Messi and Argentina’s FIFA World Cup journey in Qatar in pictures
2 years ago

Messi and Argentina’s FIFA World Cup journey in Qatar in pictures

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is two matches away from living his World Cup dream. Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates with teammates after scoring their team’s first goal from the penalty spot during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group C match between Argentina and Saudi Arabia at Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates after scoring his team’s first goal during the Qatar 2022 World Cup Group C football match between Argentina and Mexico at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail. Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates after scoring the team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Round of 16 match between Argentina and Australia at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. Nahuel Molina celebrates with Lionel Messi of Argentina after scoring the team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarter final match between Netherlands and Argentina at Lusail Stadium.

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

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draws praises from 2034 WC stakeholders in Saudi Arabia
1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 draws praises from 2034 WC stakeholders in Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

The success of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 remained one of the major talking points two years after the tournament, at the Misk Global Forum 2024, held between November 18 and 19, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Coinciding with the tournament’s two-year anniversary, Qatar 2022 CEO Nasser Al Khater took to the stage to reflect on the tournament’s success and …

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 …

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 …

Messi’s Argentina could reach the verge of World Cup spot by beating visitor Peru
1 month ago

Messi’s Argentina could reach the verge of World Cup spot by beating visitor Peru

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — 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. Dorival Júnior, in charge of Brazil since January and still struggling to convince fans he’s the right choice, could move to second place with a win. Marcelo Bielsa, …

Fans throw bottle at Lionel Messi: Paraguay footballer apologises
1 month ago

Fans throw bottle at Lionel Messi: Paraguay footballer apologises

India Today  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi faced some intense heat from Paraguay fans in the team's World Cup Qualifiers match. You are a role model for millions here and around the world "This deeply disrespectful act does not represent the affection and admiration weâ€æ pic.twitter.com/21ChWlTRSO — All About Argentina?????? November 15, 2024 Argentina vs Paraguay Paraguay secured a well-deserved 2-1 victory over …

Lionel Messi to play in 2026 FIFA World Cup? Argentina teammate Alexis Mac Allister makes bombshell revelation
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi to play in 2026 FIFA World Cup? Argentina teammate Alexis Mac Allister makes bombshell revelation

Hindustan Times  

Since his ligament injury in Argentina's victorious Copa America 2024 final vs Colombia in July, Lionel Messi has been out of action and has been on the sidelines. Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup after winning 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar. Speaking to the media, Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister revealed how the absence of their talismanic captain was making …

Lionel Messi To Miss Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Chile & Colombia
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi To Miss Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Chile & Colombia

News 18  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia through injury, with Paulo Dybala recalled to coach Lionel Scaloni’s squad on Monday. Messi has not played for club side Inter Miami since suffering an ankle injury in Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Colombia in the Copa America final. Squad Goalkeepers: Emiliano Martinez, Juan Musso, Geronimo Rulli, …

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 …

Lionel Messi misses penalty but Argentina reach Copa America semi-finals with shoot-out win over Ecuador
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi misses penalty but Argentina reach Copa America semi-finals with shoot-out win over Ecuador

Firstpost  

In the penalty shoot-out, Lionel Messi missed the opening kick, chipping against the bar, but Argentina recovered to win the shoot-out 4-2 and storm into the semi-finals. Argentina qualified for the 2024 Copa America semi-finals after a penalty shoot-out win over Ecuador on Friday. In the penalty shoot-out, Lionel Messi missed the opening kick, chipping against the bar, but goalkeeper …

Copa America: Messi in doubt for Argentina-Ecuador quarterfinal
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Copa America: Messi in doubt for Argentina-Ecuador quarterfinal

China Daily  

Argentina's Lionel Messi during training with Argentina's Rodrigo De Paul at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston, Texas, United States on July 3, 2024. HOUSTON - Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said Wednesday he will wait until the last possible moment to decide whether Lionel Messi will play in the team's Copa America quarterfinal against Ecuador. Messi suffered an adductor injury in …

No Messi in Argentina squad for Paris Olympics 2024
5 months, 2 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 …

Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong
10 months ago

Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong

Daily Mail  

Argentina will head to the United States for its next international meet-up after their tour of China was canceled amid a backlash to Lionel Messi sitting out a recent Inter Miami friendly in Hong Kong. The world champions were initially scheduled to play games against Nigeria and Ivory Coast in China during next month's international break, yet that is no …

Lionel Messi and the World Cup have left Qatar with a richer sports legacy
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi and the World Cup have left Qatar with a richer sports legacy

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The country is currently playing …

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 …

Copa America 2024 Draw: Lionel Messi's Argentina Grouped With Old Rivals Chile
1 year ago

Copa America 2024 Draw: Lionel Messi's Argentina Grouped With Old Rivals Chile

News 18  

Lionel Messi and Argentina will get the chance to avenge their defeats to Chile in the 2015 and 2016 Copa America finals after being grouped with their old rivals in the draw for next year’s tournament on Thursday. Reigning Copa America champions Argentina will defend their title in the United States next summer in an expanded 16-team tournament which features …

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 walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier

Live Mint  

In a fiery 2026 World Cup qualifying clash, Argentina emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Brazil. The tension between the two South American giants escalated at Rio's iconic Maracana Stadium before the game even began. Brazil in trouble This was Brazil’s third consecutive defeat in World Cup qualifiers, a first in their football history. Argentina's victory further confirmed their …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Argentina beats Brazil 1-0 to go top of table after crowd violence delays start
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Argentina beats Brazil 1-0 to go top of table after crowd violence delays start

The Hindu  

Many fans came to the Maracana Stadium on Tuesday to watch Lionel Messi in his likely last match in Brazil, a superclasico in World Cup qualifying against the hosts. AS IT HAPPENED | BRAZIL VS ARGENTINA FIFA 2026 WORLD CUP QUALIFIER HIGHLIGHTS The Argentine star wasn’t able to end one of his last barriers in the sport at the Maracana, …

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 …

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar thrash India to record 3-0 win in crucial game in Bhubaneshwar
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Qatar thrash India to record 3-0 win in crucial game in Bhubaneshwar

India TV News  

Qatar proved their superiority and higher ranking with an easy 0-3 win against India in their second FIFA World Cup 2026 Round 2 Qualifier game on Tuesday, November 21. India head coach Igor Stimac started without a star midfielder Sahal Abdul Samad and the no.1 Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, who famously turned out as a hero when both teams last faced …

Messi seeks 1st goal against Brazil in World Cup qualifying, hosts try to avert crisis in Rio
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi seeks 1st goal against Brazil in World Cup qualifying, hosts try to avert crisis in Rio

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Lionel Messi has few barriers yet to break in soccer. One of them will be in reach Tuesday, when Argentina visits Brazil in a South American World Cup qualifying match. The 36-year-old Messi has scored 31 goals for Argentina in World Cup qualifying encounters, but none of those came against Brazil, home or away. The 2026 …

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 …

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Messi double gives Argentina 2-0 win over Peru
1 year, 2 months ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Messi double gives Argentina 2-0 win over Peru

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi proved he is back to full fitness after scoring both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 win over Peru in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. ARG 2-0 PER - HIGHLIGHTS The 36-year-old put the world champion ahead in the 32nd minute with a superb shot after an assist from Nicolas Gonzalez, and made it 2-0 10 minutes later …

Messi might not play FIFA World Cup qualifier vs Paraguay due to muscle injury: coach Scaloni
1 year, 2 months ago

Messi might not play FIFA World Cup qualifier vs Paraguay due to muscle injury: coach Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is still a doubt for the World Cup qualifier against Paraguay, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Wednesday. Messi was included in the world champion’ squad despite being sidelined by the muscle problem he sustained a month ago which has kept him out of action for his U.S. side Inter Miami. “For him, one more training session …

VIDEO: Messi trains with Argentina ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Paraguay
1 year, 2 months ago

VIDEO: Messi trains with Argentina ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Paraguay

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is back with the Argentina squad as they gear up for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers clash against Paraguay on Friday. Lionel Scaloni decided to name Messi in the squad for Friday’s fixture as well as the CONMEBOL qualifiers against Peru later, despite a muscle injury that has kept the Argentina captain sidelined for over a month. Messi …

‘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 …

Messi sits out Argentina’s World Cup qualifying match at Bolivia
1 year, 3 months ago

Messi sits out Argentina’s World Cup qualifying match at Bolivia

Associated Press  

LA PAZ, Bolivia — Lionel Messi will sit out Argentina’s World Cup qualifying match in Bolivia on Tuesday. The Argentinian soccer association has not specified why its team captain is out, though Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said Sunday that Messi had left the match against Ecuador last week complaining of fatigue. The match at the Hernando Siles Stadium will be …

Lionel Messi 'Uncertain' For Argentina For World Cup Qualifier Against Bolivia
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi 'Uncertain' For Argentina For World Cup Qualifier Against Bolivia

News 18  

Lionel Messi will travel with the Argentina squad to Bolivia for its South American World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, but his presence on the field remains uncertain. @gastonedul pic.twitter.com/IjR7NrE8ou— All About Argentina September 10, 2023 The world champions started their qualifying campaign with a 1-0 victory against Ecuador, thanks to Messi’s goal. READ: Lionel Messi’s Winner Gets Argentina Underway In …

Messi scores from a free kick to give Argentina 1-0 win in South American World Cup qualifying
1 year, 3 months ago

Messi scores from a free kick to give Argentina 1-0 win in South American World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Once again, and now as a World Cup champion, Lionel Messi came to Argentina’s rescue when the team most needed him. The 36-year-old captain scored from a free kick in the 78th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 win against Ecuador in the first round of South American World Cup qualifying on Thursday. Argentina coach Lionel …

Lionel Messi Has Made Himself Available For Argentina's FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Lionel Scaloni
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi Has Made Himself Available For Argentina's FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Lionel Scaloni

ABP News  

Argentina's manager, Lionel Scaloni, has emphasized that Lionel Messi will be given the opportunity to play as many minutes as possible in the initial two rounds of South America's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. Since making a move to Inter Miami on a free transfer in July, Messi has showcased his scoring prowess, netting 11 goals in as many …

Scaloni: Messi fit and willing for World Cup qualifiers
1 year, 3 months ago

Scaloni: Messi fit and willing for World Cup qualifiers

China Daily  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni during training in Buenos Aires, Argentina on Sept 5, 2023. BUENOS AIRES - Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said Wednesday that Lionel Messi will play as many minutes as possible in the opening two rounds of South America's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying tournament. Since joining Inter Miami on a free transfer in July, Messi has scored …

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 …

VIDEO: Messi, Argentina train ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Ecuador
1 year, 3 months ago

VIDEO: Messi, Argentina train ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Ecuador

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi returns to international duty with Argentina, training with the national team, as South America’s long qualifying road to the 2026 World Cup kicks off against Ecuador. Argentina will face Moisés Caicedo’s Ecuador on Thursday at the Monumental de Nuñez Stadium in its first official match since winning the World cup in December. The last time a World Cup …

Lionel Messi in LA was a true Hollywood occasion
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi in LA was a true Hollywood occasion

New York Times  

If the phenomenon of Lionel Messi Mania needed any further confirmation, this weekend proved it again: not even the world stars of Hollywood can dim his shine. They should have had something to cheer about, too, with Denis Bouanga spurning two big chances inside 15 minutes, the second effort drawing an excellent save from goalkeeper Drake Callender, one of Miami’s …

Messi mania engulfs Miami over the arrival of the Argentine soccer superstar
1 year, 5 months ago

Messi mania engulfs Miami over the arrival of the Argentine soccer superstar

Associated Press  

MIAMI — A hamburger and drink combination called the Lionel Messi. Staff at the Fiorito restaurant pose in front of a mural of Lionel Messi to celebrate after the Argentine soccer star announced he is joining the Major League Soccer team Inter Miami, Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in Miami. Álvarez and his brother Cristian had the original mural with Messi’s …

Messi not planning to play at 2026 World Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi not planning to play at 2026 World Cup

China Daily  

Lionel Messi said he "doesn't think" he will play at another World Cup in an interview with Chinese media on Tuesday. However, when asked by China's Titan Sports in a video interview if he might feature at the 2026 tournament, Messi replied: "I have said several times before that I don't think so, that was my last World Cup. "I …

Messi not planning to play at 2026 World Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi not planning to play at 2026 World Cup

China Daily  

Lionel Messi said he "doesn't think" he will play at another World Cup in an interview with Chinese media on Tuesday. However, when asked by China's Titan Sports in a video interview if he might feature at the 2026 tournament, Messi replied: "I have said several times before that I don't think so, that was my last World Cup. "I …

Messi, Argentina set to pull a big crowd in Beijing exhibition game against Australia
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi, Argentina set to pull a big crowd in Beijing exhibition game against Australia

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and his World Cup-winning Argentina teammates are expected to draw almost 70,000 fans to the Beijing Worker’s Stadium for an exhibition game against Australia. He said that after winning the World Cup, it was his time to go the United States and “live football in another way.” Before then, he’s with the Argentina squad that is scheduled to …

Lionel Messi says successful FIFA World Cup 2022 with Argentina was probably his last
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi says successful FIFA World Cup 2022 with Argentina was probably his last

Firstpost  

Beijing: Lionel Messi on Tuesday confirmed he “doesn’t think” he will play at another World Cup in an interview with Chinese media, after the 35-year-old led Argentina to victory at last year’s tournament in Qatar. “I have said several times before that I don’t think so, that that was my last World Cup,” he said when asked by China’s Titan …

Messi in Beijing for friendly before move to Miami
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi in Beijing for friendly before move to Miami

The Hindu  

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi arrived in Beijing on Saturday for a friendly match before leaving a storied European career to join Major League Soccer side Inter Miami as a free agent. His arrival was announced in a post on the organiser International Football Invitation’s official Weibo social media site with a video of players stepping off a plane, ahead of …

AP Source: Lionel Messi set to leave PSG at end of season
1 year, 7 months ago

AP Source: Lionel Messi set to leave PSG at end of season

The Independent  

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Messi the latest pawn in proxy rivalry in Middle East
1 year, 7 months ago

Messi the latest pawn in proxy rivalry in Middle East

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It also exposes the tensions now that Qatar and …

WATCH: Messi scores from free-kick as Argentina receives standing ovation at Monumental Stadium
1 year, 8 months ago

WATCH: Messi scores from free-kick as Argentina receives standing ovation at Monumental Stadium

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, appearing in Argentina jersey for the first time since winning the World Cup in Qatar, received a hero’s welcome at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on Thursday. Playing Panama in a friendly, Argentina did not get the lead until the 78th minute, when Thiago Almada put Argentina 1-0 lead by scoring from the rebound of a Messi …

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 …

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs
1 year, 9 months ago

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Messi mania has gripped Buenos …

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