Facing Messi in semi-final once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: England's O'Reilly

England midfielder Nico O'Reilly said he can't wait to face Argentina captain Lionel Messi in FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. He further said, "It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. He's coming towards the end of his career. He's the best player to ever touch a football pitch." Messi has scored eight goals in the FIFA World Cup 2026.