Captain Lionel Messi took Argentina to the quarter-finals with a great performance in the World Cup. However, along with the fight on the field, his club career has been discussed anew. The eight-time Ballon d`Or winner could face another one-match ban from Major League Soccer (MLS) if Argentina reach the 2026 World Cup final.
The World Cup final is scheduled to be held on July 19. Just 10 days later, on July 29, the 2026 MLS All-Star Match will take place. Messi has been selected in this match organized at the Bank of America Stadium located in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. However, if Argentina plays in the final, he may decide not to play in the All-Star match due to physical and mental exhaustion after a long and tough tournament.