Argentina are fresh off the back of their romp through CONMEBOL during 2026 World Cup qualifying, now focused on the build-up to next summer’s tournament beginning with a friendly against Venezuela in Miami on Friday (8 pm ET).

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Lionel Messi is back in the squad for the reigning, soon-to-be defending world champions after not being called in for Argentina’s final two qualifiers with qualification having already been secured. The 38-year-old continues to dominate MLS and re-write the league’s record books on a seemingly weekly basis. Messi has 24 goals, 17 assists in 26 appearances this season, en route to a surefire MVP award.

How to watch Argentina vs Venezuela live, stream link and start time

Kick off time: 8 pm ET, Fr

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