Argentina football news
Here are some recent news and updates about football in Argentina:
Lionel Messi and Barcelona
- Lionel Messi has been linked with a move away from Barcelona, with Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City reportedly interested in signing him. (Source: ESPN)
- Messi has been struggling with injuries and has only played 11 games for Barcelona this season. (Source: Marca)
River Plate and Boca Juniors
- River Plate and Boca Juniors, two of Argentina's most successful clubs, have been involved in a heated rivalry in recent years. The two teams have been involved in several high-profile matches, including the Copa Libertadores final in 2018. (Source: BBC)
- River Plate has been struggling this season, with the team currently sitting in 10th place in the Argentine Primera División. (Source: ESPN)
Argentina National Team
- Argentina's national team has been struggling to find consistency under coach Lionel Scaloni. The team has won only two of its last 10 matches. (Source: ESPN)
- Argentina has been eliminated from the Copa America and the World Cup qualifiers, and the team's chances of qualifying for the 2022 World Cup are looking slim. (Source: Marca)
Other News
- Argentine football legend Diego Maradona has been involved in a controversy after he was accused of using his influence to get his friend, a former player, a job at a football club. (Source: The Guardian)
- The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has been criticized for its handling of the national team and the domestic league. (Source: ESPN)
Recent Results
- River Plate 1-2 Boca Juniors (Argentine Primera División)
- Argentina 1-1 Chile (Copa America)
- Barcelona 2-1 Real Madrid (La Liga)
Upcoming Matches
- Argentina vs. Colombia (Copa America)
- River Plate vs. Racing Club (Argentine Primera División)
- Barcelona vs. Valencia (La Liga)