FIFA World Cup 2022 | Will record-chasing France stop Messi from laying his hands on the holy grail?
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Will record-chasing France stop Messi from laying his hands on the holy grail?

The Hindu  

This capital of this energy-rich thumb-shaped Gulf nation has often made you feel that you are on the streets of Mumbai or Kochi as Indians tend to outnumber everyone else around. His face adores most billboards and the neon buildings that light up the evening skies and every second person on the street wears a Messi jersey, while the rest rummage through the stores in Mushareib, Souk Waqif, Wakrah or Lusail to pick the last few available ahead of Argentina’s final against France. A move to a back-three for extra protection against Mbappe might prove detrimental for Lionel Scaloni’s midfield balance and Argentina’s chances of attacking the still shaky full-backs of France. A 4-3-3 formation with a fit-again Angel Di Maria brought in to exploit the defensive weaknesses of Hernandez might be Argentina’s answer, while Alexis Mac Allister will play on the left and Rodrigo De Paul on the right with Enzo Fernandez, the only holding midfielder, looking to deal with Antonie Griezmann, the standout player for France. Whoever wins — Messi or Mbappe, Argentina or France — the golden hues of the Lusail Stadium on the final Sunday of the 2022 World Cup can irrevocably establish its place as one of the iconic sporting venues of the world when history is created in its sweat-filled turfs.

World World Cup Argentina Messi Griezmann Mbappe Lusail France Stop  hands  recordchasing  mbappe  lusail  cup  messi  laying  world  argentinas  final  right  grail  griezmann  argentina  fifa  holy  france  stop

History of this topic

‘I saw Messi. I was still so angry…’: Mbappe lifts lid on relationship with Argentina star, claims ‘we broke the ice…’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

‘I saw Messi. I was still so angry…’: Mbappe lifts lid on relationship with Argentina star, claims ‘we broke the ice…’

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi departed PSG on a disappointing note in the summer of 2023. During the 2022 World Cup, Messi and Argentina came up against Kylian Mbappe’s France in the final in Qatar. During a recent interview on French television, Mbappe was asked about the World Cup final, and how he reacted to Messi’s presence in PSG training after the loss. …

Lionel Messi set to play in India in 2025 as Kerala ready to host Argentina's football team for friendly
1 month ago

Lionel Messi set to play in India in 2025 as Kerala ready to host Argentina's football team for friendly

Hindustan Times  

Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman on Wednesday revealed that the Argentina football team, including legendary player Lionel Messi, will visit the state next year for an international match. Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi gestures during the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualifiers football match between Argentina and Peru Addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, the minister stated that the …

Lionel Messi achieves unique record as Argentina inch closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification
1 month ago

Lionel Messi achieves unique record as Argentina inch closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi equalled the United States great Landon Donovan's record for most assists in international football as Argentina defeated Peru 1-0 to inch closer to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification on Wednesday. At a full house at La Bombonera, Lautaro Martinez scored from a Messi assist to consolidate Argentina's top position in South American qualifying with 25 points from …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Messi’s Argentina on verge of WC spot; Brazil, Uruguay eye crucial wins
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Messi’s Argentina on verge of WC spot; Brazil, Uruguay eye crucial wins

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi’s Argentina will be on the verge of confirming a 2026 World Cup spot if it beats Peru in Buenos Aires in South American qualifying on Tuesday. FOLLOW BRAZIL vs URUGUAY HERE: Brazil vs Uruguay LIVE SCORE, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier updates But Argentina will be without five injured players after losing to Paraguay 2-1 last Thursday when …

World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann retires from international soccer after 10 years with France
2 months, 3 weeks ago

World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann retires from international soccer after 10 years with France

New Indian Express  

World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann took the soccer world by surprise Monday when he announced the end of his international career with France. He won the 2018 World Cup and the Nations League three years later with his France teammates. Although Griezmann has admitted he struggled at the Euros, he was expected to keep on playing with France until the …

Lionel Messi swansong likely if Argentina win the Copa America
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi swansong likely if Argentina win the Copa America

Hindustan Times  

The last three years have been truly golden for Lionel Messi. Not long ago, before the Copa America in 2021, he had not won a single major international trophy. In the space of three years, Messi has won the Copa America as well as the World Cup, and in both the tournaments he contributed massively for Argentina. In the space …

Lionel Messi's Record in Finals with Argentina
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's Record in Finals with Argentina

Deccan Chronicle  

Lionel Messi will be leading Argentina to yet another Copa America finals, as they will face Colombia for the trophy at Florida, United States. The Argentina legend led the team to win the Copa America in 2021, where they finally ended their 28-year International trophy drought and also gave Messi his first senior International trophy.Later, he went on to win …

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Lionel Messi and Argentina moved within one win of joining Spain as the only nations to win three straight major titles. “It’s insane what this team has done, what the Argentina national team is doing,” Messi said Tuesday night after his 109th international goal sealed a 2-0 victory over Canada that earned a berth in this …

No Messi in Argentina squad for Paris Olympics 2024
5 months, 3 weeks ago

No Messi in Argentina squad for Paris Olympics 2024

Deccan Chronicle  

Buenos Aires: Lionel Messi won't be in Argentina’s squad at the Olympics starting later this month in Paris. Coach Javier Mascherano included four World Cup winners in the squad he announced Tuesday, including striker Julián Álvarez and defender Nicolás Otamendi. Mascherano, who won the Olympic gold medal as a player in 2004 and '08, will add goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli, Otamendi …

Paris Olympics 2024: No Messi in Argentina’s Olympic football squad; Alvarez, Otamendi selected
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: No Messi in Argentina’s Olympic football squad; Alvarez, Otamendi selected

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi won’t be in Argentina’s squad at the Olympics starting later this month in Paris. Coach Javier Mascherano included four World Cup winners in the squad he announced on Tuesday, including striker Julian Alvarez and defender Nicolas Otamendi. Mascherano, who won the Olympic gold medal as a player in 2004 and ‘08, will add goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, Otamendi and …

Euro 2024: Kylian Mbappe sits out stalemate between France and Netherlands
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Kylian Mbappe sits out stalemate between France and Netherlands

Hindustan Times  

France and the Netherlands edged towards the last 16 of Euro 2024 after a 0-0 draw in Leipzig that failed to catch fire in the absence of Kylian Mbappe. Soccer Football - Euro 2024 - Group D - Netherlands v France - Leipzig Stadium, Leipzig, Germany - June 21, 2024 France's Kylian Mbappe and Marcus Thuram react after the match …

Lionel Messi and Argentina will try for a 3rd straight major title in Copa America
6 months ago

Lionel Messi and Argentina will try for a 3rd straight major title in Copa America

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Lionel Messi and Argentina will try to match Spain’s feat of three consecutive major titles when the Copa America kicks off Thursday night. “I want to enjoy a couple of more matches being a world champion,” Messi said after Argentina beat France on penalty kicks to win the 2022 World Cup final. “If you look at every …

Euro 2024: Mbappe, France on a mission as favourites begin campaign
6 months, 1 week ago

Euro 2024: Mbappe, France on a mission as favourites begin campaign

The Hindu  

Kylian Mbappe and France have been to the last two World Cup finals but are on a mission as they begin their Euro 2024 campaign against Austria on Monday, having endured disappointment in recent editions of the continental championship. Runners-up as hosts in 2016, when they agonisingly lost the final in extra time to Portugal at a sweltering Stade de …

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America
6 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi won the World Cup in 2022, won the Copa America in 2021, and wants to show he has the hunger to win some more. “About results, the winner isn’t always the one who does the best things.. No one can lower their guard.” Argentina won its 15th Copa America title three years ago, amid …

Argentina Knock Defending Champions Brazil Out of Paris Olympics
10 months, 1 week ago

Argentina Knock Defending Champions Brazil Out of Paris Olympics

News 18  

Brazil were denied the chance of winning a third straight men’s Olympic football title after a 1-0 defeat to Argentina on Sunday knocked them out of qualifying for the Paris Games. Champions in Rio 2016 and the Covid-delayed 2020 Tokyo Games, Brazil only needed a draw against their arch continental rivals on the final day of the South American pre-Olympic …

Kylian Mbappe Has Lionel Messi's Jersey From 2018 World Cup Encounter Framed
11 months ago

Kylian Mbappe Has Lionel Messi's Jersey From 2018 World Cup Encounter Framed

News 18  

The 2018 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between Argentina and France was nothing less than a rollercoaster for those who remember it. In a recent video that is going viral, Fayza Lamari, mother of Kylian Mbappe, reveals that Lionel Messi’s jersey from that match has been framed at their house. “Joue-la comme Mbappé!“⏯ jeudi 18 janvier dans #EnvoyéSpécial, …

Lionel Messi lit up the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Now it is Akram Afif’s turn to shine at Asian Cup
11 months ago

Lionel Messi lit up the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Now it is Akram Afif’s turn to shine at Asian Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Lionel Messi lit up the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Just over a year on from Messi’s triumph, and with Qatar hosting another major tournament, the country has a star of its own at the Asian Cup. “Every player has a wish to play in Europe,” he said after scoring twice as Qatar began the defense of …

Lionel Messi's hunger overshadows his greatness. FIFA award hints at more magic to come
11 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's hunger overshadows his greatness. FIFA award hints at more magic to come

Hindustan Times  

The date is etched in the football annals. While the 38-year-old Ronaldo has been kind of languishing – having his high standards in mind - in the Saudi Pro League playing for Al Nassr, Messi continues to make massive strides in the world of football. So Argentina’s 2022 World Cup win under Messi tilted the debate back to a great …

Football in 2023: Ballon d’Or for Messi; Rubiales scandal after FIFA Women’s World Cup, Man City wins treble
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Football in 2023: Ballon d’Or for Messi; Rubiales scandal after FIFA Women’s World Cup, Man City wins treble

The Hindu  

The year 2023 saw several major events in football, from Lionel Messi winning the Ballon d’Or for a record eight time while European Super League made headlines after two years. It keeps getting better every time you re-watch it 🤩🇮🇳 Team work at its finest from the #BlueTigers 🐯 back in the #IntercontinentalCup final against 🇱🇧#BestGoals2023 💙 #IndianFootball ⚽ pic.twitter.com/VbXDbdNh3x …

2022 FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023
1 year ago

2022 FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023

Hindustan Times  

Arguably one of the greatest in football history, Lionel Messi has been named as Times magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023. Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after receiving the Golden Ball award as he celebrates after winning the World Cup. Messi played a key role in Argentina's victorious 2022 World Cup campaign, where he led them …

Lionel Messi Focused on Copa America Title Defence, Not Long-term Argentina Future
1 year ago

Lionel Messi Focused on Copa America Title Defence, Not Long-term Argentina Future

News 18  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is not thinking about his international future beyond next year’s Copa America, where he will try to lead the country to a second successive continental title at the tournament in the United States. The 36-year-old said earlier this year that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where he led Argentina to their third title, would likely …

Messi’s Argentina beats Brazil in a World Cup qualifying game delayed by crowd violence
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi’s Argentina beats Brazil in a World Cup qualifying game delayed by crowd violence

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Lionel Messi’s Argentina squad celebrated like they’d won the World Cup again after a dramatic 1-0 win over archrival Brazil on Tuesday. It was Brazil’s first home defeat ever in World Cup qualifying, a game that was delayed because of a brawl between fans in the stands. The Argentina squad celebrated on the pitch for 10 …

Messi walks off in protest, Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier delayed after ugly fight in Maracana stands
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi walks off in protest, Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier delayed after ugly fight in Maracana stands

Hindustan Times  

There was a 30-minute delay in the kickoff of the Brazil vs Argentina FIFA World Cup qualifier match due to clashes among rival supporters in the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Messi-led Argentina team walks off after clashes broke out in the Maracana stands The Brazil and Argentina players had lined up for their respective national anthems when the …

What happened in last five Brazil vs Argentina matches before FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?
1 year, 1 month ago

What happened in last five Brazil vs Argentina matches before FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?

The Hindu  

Brazil and Argentina, two of the biggest national sides in world football are about to clash horns after two years in the FIFA 2026 CONMEBOL qualifiers on November 22. Here is what happened in the last five matches between Brazil and Argentina: Brazil 0-0 Argentina; November 2021 - FIFA World Cup Qualifier Argentina’s Lionel Messi challenged by Brazil’s Gerson during …

Messi World Cup jerseys could fetch more than $10 million at Sotheby’s auction
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi World Cup jerseys could fetch more than $10 million at Sotheby’s auction

LA Times  

Argentina’s Lionel Messi scores the opening goal of the 2022 World Cup final against France on a penalty kick in Lusail, Qatar. Sotheby’s is to auction off six jerseys worn by Messi during the World Cup. Sotheby’s is set to auction off six jerseys worn by Lionel Messi during Argentina’s winning run at last year’s soccer World Cup in Qatar …

Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez face off in World Cup qualifying. Brazil could field teenager Endrick
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez face off in World Cup qualifying. Brazil could field teenager Endrick

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Lionel Messi and Luiz Suárez, close friends and former teammates at Barcelona, will renew their on-the-field rivalry on Thursday in World Cup qualifying. Messi, who appears to have recovered from a muscle injury in his leg, led Argentina to its third World Cup title last year and has his team in first place in the South American …

‘We’ll see’: Lionel Messi unsure about 2026 World Cup
1 year, 3 months ago

‘We’ll see’: Lionel Messi unsure about 2026 World Cup

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has said he is unsure about his participation in the next World Cup to be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada in 2026, when he will be 39. “I don’t think about it yet because it is far away.” For now, Messi said he is focused on the 2024 US-hosted Copa America tournament. “There …

Hurt Lionel Messi hits out at PSG: I did not get any recognition for winning World Cup at the club
1 year, 3 months ago

Hurt Lionel Messi hits out at PSG: I did not get any recognition for winning World Cup at the club

India Today  

Legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi has hit out at his former football club Paris Saint-Germain for failing to acknowledge his FIFA World Cup glory. Messi, in his latest interview with Olga, said that he was the only player in the entire Argentine contingent who was not celebrated for being a World Cup winner. At the time, however, PSG did post …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier: Argentina, without Messi, bags comfortable win against 10-man Bolivia
1 year, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier: Argentina, without Messi, bags comfortable win against 10-man Bolivia

The Hindu  

World champions Argentina rested Lionel Messi but still enjoyed a comfortable 3-0 win over 10-man Bolivia in La Paz on Tuesday to maintain its winning start to South American World Cup qualifying. AS IT HAPPENED: BOLIVIA VS ARGENTINA HIGHLIGHTS Despite the absence of their talisman, Lionel Scaloni’s side had too much firepower for Bolivia, with goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas …

FIFA World Cup and EURO 2024 qualifiers: Fixtures in international break as Messi, Ronaldo return for Argentina, Portugal
1 year, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup and EURO 2024 qualifiers: Fixtures in international break as Messi, Ronaldo return for Argentina, Portugal

The Hindu  

For two weeks the world of football will take a break from club football as national teams across the globe boot up for various qualifiers and friendlies. CONMEBOL FIFA World Cup qualifiers timings Argentina vs Ecuador - Sep 8 - 5:30 AM Uruguay vs Chile - Sep 9 - 4:30 AM Brazil vs Bolivia - Sep 9 - 6:15 AM …

FIFA World Cup 2022 was rigged to help Messi, Argentina win - Van Gaal; Van Dijk disagrees
1 year, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 was rigged to help Messi, Argentina win - Van Gaal; Van Dijk disagrees

The Hindu  

Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk expressed his disagreement with the statement made by his former international manager Louis van Gaal about how the 2022 FIFA World Cup was rigged in order to help Lionel Messi win it. When you see how Argentina gets the goals and how we get the goals, and how some Argentina players overstepped the mark and …

'Lionel Messi also spoke… it was more direct...': Angel Di Maria makes staggering 2022 FIFA World Cup final revelation
1 year, 5 months ago

'Lionel Messi also spoke… it was more direct...': Angel Di Maria makes staggering 2022 FIFA World Cup final revelation

Hindustan Times  

Argentina won their third FIFA World Cup title in Qatar last year, defeating France in the final. Angel Di Maria celebrates after scoring in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final. In a recent interview, Argentine midfielder Angel Di Maria gave some insight into the final and made a massive Lionel Messi revelation. Speaking to journalist Sofi Martinez Mateos, Di Maria …

Angry fans boo Messi ahead of, and during his final PSG appearance - Watch
1 year, 6 months ago

Angry fans boo Messi ahead of, and during his final PSG appearance - Watch

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi's farewell from Paris Saint-Germain was rather an unforgettable one as the 2022 World Cup winner was shown utmost disrespect by the supporters. It started even before the match against Clermont Foot 63 began, as Messi was welcomed with boos when Parc des Princes announcer read his name while the players walked out for the pre-match warm-ups. Lionel Messi …

Messi wins Laureus individual prize again, Gu Ailing crowned Action Sportsperson
1 year, 7 months ago

Messi wins Laureus individual prize again, Gu Ailing crowned Action Sportsperson

China Daily  

Footballer Lionel Messi poses after winning the 2023 Laureus World Sportsman of the Year Award at Hotel d'Evreux in Paris, France, May 8, 2023. The World Cup-winning captain Messi, who shared the men's prize with Lewis Hamilton in 2020, defeated other nominees including 21-time tennis Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal, current Formula One world champion Max Verstappen, world record holder …

Lionel Messi statue to stand next to Diego Maradona, Pele at CONMEBOL museum
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi statue to stand next to Diego Maradona, Pele at CONMEBOL museum

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi stepped out of Diego Maradona's shadow by leading Argentina to World Cup victory last year and a statue of the diminutive forward will stand alongside those of his predecessor and Brazil great Pele at the South American federation's museum. Argentina's Lionel Messi poses with a statue of himself holding the World Cup during the Conmebol event. Messi, holding …

Lionel Messi's Statue Placed Alongside Pele and Diego Maradona at CONMEBOL Headquarters
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi's Statue Placed Alongside Pele and Diego Maradona at CONMEBOL Headquarters

News 18  

The tributes continue to pour in for Lionel Messi following Argentina’s World Cup triumph. South American soccer’s governing body on Monday presented the 35-year-old Argentine star a with statue, which will be placed in the CONMEBOL museum next to those of legendary players Pelé and Diego Maradona. “It was time for a South American team to win the World Cup …

WATCH: Lionel Messi Moved to Tears as Argentina Fans Serenade Team Ahead of Panama Win
1 year, 9 months ago

WATCH: Lionel Messi Moved to Tears as Argentina Fans Serenade Team Ahead of Panama Win

News 18  

FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi was left teary-eyed with joy as the devoted Argentine populace gathered together at the Monumental to welcome the champions back to their homeland for their first game since the epic win in Qatar that engraved their name in the annals of football history. Lionel Messi in tears 😢What a moment as Argentina welcomes back …

Argentina Predicted XI vs Panama in first match since World Cup win
1 year, 9 months ago

Argentina Predicted XI vs Panama in first match since World Cup win

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and his Argentina team will play their first football match after beating France to lift the World Cup in Qatar last December. File Photo: Lisandro Martinez of Argentina poses for a photo with the FIFA World Cup winning trophy during the award ceremony following the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail …

Emiliano Martinez, Argentina's FIFA World Cup-Winning Goalkeeper, Auctions Gloves To Raise Funds For Cancer Patients
1 year, 9 months ago

Emiliano Martinez, Argentina's FIFA World Cup-Winning Goalkeeper, Auctions Gloves To Raise Funds For Cancer Patients

ABP News  

Argentina's FIFA World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has decided to auction off the pair of keeping gloves he used in the final of the marquee world event in December 2022. While he acknowledged that a World Cup final is not played every day, he admitted that it made more sense to help save lives of children rather than just hang …

Pele's daughter reveals late Brazil star wanted Lionel Messi to win FIFA World Cup 2022
1 year, 9 months ago

Pele's daughter reveals late Brazil star wanted Lionel Messi to win FIFA World Cup 2022

Firstpost  

Late Brazilian legend Pele was rooting for Lionel Messi to win the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the footballer’s daughter revealed in an Instagram post. Kely Nascimento revealed in her recent post that the Brazil great wanted Messi to bring the trophy for Argentina after his beloved national team crashed out of the tournament. And it was the possibility of …

Why Cristiano Ronaldo didn't vote at FIFA Awards as Lionel Messi completed historic 2022 to win best men's player award
1 year, 9 months ago

Why Cristiano Ronaldo didn't vote at FIFA Awards as Lionel Messi completed historic 2022 to win best men's player award

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi hogged the limelight in the FIFA Awards ceremony in Paris, winning the Best Men's Player of The Year award to complete a historic 2022. Cristiano Ronaldo didn't cast his vote at the FIFA Awards, with Lionel Messi hogging the limelight. Meanwhile, Messi's arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo had a poor World Cup, and also saw his Manchester United contract get …

Watch: Lionel Messi's amusing goodnight message to his children during FIFA Awards speech leaves everyone in splits
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: Lionel Messi's amusing goodnight message to his children during FIFA Awards speech leaves everyone in splits

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi once again cemented his position as one of the greatest of all time, winning the FIFA Player of the Year 2022 award, on Monday in Paris. The PSG star led Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2022 glory in Qatar last year, defeating France in the final. With Argentina cruising to an easy win, Kylian Mbappe came to France's …

Lionel Messi Wins FIFA The Best Player Award, Alexia Putellas Claims Women's Prize
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi Wins FIFA The Best Player Award, Alexia Putellas Claims Women's Prize

News 18  

Lionel Messi won The Best FIFA men’s player prize for 2022 on Monday on the back of his World Cup triumph with Argentina as his national teammates won the other men’s awards. Messi beat his Paris Saint-Germain teammate, and World Cup final rival, Kylian Mbappe to the men’s gong with Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema having been the other contender …

Lionel Messi wins FIFA’s best men’s player award
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi wins FIFA’s best men’s player award

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi won the best FIFA men’s player prize for 2022 on Monday on the back of his World Cup triumph with Argentina and Spain’s Alexia Putellas retained the women’s award at a ceremony in Paris. Messi beat his Paris Saint-Germain teammate, and World Cup final rival, Kylian Mbappe to the men’s gong with Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema the …

Lionel Messi outclasses Ballon d'Or holder Karim Benzema, PSG star Kylian Mbappe to win Best FIFA Men's Player Award
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi outclasses Ballon d'Or holder Karim Benzema, PSG star Kylian Mbappe to win Best FIFA Men's Player Award

Hindustan Times  

Argentina's World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi was crowned the best player in men’s football by the Federation Internationale de Football Association at The Best FIFA Football Awards on Tuesday. Messi, who propelled Argentina to its third FIFA World Cup title in Qatar last year, was nominated for the illustrious prize alongside his Paris Saint Germain teammate Kylian Mbappe and Real …

Huge FIFA Awards leak as winner of Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe vs Karim Benzema battle revealed before ceremony
1 year, 9 months ago

Huge FIFA Awards leak as winner of Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe vs Karim Benzema battle revealed before ceremony

Hindustan Times  

The Best FIFA Football Awards 2022 is scheduled for February 28, and will be in Paris. PSG stars Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid's Karim Benzema were announced as the finalists for The Best FIFA Men's Player Award, and fans are eagerly waiting to see who claims the prestigious trophy. To end the year on a high, he also …

Rafael Nadal lavishes praise on Messi, endorses Argentina skipper for Laureus Sportsman of the Year award
1 year, 10 months ago

Rafael Nadal lavishes praise on Messi, endorses Argentina skipper for Laureus Sportsman of the Year award

India TV News  

Rafael Nadal and Lionel Messi might belong to two different sporting disciplines, but there is no doubt about the fact that both of them are equally great and have revolutionized their respective sporting disciplines. On February 20, 2023, Monday, Rafael Nadal and Lionel Messi both were announced as the nominees for the coveted Laureus Sportsman of the Year award for …

FIFA Awards: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema nominated for Best Player award
1 year, 10 months ago

FIFA Awards: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema nominated for Best Player award

India TV News  

FIFA on Friday revealed the names of the Best Player of the Year 2022 as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema made the cut for the three-member shortlist. Karim Benzema completed the top three in the voting by a global panel of national team captains and coaches plus selected journalist in each of FIFA's 211 member countries, as well …

It’s Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe again as FIFA reveals 3 finalists for The Best Men's Player Award
1 year, 10 months ago

It’s Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe again as FIFA reveals 3 finalists for The Best Men's Player Award

Hindustan Times  

Eight weeks after record-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi guided Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar, the international governing body of association football has revealed the three-player shortlist for the prestigious Best Men’s Player award. Paris Saint Germain superstars Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid captain Karim Benzema have been announced as the three nominees for the FIFA Best …

Lionel Messi Gives Huge Update on Being Asked if He's Playing 2026 FIFA World Cup
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi Gives Huge Update on Being Asked if He's Playing 2026 FIFA World Cup

News 18  

Lionel Messi inspired Argentina to their third World Cup trophy, his first, after beating France in the final at Qatar 2022 back in December. The 2022 FIFA World Cup final has gone down as a modern classic, coming to the conclusion of one of the most controversial tournaments ever staged. It seems like a long time until the next World …

Discover Related