Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Brazil’s Vinicius Júnior had frustrating nights in South American World Cup qualifying.

Lionel Messi's Argentina are reportedly set to be without defenders Cristian Romero and Nicolas Tagliafico for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Peru on Tuesday (November 19).

Lionel Messi-led Argentina lost their 4th match in over five years as Paraguay overturned a 1-goal deficit to defeat La Albiceleste 2-1 in Asuncion on 15th November, 2024 (IST). Lautaro Martinez gave the visitors the lead in 11th minute before Antonio Sanabria brought back parity eight minutes later.

With Lionel Scaloni's squad at the top of the table and closing in on a ticket to the 2026 World Cup, Argentina is ready to keep the momentum alive and kick things up a notch as they defend their title.

How big Messi’s impact is can be gauged from the fact that Paraguay banned jerseys bearing the Argentina footballer’s name from entering the Estadio Defensores del Chaco stadium in Asunción.

Lionel Messi failed to score as Argentina were beaten 2-1 by Paraguay in CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers. The two goals of Paraguay also included an incredible bicycle kick from Antonio Sanabria.

Today's Paraguay vs Argentina live stream features two teams who both have qualification for the 2026 World Cup in their sights. Below we have all the information on how to watch Paraguay vs Argentina from anywhere in the world with details on worldwide TV channels, broadcasters, free streams and start times.

Lionel Messi returns to action with the Argentine national team Thursday night for a 2026 World Cup qualifying match on the road against Paraguay.

Argentina are back in action on Thursday with a trip to Asuncion to face a tough Paraguay test with a FIFA 2026 World Cup berth on the line. Lionel Scaloni's men can book their return as defending champions with a win barely two years on from their success in Qatar.

Paraguay shocked Argentina 2-1 at Estadio Defensores del Chaco in a riveting FIFA World Cup qualifier. Lautaro Martínez started Argentina's score in the 11th minute; then, in the 19th minute, Paraguayan Antonio Sanabria equalised with an amazing bicycle kick.