Official: Messi to visit Angola for friendly match

The Argentina national team will play a friendly match against Angola's national squad.

Details: The match will take place on November 14 in Luanda, the country's capital.

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This means the reigning world champions will play on African soil for the first time in a long while. The match promises to be a major event for local fans, as Messi’s arrival with his star-studded Argentina teammates is expected to generate huge excitement.

Reminder: Lionel Messi has confirmed his desire to play at the 2026 World Cup.