Messi and Argentina: Drama ends in a draw against Colombia!

Messi and Argentina: Drama ends in a draw against Colombia!

In an exciting World Cup qualifying duel, the Argentine national football team suffered a 1-1 draw against Colombia in Buenos Aires on June 11, 2025. The team's captain, Lionel Messi, was instrumental in the game, the final score of which disappointed many fans' expectations. The duel took place at the prestigious Estadio Monumental, where Argentina had previously won a convincing 1-0 win against Ecuador.

The opening game against Ecuador, in which Messi scored the decisive goal with a free kick in the 77th minute, marked a successful start to the 2026 World Cup qualification for Argentina. With the tournament being held in the United States, Canada and Mexico and featuring 48 nations for the first time, the Argentine team faces high expectations, which Messi himself describes as stressful as many teams were aiming to beat Argentina.

The game against Colombia

In the game against Colombia, Argentina initially appeared strong, but events took a turn in the second half. Enzo Fernández from Chelsea received a red card, putting his team outnumbered. This setback made further efforts to win much more difficult.

Despite being outnumbered, Messi and his team managed to maintain the pressure. However, the draw was unsatisfactory for many fans, as it was the first loss of points in the qualifying phase and a setback in their quest for successful qualification.

Looking at future challenges

Messi, who spoke after the game about his fatigue in the game, expressed his optimism and was grateful for the support. “It will be a challenging qualification,” he stressed, “and the next game against Bolivia in La Paz will be crucial.” The clash against Bolivia takes place on Tuesday and could be important for Argentina's chances of taking part in the World Cup.

The bright hopes that were attached to the first two games now need to be revived, especially after the draw against Colombia. As the team prepares for the challenges ahead, fan support remains paramount on the road to the 2026 World Cup.

For further information about this exciting World Cup qualifier, please visit Saarbrücker Zeitung or Sportbuzzer.