Messi returns to Argentina for family break

Lionel Messi, the captain of the Argentina national team, has returned to Argentina after the World Cup final. The 10 of the team arrived in Rosario, his hometown, to spend some days with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their three children.

What happened?

The plane that transported Messi from Miami landed near 6:30 at the Rosario Islas Malvinas International Airport. The captain of the team was received by dozens of people who approached the runway with thank-you signs.

Why is it important?

Messi's arrival in Argentina comes at a time when the team is in a period of rest and recovery after the World Cup final. The captain of the team will spend some days in Rosario with his family to rest and recover from the physical and emotional exhaustion left by the Copa del Mundo.

What comes next?

After spending some days in Rosario, Messi will return to the United States to rejoin the Inter Miami team alongside his teammate Rodrigo de Paul. The Argentina national team has already begun to prepare for the next season, and Messi will be ready to return to competition.

World Cup 2026 final

The World Cup 2026 final was played on July 19 at the stadium in the city of Buenos Aires. The Argentina national team lost 1-0 to Spain, and Messi was one of the players who stood out most in the game.

Recent form (last 5): 4W-0D-1L (LWWWW, most recent first)

The Argentina national team has had a good run in the last games, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last 5 matches.

Last result: Spain 1-0 Argentina (2026-07-19)

The Argentina national team lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup 2026 final, on July 19 at the stadium in the city of Buenos Aires.