Will Lionel Messi play tonight for Argentina vs Burkina Faso in International friendly 2026?
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The 39-year-old Lionel Messi has scored 125 goals in 207 appearances for La Albiceleste.
The Argentina national football team are all set to welcome the Burkina Faso national football team at the Estadio Más Monumental. The two sides will go head-to-head in what could be an entertaining international friendly.
Lionel Scaloni’s men are coming after securing a dominant 4-0 victory against Bolivia in their recent friendly outing. Lautaro Martinez put Argentina in front after scoring the opening goal in just the 19th minute. Nico Paz, Cristian Romero and Jose Lopez were the other goal scorers for the side.
La Albiceleste had control of the game from the start. They did not lose composure and also managed a clean sheet in the end. The Argentina national football team are now preparing for the post-Lionel Messi era.
Messi already announced his retirement after the FIFA World Cup 2026 final loss to Spain. The 39-year-old is set to return and play in his farewell match for his country.
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Will Lionel Messi play against Burkina Faso?
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The Argentinian superstar was not spotted training with the first team. This means Lionel Messi is yet to join the squad. He will not be a part of Argentina vs Burkina Faso international friendly 2026 outing.
The 39-year-old is fit and fine. He recently made an appearance for his club, Inter Miami, in a 1-2 loss against Columbus Crew in the MLS 2026.
Leo Messi is all set to be a part of Argentina’s clash with Benin, which will take place on October 6. It is going to be the farewell match for the 39-year-old forward.
Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez will continue to lead La Albiceleste in the attacking front. Nico Paz and Alexis Mac Allister are once again going to be crucial in the midfield.
Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez are doing a positive job for the Argentina national football team in the backline. Emiliano Martinez will continue to guard the goal for the nation.
Will Lionel Messi play in Argentina vs Burkina Faso international friendly?
The 39-year-old has not joined the squad for training and is set to miss out on this one.
How many goals has Lionel Messi scored for Argentina?
He has scored 125 goals in 207 appearances for La Albiceleste.
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