With his presence in the national team in doubt, Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazario made a bold statement on Lionel Messi and Argentina national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

But in 2025, one Argentine midfielder carved his name into history, becoming the only active player to win both the FIFA World Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup.

A ban on away fans in Argentina’s local leagues — a restriction that failed to end stadium violence — will gradually be lifted under a plan announced by the country’s soccer federation.

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