Lionel Messi appears set for a sixth World Cup as Argentina, the defending champions, open their campaign against Algeria on Tuesday.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni framed the moment around Messi's return to the global stage ahead of that opener.
The whole world is waiting to see Lionel Messi.
The headline framing of Messi as a "competitive animal" likely refers to the mindset he may bring into what could be his sixth World Cup appearance.
With Argentina entering the tournament as defending champions, the Tuesday fixture against Algeria marks the first step in their bid to retain the title. Messi is set for a sixth World Cup.
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Lionel Scaloni says the world is waiting to see Lionel Messi as Argentina opens its World Cup title defense against Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium, with Messi set for his 200th cap.
Lionel Messi and Argentina open their 2026 World Cup campaign Tuesday against Algeria, with last-minute tickets still listed starting above $1,000.
