The Argentine national team, led by Lionel Messi , is preparing for its final and emotional matches in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers . With qualification for the World Cup already secured, the Albiceleste will defend its world title in 2026. Despite having already secured its place, the upcoming matches are of great importance, especially for its captain. The first match will be against Venezuela on Thursday, Sep. 5 at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires , a match that Messi has described as “very, very special” as it is possibly his last qualifying match at home. Argentina will then travel to Ecuador for their final match on September 10 . Both matches will serve to solidify La Scaloneta ’s position at the top of the Conmebol table. If you want to know what time is the

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