Lionel Messi stated he does not regret missing a penalty during Argentina’s 2-0 win against Austria in a World Cup 2026 qualifying match on June 23rd. The game, part of Group J, saw Argentina secure a victory despite Messi’s missed opportunity from the penalty spot. Messi expressed a hypothetical scenario, suggesting a different outcome had the penalty been successful. He did not elaborate on specific feelings regarding the miss, maintaining a composed stance. This win follows Argentina’s earlier performance in the qualifying stage. The match concluded at midnight, marking a significant result for the Argentinian team’s World Cup campaign.