Football legend Lionel Messi visited Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium. He met cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar. Messi received a Team India jersey. The event featured cultural performances and a friendly football match.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off six months from Thursday. Here's a deep dive into how the tournament could shape up and the top teams to watch.