× Language:

Us final

FIFA WC: This team never stops believing, says Messi after Argentina reach the semi-final

Image Source: IANS

Advertisement

Lionel Messi Hails Argentina's Fighting Spirit After Dramatic Win Over Switzerland, Sets Up England Clash

By IANS News July 13, 2026 • 09:10 AM View: 1019

Argentina's legendary footballer Lionel Messi hailed his team's resilience and fighting spirit after the defending champions survived a major scare against Switzerland to book their spot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final for the second consecutive time.

FIFA World Cup leading goal scorer Messi could not make an impact with a goal in the match; however, he stayed till the last whistle and motivated the team as Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez struck in extra time to help Argentina beat a 10-man Switzerland by 3-1.

TAGS Lionel Messi Argentina Vs Switzerland FIFA World Cup 2026 Argentina Semi-final Julian Alvarez Lautaro Martinez Argentina Vs England

Advertisement

Related Cricket News on Us final

Linda Noskova wins maiden Wimbledon title, beats Karolina Muchova in all-Czech final

Linda Noskova claimed her first Grand Slam title by defeating Karolina Muchova 6-2, 5-7, 6-3 in an all-Czech Wimbledon final. The 21-year-old is set to rise to a career-high World ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
Alexander Zverev storms into maiden Wimbledon final, extends Grand Slam winning streak to 13

Alexander Zverev defeated British wildcard Arthur Fery 7-6(0), 6-2, 6-4 to reach his first Wimbledon final. The German is now one win away from a second straight Grand Slam title. ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
Wimbledon 2026: Linda Noskova, Karolina Muchova Set Up All-Czech Women’s Singles Final

Linda Noskova defeated Marta Kostyuk, while Karolina Muchova saved a match point to beat Coco Gauff and book an all-Czech Wimbledon 2026 women’s singles final. ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
Spain Eye World Cup Semi-Final as Belgium Aim to End Unbeaten Defensive Run

Spain face Belgium in a FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final with Luis de la Fuente's side yet to concede a goal, while the Red Devils look to end La Roja's ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
Novak Djokovic Survives 5-Hour Wimbledon Marathon to Reach Record 15th Semi-Final

Novak Djokovic defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a thrilling five-set Wimbledon quarter-final lasting 5 hours and 15 minutes. The 24-time Grand Slam champion reached his record-extending 15th Wimbledon semi-final. ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
Cristiano Ronaldo Bids Farewell to the FIFA World Cup After Portugal's Defeat

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the 2026 FIFA World Cup was his last after Portugal's Round of 16 defeat to Spain. The legendary forward ends his World Cup career with ...

By IANS News

2 weeks ago
World Archery Upgrades Jyothi Surekha Vennam's World Cup Final Bronze To Silver

Archery World Cup Final: Jyothi Surekha Vennam's bronze medal at the 2025 Archery World Cup Final in Nanjing has been upgraded to silver by World Archery, the sport's global governing ...

By IANS News

2 weeks ago
India Sign Off With Four Medals From Asia Cup Bridge Championships

Asia Cup Bridge Championships: Host nation India concluded its campaign in the 5th Asia Cup Bridge Championships with an impressive haul of three silver and one bronze, underlining the country’s ...

By IANS News

3 weeks ago
India Beat New Zealand 2-0 to Win FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup 2025-26

India defeated New Zealand 2-0 in the FIH Hockey Women’s Nations Cup 2025-26 final to claim their second title and secure promotion to the FIH Pro League next season. ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
Alexander Zverev Reaches French Open Final, Moves One Win Away from First Grand Slam Title

Alexander Zverev defeated Jakub Mensik in four sets to reach the French Open final and move one step closer to his first Grand Slam title. The German star will now ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten Storm Into French Open Men’s Doubles Final

Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten advanced to the French Open men's doubles final with a straight-sets win over Quentin Halys and Pierre-Hugues Herbert, moving one step closer to their maiden ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori Defend French Open Mixed Doubles Title in Stunning Comeback Victory

Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori successfully defended their French Open mixed doubles crown, rallying from a set down to defeat Gabriela Dabrowski and Evan King 4-6, 6-3, 10-4 in the ...

By IANS News

1 month ago
S8UL’s Aravindh Chithambaram Becomes First Indian Chess Player To Qualify For Esports World Cup 2026

S8UL Grandmasters Nihal Sarin: S8UL, a global name in esports and gaming content, has officially qualified for its third title at the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 after Indian Grandmaster ...

By IANS News

2 months ago
Rugby Premier League Season 2: Hyderabad Heroes Retain Moreno, Wekesa; Sumit Kumar Roy Returns

Rugby Premier League Season: Manu Moreno and Kevin Wekesa were retained by Hyderabad Heroes before the Rugby Premier League Season 2 auction, held in Hyderabad from June 16 to June ...

By IANS News

2 months ago