World Cup 2026: Vinicius Junior rates Argentina’s chances of winning trophy with Lionel Messi
Vinicius Jr. Points to Argentina as Strong Contender for 2026 World Cup
Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr. has weighed in on the potential strength of Lionel Messi and the Argentina national team as they prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
As the reigning world champions, Argentina carries significant expectations entering the tournament. Coach Lionel Scaloni is expected to announce his 26-man squad within the next 48 hours, generating anticipation among fans and analysts alike.
In discussing Argentina’s prospects, Vinicius expressed admiration for Messi and his teammates, identifying them as frontrunners for the World Cup title. He noted that their status as defending champions is likely to boost their confidence.
“Argentina is certainly one of the favorites for the World Cup,” Vinicius said during an interview with CazeTV, as reported by All About Argentina on X. “They possess immense confidence, and they have Messi. He always introduces something unique; we can never predict what he might do.”
The Brazilian forward praised Messi’s ability to elevate his team’s performance, describing the Inter Miami captain’s contributions on the field as often extraordinary.
In the 2026 World Cup, Argentina will compete in Group J alongside Algeria, Jordan, and Austria. Brazil, represented by Vinicius, is placed in Group C, where they will face Morocco, Haiti, and Scotland.
