Argentina have been boosted by the return of captain Lionel Messi for their CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia, the country's football association said on Wednesday, after the 37-year-old recovered from an ankle injury.

Two Lionel Messi's teammates have been removed from Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers roster due to injuries.

After defeating Columbus Crew to prevail in the MLS Supporters' Shield for the first time, Inter Miami could advance to the FIFA Club World Cup.

Lionel Messi is ready to lead Inter Miami into the MLS Cup playoffs this month on the back of a Supporters Shield win.

Just two places remain to be filled for FIFA’s expanded tournament - one will go to the United States - the other, to this year’s Copa Libertadores winners.

Lionel Messi, the 37-year-old captain of Argentina's national football team, is set to make a comeback in the upcoming CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers. The Argentine Football Association confirmed the news of his comeback on Wednesday.

Lionel Messi will play two more games with the Argentina national team this year. Argentina will face Venezuela and Bolivia later this month.

Argentina have announced their squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers in October, with captain Lionel Messi returning from injury. Messi missed La Albiceleste's last two matches in September due to an injury sustained during the Copa America final.

After Inter Miami conquered the Supporters' Shield, as the team with the best overall record in the MLS regular season, Lionel Messi and company still have a strong chance to compete in the 2025 Club World Cup.