European Football · Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Argentina faces post-Messi succession challenge for 2026
After the final defeat against Spain, the Argentine press fears a generational void ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
By Editorial team
The Albiceleste falls 1-0 after extra time against Spain in the final. Lionel Messi is no longer at the heart of the project for 2026: the Scaloni era must reinvent itself. The Argentine press acknowledges the players' commitment while highlighting the urgency of finding new leaders. Generational renewal becomes crucial to defend the team's ambitions in the United States, Canada and Mexico.