The 2026 World Cup is still more than 180 days away, yet anticipation around Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has already sent the event into a frenzy. The 2026 World Cup is still more than 180 days away,

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off six months from Thursday. Here's a deep dive into how the tournament could shape up and the top teams to watch.

Some big names will be playing here, too, like Lionel Messi and Argentina and a star-studded Netherlands squad that should bring a big traveling fan base. While initial expectations were some 650,000 fans could travel to KC as part of the World Cup games, that number may now be bigger, representatives from KC2026 say.

From tickets to travel and accommodations, here’s everything you need to know to follow Messi and Argentina at the 2026 World Cup.

Lionel Messi’s Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal already know when they could face each other at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the group stage draw.

Lionel Messi will take it "one day at a time" when it comes to deciding if he'll play in the 2026 World Cup.

Inter Miami claims its first Eastern Conference title with a 5-1 victory. Lionel Messi's potential 47th career trophy faces recognition questions beyond MLS.

Messi, Beckham, Henry, and Steve Carell spark chaos in Lay’s hilarious World Cup ad about hosting the ultimate watch party.

Is Lionel Messi playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup? That's the question on everyone's minds entering next summer's 48-team tournament in Canada, Mexico and the United States.