But the 32-team tournament, which will be played across the USA from June 14 to July 13, has faced criticism and scepticism since the moment FIFA president Gianni Infantino began to float the idea.

Marcos Rojo and Lionel Messi formed a strong partnership during their time with the Argentina national team, playing 45 matches together from 2011 to 2019. Their chemistry, both on and off the field,

Cincinnati is among the 11 U.S. cities set to host tournament matches, with four group-stage games taking place at TQL Stadium from June 15-25.