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Aguero played his part in memorable triumphs for his country at youth level, twice winning the under-20 World Cup as well as claiming an Olympic gold medal alongside Messi at the 2008 Beijing Games. (Photo:AFP)

Sergio Aguero returns to side as Lionel Messi's bid to claim national cup boosts

Aguero has started only 14 games in major tournaments since making his World Cup debut in 2010.

11 Jun 2019 10:54 AM

It's 26 years since Argentina last won the Copa America, despite contesting four of the last five finals. (Photo:AFP)

Lionel Messi keen to end his hunt for national trophy

Messi has one of the most impressive trophy hauls in football history but there is a glaring void when it comes to national team accolades.

11 Jun 2019 10:04 AM

In Brazil this year, Messi, Sergio Aguero and Angel Di Maria will be the only players remaining from the group that lost to Germany. (Photo: AP)

Messi gets another shot at a major title with Argentina

Argentina will play its opening match against Colombia in Salvador.

05 Jun 2019 5:07 PM

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner's national team frustrations are well known and at 31 he is fast running out of opportunities to win a major international honour with his country. (Photo: AFP)

'Messi still driven to win with Argentina', says Aguero

Despite trophy cupboards laden with club accolades, both Messi and Aguero have suffered much heartache with the Argentine national team.

31 May 2019 10:13 AM

Messi, who only returned to the Argentina squad in March after an eight-month absence following the World Cup in Russia, will turn 32 during the competition. (Photo: AFP)

Lionel Messi, Sergio Aguero included in Argentina's squad for Copa America

Paris Saint Germain winger Angel Di Maria was also included but there was no place for striker Gonzalo Higuain.

22 May 2019 11:10 AM

Aguero, who scored 21 Premier League goals in 33 appearances for Manchester City this season, has been in international exile since after last year’s World Cup in Russia, when Argentina crashed out in the last 16. (Photo: AP/PTI)

Sergio Aguero to be in Argentina’s provisional squad for Copa America: Sources

Alongside Aguero, Barcelona great Lionel Messi and Paris St Germain’s Angel Di Maria will also be in the squad.

15 May 2019 12:37 PM

'My cycle with the national team is over, now I’m watching things from the outside, to the joy of many people', Higuain said in an interview with Fox Sports on Thursday. (Photo: AP)

Argentina striker Higuain hangs up his boots

The striker missed a clear opportunity to open the scoring in the 2014 World Cup final, which Argentina lost to Germany.

29 Mar 2019 10:50 AM

The 31-year old is showing a great form in the Champions League, so Argentina will be hoping if he can replicate his form. (Photo: AP)

Messi to return in friendly against Venezuela

Messi has not played for his country since elimination from the 2018 World Cup and this will be Messi’s first feature for his country.

22 Mar 2019 6:20 PM

Colourful Kazan wows its visitors

Kazan has a few old-world charms like horse-driven carriages to see around the city.

01 Jul 2018 2:27 AM

FIFA World Cup 2018, France vs Argentina: Messi's dream shattered in thriller

Score: France (Griezmann 13', Pavard 57', Mbappe 64', 68') 4 - 3 Argentina (Di Maria 41', Mercado 58', Aguero 90+3')

30 Jun 2018 7:29 PM

Jubilation turned to alarm soon after the final whistle when a video emerged on social media of Maradona walking with difficulty and being guided into the dining room of the VIP section by two friends.(Photo: AFP)

FIFA World Cup 2018: Diego Maradona memes break the internet

From his VIP box in the stands Maradona reigned supreme as the undisputed centre of attention.

27 Jun 2018 12:55 PM

Father of Alex said his son was a great fan of Lionel Messi, captain of Argentina, which has just one point from two games in so far in the world cup in Russia.(Photo: Facebook)

Lionel Messi fan from Kerala leaves home with suicide note after Argentina's loss

A search was on for Dinu Alex, missing since he left his home after Argentina suffered a 0-3 rout against Croatia.

23 Jun 2018 1:42 PM

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