Argentina Held by Colombia, Lionel Messi Plays 78 Minutes

Lionel Messi had to settle for 78 minutes of play as Argentina was held to a 1-1 draw by Colombia in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in the CONMEBOL zone at Estadio Monumental.

Colombia took the lead first through a Luis Diaz goal in the 24th minute, and that scoreline lasted until halftime. Argentina finally equalized with a low shot from Thiago Almada in the 81st minute.

Argentina’s captain, Lionel Messi, who was once again trusted as a starter in this match, had to leave the pitch after playing 78 minutes, before the equalizing goal was scored.