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Ancelotti blames ref, ball boys in Brazil upset

Brazil's Football Federation president Samir Xaud said that his side "played against the referees, the police and the ball boys" in their defeat to Bolivia.

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Bolivia stun Brazil to secure WC playoff spot

Miguel Terceros scored from a penalty in the first half and Bolivia downed Brazil 1-0 on Tuesday in South American qualifying which combined with Colombia's win over Venezuela helped the Bolivians advance to the playoff tournament for the 2026 World Cup.

Why is Lionel Messi not committing to the 2026 World Cup with Argentina? (2:10)
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Scaloni: Messi to 'take his time' on WC decision

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni addressed the growing uncertainty that Lionel Messi will choose not to play at the upcoming 2026 World Cup, reaffirming the team captain will "take this time calmly" before making a final decision.

Scaloni admits he hasn't spoken to Messi about 2026 World Cup (1:12)
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Could Lionel Messi retire before the 2026 World Cup? (1:55)
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Messi says goodbye in Argentina, 'we'll see' on WC

Lionel Messi got emotional after playing his final competitive match in Argentina in a 3-0 World Cup qualifying win over Venezuela on Thursday in Buenos Aires, saying that finishing in front of his home fans was something he "always dreamed of."

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Pedro: Playing for Chelsea and Brazil has always been my dream (1:30)
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Messi, Mastantuono in Argentina qualifying team

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has included Lionel Messi in his preliminary list for CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Ecuador on Sept. 4 and 9, respectively.

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Why De Paul's Inter Miami move is good for MLS, but bad for Argentina (1:45)
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Nicol backs Messi's MLS All-Star snub (2:12)
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Should Messi be rested for the MLS All-star game? (2:04)
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Sources: Madrid's injured Endrick out 2 months

Real Madrid forward Endrick is expected to be out of action until mid-September, sources have told ESPN, after suffering another injury setback.