The prospect of a World Cup without Lionel Messi edged nearer to reality on Thursday as Argentina struggled to a 0-0 draw with Peru, which left their qualification hopes hanging in the balance. World Cup qualifying roundup: Poland on verge as Lewandowski sets record Read moreThe result left Argentina sixth in South America’s marathon qualification campaign for the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia. The Argentinians’ last World Cup qualifying win in Quito came in 2001. I remain confident we’ll be in the World Cup. Photograph: Mauricio Duenas/EPAHarry Kane late strike against Slovenia secures England’s World Cup place Read moreUruguay failed to break down Venezuela in a 0-0 draw and must wait until Tuesday to seal what looks like a certain World Cup place.

Source: The Guardian October 06, 2017 00:26 UTC