If we don't win FIFA World Cup, I would like Lionel Messi or Luis Suarez to win: Spain boss Luis Enrique
2 years, 1 month ago

If we don't win FIFA World Cup, I would like Lionel Messi or Luis Suarez to win: Spain boss Luis Enrique

India Today  

Spain manager Luis Enrique has said that he would like to see Lionel Messi's Argentina or Luis Suarez's Uruguay win the World Cup if the Spanish team is unable to do it. Enrique is taking a young Spanish side to the World Cup this year in Qatar and announced on Twitter a few days ago that he would be using Twitch to document the team's journey in the tournament. FIFA WORLD CUP LIVE COVERAGE On his Twitch debut, Enrique said he would like to see Messi or Suarez win the World Cup if his team is unable to win the trophy. "Hopefully it's Spain who will be the surprise, although for me it wouldn't be a surprise," Luis Enrique added.

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

Lionel Messi's hunger overshadows his greatness. FIFA award hints at more magic to come
11 months, 3 weeks 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 …

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 …

Messi and Argentina to play first home friendlies after World Cup triumph
1 year, 10 months ago

Messi and Argentina to play first home friendlies after World Cup triumph

The Hindu  

Argentina will play its first matches since lifting the World Cup in December with friendlies later this month against Panama and Curacao, the country’s football federation said on Thursday. “Lionel Scaloni’s team will play on March 23 at the Monumental stadium and on March 28 at the Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero,” the Argentine FA said on Twitter. …

Messi finally wins World Cup; what’s next for Argentina?
2 years ago

Messi finally wins World Cup; what’s next for Argentina?

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi ended his long wait for the World Cup title in one of the most memorable finals in history. Messi was at his most inspirational, scoring two goals to take his total for the tournament to seven and delivering his country's third World Cup triumph as Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties after a 3-3 draw through extra time. …

FIFA World Cup final: How Argentina can beat France in the summit clash
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup final: How Argentina can beat France in the summit clash

Firstpost  

If Argentina are to win the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1986, here is how they might do it. Lionel Messi stands on the brink of a long-awaited World Cup winner’s medal as Argentina faces defending champions France in Sunday’s final. If Argentina are to win the tournament for the first time since 1986, here is how …

World Cup: For Lionel Messi and Argentina, now is all
2 years ago

World Cup: For Lionel Messi and Argentina, now is all

Al Jazeera  

The script says Messi will be the conductor of football’s great show and lift the trophy at the end of it. Sunday’s culmination of the first World Cup to take place in the Middle East will be Messi’s last outing at the tournament. Lionel Messi keeps etching his name into the World Cup history books 📚 pic.twitter.com/ebB5cU3oZ9 — B/R Football …

Lionel Messi and Argentina defeat France in penalty kick shootout for World Cup title
2 years ago

Lionel Messi and Argentina defeat France in penalty kick shootout for World Cup title

LA Times  

Argentina’s Lionel Messi lifts the trophy after winning the World Cup final match against France at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, on Sunday. “For us in Argentina, it’s something more.” Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring during a shootout at the end of the World Cup final match against France at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, on Sunday. …

WATCH: Argentina Reporter's Emotional Message To Lionel Messi Ahead Of FIFA World Cup 2022 Goes Viral
2 years ago

WATCH: Argentina Reporter's Emotional Message To Lionel Messi Ahead Of FIFA World Cup 2022 Goes Viral

ABP News  

While fans could be divided over who the Greatest Of All Time is when it comes to the world of football, it is definitely not a matter of debate that the name Lionel Messi will feature if ever a list of the great players who played the sport is comprised. However, one trophy that he hasn't had the opportunity of …

WATCH: Messi weaves magic vs Croatia as Argentina reaches World Cup final
2 years ago

WATCH: Messi weaves magic vs Croatia as Argentina reaches World Cup final

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is having his best time at the World Cup. The talismanic footballer guided Argentina to its second FIFA World Cup final since 2014 on Tuesday night by scoring a goal and then setting up two spectacular assists for Julian Alvarez in the semifinal against Croatia. Messi is now just a match away from winning football’s most coveted prize …

Luis Suarez lauds his former teammate Lionel Messi for 'showing you are the best in the world'
2 years ago

Luis Suarez lauds his former teammate Lionel Messi for 'showing you are the best in the world'

Daily Mail  

Luis Suarez has heaped praise on his former teammate Lionel Messi after a stunning performance against Croatia in the World Cup semi final, calling him 'incredible.' Lionel Messi propelled Argentina to a 3-0 win over Croatia in their World Cup semi final His 'incredible' performance received praise from former Barcelona teammate Luis Suarez Suarez was keen to recognise Messi's achievements, …

Lionel Messi: Argentina star reacts to ‘spectacular’ win to make World Cup final
2 years ago

Lionel Messi: Argentina star reacts to ‘spectacular’ win to make World Cup final

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi insists “we know what we are” …

World Cup win for Lionel Messi is only a ‘matter of time’
2 years ago

World Cup win for Lionel Messi is only a ‘matter of time’

Al Jazeera  

From Bangladeshis to Bahrainis, the Argentinian superstar’s fans are in Doha praying their hero will lift the World Cup. “I began following Messi at the 2010 World Cup, when I was six,” Rahman told Al Jazeera, pausing to collect his thoughts. Fakhrul Islam, one of the fans, explained that they were singing, “Messi needs the World Cup and the World …

Social media in awe of Messi as he powers Argentina to quarterfinals at FIFA World Cup 2022
2 years, 1 month ago

Social media in awe of Messi as he powers Argentina to quarterfinals at FIFA World Cup 2022

The Hindu  

Football fans heaped praise on Lionel Messi as he produced a moment of trademark quality to score the opener in a 2-1 win over Australia and send Argentina into the quarter-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2022 on Saturday. This was Messi’s third goal in the tournament, getting him past Argentine legend Diego Maradona in World Cup goals. — John …

We want Lionel Messi to win World Cup, says Hernan Crespo who feels star forward comes first for fans
2 years, 1 month ago

We want Lionel Messi to win World Cup, says Hernan Crespo who feels star forward comes first for fans

India Today  

Argentina legend Hernan Crespo has claimed that, for the fans of the nation, Lionel Messi comes first before the team this year at the FIFA World Cup. Speaking at the launch of the World Cup Free-To-Play Halftime Quiz, as quoted by Caughtoffside, Crespo said that the Superstar forward comes first for the fans ahead of the team and that the …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Lionel Messi works his magic & keeps Argentina's dream alive, Twitter salutes GOAT
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Lionel Messi works his magic & keeps Argentina's dream alive, Twitter salutes GOAT

India TV News  

FIFA World Cup 2022: Grit, passion & determination, when you tend to combine these three, you get Messi, the great Lionel Messi who has defied all odds and has saved his team from elimination. This is Messi's 5th and probably the last FIFA World Cup. A few days back, Cristiano Ronaldo scripted history as he became the first player to …

'It would be fantastic to have someone like him': MLS chief gushes over Lionel Messi amid US links
2 years, 1 month ago

'It would be fantastic to have someone like him': MLS chief gushes over Lionel Messi amid US links

Daily Mail  

Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber has stoked the flames of Lionel Messi's potential arrival in the United States, openly stating the league's interest in his signature. Recent free agent Cristiano Ronaldo, who had his Manchester United contract terminated by 'mutual consent' this week, has also been linked with MLS franchise Inter Miami in recent weeks. Cristiano Ronaldo's future may …

JURGEN KLINSMANN: Who will come out on top between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo?
2 years, 1 month ago

JURGEN KLINSMANN: Who will come out on top between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo?

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are about to join my German team-mate Lothar Matthaus in an exclusive club of players who have been to five World Cups. Ronaldo missed out on Portugal's 4-0 win over Nigeria with a 'stomach bug' on Thursday PRESSURES FOR A MANAGER WORLD CUP I wouldn’t say you’re in the eye of a hurricane as a …

Would love to see either Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo win the FIFA World Cup 2022: Wayne Rooney
2 years, 1 month ago

Would love to see either Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo win the FIFA World Cup 2022: Wayne Rooney

India Today  

Former England striker Wayne Rooney has admitted that he would like to see either Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo win this year's FIFA World Cup as he feels it would be a fitting end to their incredible careers. The former England striker said that Messi is used to dealing with expectations and that he would love to see either Messi …

Lionel Messi has one last chance to win the World Cup, this is his story : La última copa
2 years, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi has one last chance to win the World Cup, this is his story : La última copa

NPR  

Examining Lionel Messi's past as he faces a final attempt at winning a World Cup Enlarge this image María Jesús Contreras for NPR María Jesús Contreras for NPR Listen to The Last Cup on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. "Soccer was a constant in my life, as it is in the life of many Argentines," said NPR correspondent and The Last …

World Cup Group E Guide - Spain and Germany are favourites over Japan and Costa Rica
2 years, 2 months ago

World Cup Group E Guide - Spain and Germany are favourites over Japan and Costa Rica

Daily Mail  

Now less than a month away, excitement is really starting to build for the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Luis Fernando Suarez - Appointed only a year ago, Suarez was parachuted in to resurrect Costa Rica's World Cup qualifying campaign. Costa Rica have reached four of the last five instalments of the World Cup, only missing 2010 Fixtures It's a …

Messi names France and Brazil as favourites to win World Cup
2 years, 2 months ago

Messi names France and Brazil as favourites to win World Cup

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has said defending champion France and Brazil are the favourites to win the World Cup in Qatar as they have a core group of players who have played together for a long time. Messi said Brazil, Germany, France, England and Spain are always labelled favourites to win but the 35-year-old forward feels France and Brazil are …

Lionel Messi and Neymar Aim for World Cup Qualifying Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
4 years, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi and Neymar Aim for World Cup Qualifying Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

News 18  

Lionel Messi and Neymar return to national team duty this week to launch World Cup qualifying campaigns that the South American superstars hope will lead to glory in Qatar in 2022. If Messi leads Argentina to its third world title and first since 1986, it would finally win him a place in the hearts of Diego Maradona’s faithful. Though younger …

Lionel Messi not winning a World Cup would be unfair – Ustari
4 years, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi not winning a World Cup would be unfair – Ustari

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi not winning the World Cup with Argentina would be unfair, according to goalkeeper Oscar Ustari. Messi has won everything on offer during his time as a Barcelona player – the Champions League, La Liga, UEFA Super Cup, Club World Cup, Copa del Rey and Supercopa de Espana. However, the six-time Ballon d'Or winner is yet to taste senior …

Lionel Messi doubts Argentina will win Copa America
5 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi doubts Argentina will win Copa America

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi has cast doubt on Argentina's chances of winning this year's Copa America in Brazil. READ | Messi joins Argentina for Copa America training session "It's the first official competition for most of them, but it doesn't mean Argentina are not going looking for the trophy. Although they won LaLiga, a shock 4-0 defeat to Liverpool in the second …

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