Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Facundo Medina across Soccer, Football.
Ahead of the historic World Cup final in New Jersey, fun facts about Spain and Argentina’s line‑ups reveal quirky habits, unexpected histories and surprising connections that add a human touch to the sport’s biggest stage.
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina devolved into a physically charged contest, featuring multiple fouls, a red card and unsportsmanlike celebrations that mirrored the roughness of the 2010 final.
Argentina will field a revised attack against Egypt after a hard‑fought victory over Cape Verde, while Egypt looks to build on a penalty shootout win against Australia.
With Lionel Messi’s fitness in doubt and a string of tactical adjustments on the table, the upcoming match promises drama and strategy.
Argentina scraped past Cabo Verde 3-2 in a tense extra‑time encounter in Miami, advancing to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi opened the scoring and assisted the winning goal, while defensive concerns remain.
Egypt edged Australia in a penalty shootout, Argentina survived a fierce Cape Verde side, and the tournament moved to Kansas City for the Colombia‑Ghana clash.
A deep dive into the subtle yet decisive act known as the dummy, from Thiago Almada’s telepathic pass for Lionel Messi to historic moments that illustrate its strategic power.
Lionel Messi's second goal in stoppage time gave Argentina a 2-0 win over Austria, marking his 18th World Cup goal and extending his record of scoring in six consecutive tournaments.
Lionel Messi scored both goals in Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria, becoming the World Cup's all-time leading scorer.
Lionel Messi scored both goals in Argentina's 2-0 win over Austria, becoming the World Cup's all-time leading scorer with 18 goals.
Lionel Messi's 18 World Cup goals set a new benchmark, underscoring his enduring skill at nearly 39 while reflecting soccer's rising popularity across America.
Lionel Messi's brace against Austria not only secured a 2-0 win but also broke the World Cup scoring record, joining an elite group of players with six consecutive tournament goals.
Lionel Messi's 18th World Cup goal, scored in stoppage time against Austria, broke the all‑time scoring record and underscored Argentina's unbeaten start to the tournament.
Lionel Messi's two goals against Austria not only secured a 2-0 win but also etched his name into World Cup history, as his father battles illness.