Lionel Messi returns to action with the Argentine national team Thursday night for a 2026 World Cup qualifying match on the road against Paraguay.

Lionel Messi, Julián Alvarez and Lautaro Martínez all started for the World Cup holders as they were stunned at Estadio Defensores del Chaco.

Paraguay will face Argentina in a Matchday 11 clash of the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers. Here's how to watch the game live, either on TV or through streaming platforms available in the USA.

Today's Paraguay vs Argentina live stream features two teams who both have qualification for the 2026 World Cup in their sights. Below we have all the information on how to watch Paraguay vs Argentina from anywhere in the world with details on worldwide TV channels, broadcasters, free streams and start times.

On Thursday night, Argentina, leaders of the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying table, head to Asuncion for a challenging matchup against Paraguay. With a strong chance to secure their place in the 2026 finals, Argentina, under Lionel Scaloni, look set to defend their World Cup title from 2022 in Qatar.

Lionel Messi’s Argentina are down 2-1 against Paraguay in the first half for Matchday 11 of 2026 World Cup Qualifiers at Defensores del Chaco stadium. Check out our live updates! Paraguay lead Argentina 2-1 for Matchday 11 of 2026 World Cup Qualifiers at Defensores del Chaco stadium.