Lionel Messi eased fitness concerns ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by scoring shortly after coming off the bench in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Iceland. Returning from a hamstring injury, the captain converted a penalty just two minutes after entering the match. The victory boosted confidence as Argentina prepare to defend their World Cup title, with Messi set for his sixth tournament. Lionel Messi eased fitness concerns ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by scoring shortly after coming off the bench in Argentina’s 3-0 win over Iceland. Returning from a hamstring injury, the captain converted a penalty just two minutes after entering the match. The victory boosted confidence as Argentina prepare to defend their World Cup title, with Messi set for his sixth tournament.
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Watch: Messi silences injury concerns with stunning penalty in Argentina’s 3-0 win
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