Argentina to Play in India, Singapore; Messi's Return

Lionel Messi is expected to return to the field with Inter Miami against Philadelphia Union after recovering from a hamstring injury that kept him sidelined since March 16. Argentina's national team, led by Messi, is set to visit India in October 2025 for an exhibition match as part of a partnership with HSBC, marking Messi's return to India after 14 years. This initiative aligns with Argentina's global expansion strategy ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Additionally, Argentina will play in Singapore in early 2026, providing HSBC customers exclusive benefits like match tickets and fan experiences. Argentina has demonstrated it can win without Messi, as shown in recent victories over Brazil and Uruguay. Speculation remains about whether Messi will participate in the 2026 World Cup, with coach Lionel Scaloni urging patience regarding his decision.