Argentina reclaim top spot in FIFA rankings over Spain, France: Messi faces worrying record ahead of World Cup

Argentina have reclaimed the top spot in the FIFA world rankings, overtaking Spain and France following the latest round of international results. However, the return to number one comes with a concerning statistical record for Lionel Messi and his Argentina teammates ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The article does not specify the exact unfavorable statistic, but highlights the significance of Argentina's ranking position in the buildup to the tournament.