World Cup Golden Boot: Mbappe beats Messi as top goalscorer at Qatar 2022
2 years ago

World Cup Golden Boot: Mbappe beats Messi as top goalscorer at Qatar 2022

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 The Golden Boot was up for grabs as Argentina faced France in the World Cup final, with four players still able to win the prestigious top goalscorer prize when the game kicked off in Qatar on Sunday. Messi came into the World Cup final level with France star Kylian Mbappe on five goals, before the Argentine scored twice while his Paris Saint-Germain teammate netted a hat-trick in arguably the greatest final of all time. Argentina’s Julian Alvarez was still in contention to win the Golden Boot at kick-off as he came into the final on four goals, as did France striker Olivier Giroud – who became his nation’s all-time leading scorer during the Qatar World Cup – but he was substituted during the first half. List of top scorers at 2022 World Cup Player Goals Assists Kylian Mbappe 8 2 Lionel Messi 7 3 Olivier Giroud 4 0 Julian Alvarez 4 0 Goncalo Ramos 3 1 Alvaro Morata 3 1 Marcus Rashford 3 0 Bukayo Saka 3 0 Cody Gakpo 3 0 Richarlison 3 0 Enner Valencia 3 0 Kylian Mbappe was in sparkling form for France List of previous Golden Boot winners

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Lionel Messi guides Argentina to second-consecutive Copa América final; moves closer to Cristiano Ronaldo
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi guides Argentina to second-consecutive Copa América final; moves closer to Cristiano Ronaldo

India TV News  

Captain Lionel Messi delivered a match-winning performance against Canada in the first semi-final of the ongoing Copa América to guide Argentina into their second-consecutive final of the tournament. The goal not only put an end to Canada's chances of scripting a fightback but also helped Messi become only the second player to score goals in six editions of the CONMEBOL …

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2023: Ruberto of Argentina wins Golden Boot, Germany’s Brunner bags Golden Ball
1 year ago

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2023: Ruberto of Argentina wins Golden Boot, Germany’s Brunner bags Golden Ball

The Hindu  

The 19th edition of the FIFA-17 World Cup concluded at the Manahan Stadium in Indonesia on Saturday, with Germany pipping France to win the title for the first time. Germany’s maiden title tilt was helped along the way by electric forward Brunner. RELATED: List of all FIFA U-17 World Cup winners: Germany lifts maiden title Agustin Ruberto ended the tournament …

Women’s World Cup golden boot: Who’s leading the top-scorer standings?
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup golden boot: Who’s leading the top-scorer standings?

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 The golden boot remains up for grabs at …

Spain’s Aitana Bonmati wins Golden Ball for top Women’s World Cup player
1 year, 4 months ago

Spain’s Aitana Bonmati wins Golden Ball for top Women’s World Cup player

Al Jazeera  

After Spain beat England 1-0 in the final, Bonmati’s Spain and Barcelona teammate Salma Paralluelo wins best young player, while England keeper Mary Earps earn the Golden Glove and Japan’s Hinata Miyazawa attains the Golden Boot. Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmati has won the Golden Ball for best player at this year’s Women’s World Cup after her side beat England 1-0 …

Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain: Flashes of genius but promise unfulfilled
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain: Flashes of genius but promise unfulfilled

Firstpost  

It is difficult to qualify Messi’s time at PSG as a success, even if the move to the French capital helped set him up for the crowning glory of his career at last year’s World Cup and did no harm to the Qatar-owned club as a sporting brand Paris: Lionel Messi arrived in France to a hero’s welcome, seen as …

Lionel Messi scores his 100th goal for Argentina
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi scores his 100th goal for Argentina

Al Jazeera  

The Albiceleste captain, his country’s all-time record goalscorer, netted a hat-trick in a 7-0 win against Curacao. Argentina captain Lionel Messi has passed the 100-goal mark for the reigning world champions in a 7-0 friendly win over Curacao. Argentine football star Lionel Messi was mobbed in Buenos Aires when fans learned where he was dining 👇 pic.twitter.com/SR7ounVv0B — AJE Sport …

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 …

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 …

Photos: Lionel Messi orders 24-carat gold iPhones for his World Cup winning Argentina team and staff
1 year, 9 months ago

Photos: Lionel Messi orders 24-carat gold iPhones for his World Cup winning Argentina team and staff

Firstpost  

Argentina legend and reportedly purchased 35 golden iPhone 14s, estimated to be around £175,000 or around ₹1.74 crore, for his teammate and staff members who were part of the country’s World Cup winning squad in Qatar. Read: To give his teammates and staff something special, the Argentina captain got in touch with iDesign Gold CEO Ben Lyons and worked with …

Lionel Messi Gifts 35 Gold iPhones Worth Rs 1.73 Crore Each to Argentina's World Cup-Winning Squad: Report
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi Gifts 35 Gold iPhones Worth Rs 1.73 Crore Each to Argentina's World Cup-Winning Squad: Report

News 18  

Lionel Messi scripted history last year as he guided Argentina to their first World Cup title in 36 years. An article published by The Sun claims that the Paris Saint-Germain striker has shelled out £175,000 to buy 35 gold iPhones for Argentina’s World Cup-winning players and their staff. Leo Messi has gifted 35 golden iPhone 14s to the entire World …

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’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 …

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 …

FIFA reveal their The Best award nominees, with Lionel Messi heading the list
1 year, 11 months ago

FIFA reveal their The Best award nominees, with Lionel Messi heading the list

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi heads a 14-man shortlist for the Best FIFA Men's player award after leading Argentina to World Cup glory last month. Argentine star Lionel Messi heads the 14-man shortlist for the FIFA's Best Men's Player award Messi's PSG team-mate Kylian Mbappe is also on the 14-man shortlist announced by FIFA 14-MAN SHORTLIST FOR 'THE BEST' AWARD Lionel Messi Kylian …

World Cup winner Lionel Messi returns to PSG with a guard of honour, Watch
1 year, 11 months ago

World Cup winner Lionel Messi returns to PSG with a guard of honour, Watch

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi was given a guard of honour by his teammates at the training ground, before being presented with a small trophy by PSG’s sporting director. Paris: Seventeen days after guiding Argentina to an epic World Cup final victory over France, Lionel Messi reported back to work on Wednesday, his French club Paris Saint-Germain announced. The 35-year-old seven-time Ballon d’Or …

FIFA World Cup: France goal machine Kylian Mbappe wins Golden Boot
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: France goal machine Kylian Mbappe wins Golden Boot

The Hindu  

France’s Kylian Mbappe finished as the Golden Boot winner at the Qatar World Cup 2022 with eight goals. Mbappe scored his first goal of the World Cup in France’s first group-stage match against Australia. In the 68th minute, Ousmane Dembele floated in a wonderful cross from the right, and Mbappe headed the ball into the net to give France a …

FIFA World Cup: Emiliano Martinez wins golden glove for yeoman service to Argentina
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Emiliano Martinez wins golden glove for yeoman service to Argentina

The Hindu  

The spotlight will be on Emiliano Martinez and his penalty saves in the final against France and the quarterfinal against Netherlands which won him the golden glove at the Qatar World Cup. In the injury time of the 30-minute extra-time, French substitute Randal Kolo Muani found himself with the ball inside the Argentine box without a defender in sight. No …

Messi in FIFA World Cup: Golden ball to the golden boy
2 years ago

Messi in FIFA World Cup: Golden ball to the golden boy

The Hindu  

What Lionel Messi achieved at the age of 35 was beyond anyone’s wildest imagination. He even brought out a mix of all his hits: the strike against Mexico in the group stages, the smoothest of passing finish for the goal and the dizzying run from the halfway line against Australia in the Round of 16, the nutmegs, the assist against …

FIFA World Cup 2022: How Lionel Messi won the ultimate prize and completed football
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: How Lionel Messi won the ultimate prize and completed football

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi stood, his hands on hips, face screwed in concentration, as he took a moment before beginning proceedings for Argentina in the penalty shootout against France in Sunday’s World Cup final. “I said previously that God was going to grant me this and I don’t know why but I felt it was going to be this time.” Ever since …

Messi’s Instagram post after World Cup win becomes most-liked post of all time
2 years ago

Messi’s Instagram post after World Cup win becomes most-liked post of all time

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi finally won a FIFA World Cup with Argentina, sparking celebrations all around the world. The jubilation around the world following Messi’s feat was evident as the Argentine’s post on Instagram following the historic win became the most-liked post ever in less than two days of him uploading it. Messi’s social media update first crossed Cristiano Ronaldo’s photo of …

FIFA World Cup 2022: When Universe Boss Chris Gayle watched football boss Lionel Messi clinching glory
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: When Universe Boss Chris Gayle watched football boss Lionel Messi clinching glory

India Today  

Universe Boss Chris Gayle was at the scene of action of the FIFA World Cup final as the former West Indies watched Lionel Messi realising his World Cup dream live from the Lusail Stadium in Doha on Sunday, December 18. The World Cup final was a star-studded affair at the state-of-the-art Lusail Stadium as cricket greats, including Gayle and Ravi …

Lionel Messi, the artist, needed a crown and FIFA World Cup 2022 finally gave it to him
2 years ago

Lionel Messi, the artist, needed a crown and FIFA World Cup 2022 finally gave it to him

The Hindu  

When Gonzalo Montiel scored the fourth and decisive penalty in the World Cup final, Lionel Messi – the captain of Argentina and its highest goal-scorer - sunk to his knees. Lionel Messi holds the Golden Ball trophy after the 2014 FIFA World Cup final against Germany. Lionel Messi is challenged by Josko Gvardiol of Croatia during the FIFA World Cup …

Watch: Argentina GK Emiliano Martinez's colossal last-minute wonder save that forced penalty shootout in FIFA WC Final
2 years ago

Watch: Argentina GK Emiliano Martinez's colossal last-minute wonder save that forced penalty shootout in FIFA WC Final

Hindustan Times  

Argentina lifted their third FIFA World Cup title on Sunday after the side defeated France 4-2 in a dramatic final at the Lusail Stadium. Messi scored two goals and calmly slotted the penalty in the shootout after the first 120 minutes saw a see-saw of emotions, with France successfully chasing down Argentina's lead twice. Emiliano Martinez Kylian Mbappe drew France …

From Messi to Mbappe: Who won Golden Boot, Golden Ball and Golden Glove awards after dramatic Argentina vs France final?
2 years ago

From Messi to Mbappe: Who won Golden Boot, Golden Ball and Golden Glove awards after dramatic Argentina vs France final?

Hindustan Times  

Adding his name next to Pele and Diego Maradona in the pantheon of the beautiful game's greatest players, Argentina talisman Lionel Messi finally lifted the FIFA World Cup title after a dramatic penalty shootout between Argentina and defending champions France in Qatar on Sunday. Argentina's Enzo Fernandez, goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, Lionel Messi and France's Kylian Mbappe, from left to right, …

Watch: Lionel Messi falls, breaks down as cameras capture exact moment Argentina captain realised he won FIFA World Cup
2 years ago

Watch: Lionel Messi falls, breaks down as cameras capture exact moment Argentina captain realised he won FIFA World Cup

Hindustan Times  

Argentina produced a phenomenal performance to lift their third FIFA World Cup title on Sunday, defeating France 4-2 via penalty shootout at the Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi shined for the side as scored two goals throughout the 120 minutes of the game, and calmly slotted the penalty in the back of the net in the shootout. His teammate Gonzalo Montiel …

Lionel Messi's hometown of Rosario basks in glory after Argentina win World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Lionel Messi's hometown of Rosario basks in glory after Argentina win World Cup 2022

India Today  

Hundreds of thousands of Argentines poured into the streets of Rosario, Lionel Messi's hometown, after Argentina won their third World Cup title after beating France, the defending champions, 4-2 on penalties after drawing 3-3 after extra time. Argentina's three goals in the World Cup final against France were all scored by Rosario natives, including Messi, who came up from local …

Lionel Messi: A breakdown of his World Cup and career highlights
2 years ago

Lionel Messi: A breakdown of his World Cup and career highlights

Al Jazeera  

After inspiring Argentina to a historic World Cup victory in Qatar, we look back at his illustrious career. Messi’s 2022 World Cup: From disaster to triumph Eight years ago, Messi came close to the World Cup, dragging his team to the final in Brazil, only to lose to Germany in extra time. International caps: 172 International goals: 98 World Cup …

Mbappé electrifies in World Cup epic, ends up on losing side
2 years ago

Mbappé electrifies in World Cup epic, ends up on losing side

Deccan Chronicle  

Lusail: Kylian Mbappé scored a hat trick seemingly from out of nowhere to electrify the World Cup final, he ended the tournament as the leading scorer with eight goals, and he still missed out on winning a second straight title. Mbappé scored a second penalty in extra time, about 10 minutes after Messi had given Argentina the lead again in …

Messi wins World Cup to push claim to be soccer’s GOAT
2 years ago

Messi wins World Cup to push claim to be soccer’s GOAT

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — After finally winning the World Cup, Lionel Messi made his strongest case yet to be considered soccer’s greatest player of all time. Even in Messi’s homeland of Argentina, Diego Maradona remains, for many, the country’s ultimate soccer icon after captaining the national team to the 1986 World Cup title. Messi is a seven-time winner of the Ballon …

Lionel Messi opens up on retirement talks after winning World Cup: Want to continue as world champion
2 years ago

Lionel Messi opens up on retirement talks after winning World Cup: Want to continue as world champion

India Today  

At 35, Lionel Messi seems to be keen on enjoying the feeling of playing as the world champion for Argentina, something that he has never done before in his long and decorated career. After winning the World Cup in Qatar on Sunday, December 18, Messi confirmed he would carry on to play for Argentina, at least a "few more" times …

Mbappé electrifies in World Cup epic, ends up on losing side
2 years ago

Mbappé electrifies in World Cup epic, ends up on losing side

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — Kylian Mbappé scored a hat trick seemingly from out of nowhere to electrify the World Cup final, he ended the tournament as the leading scorer with eight goals, and he still missed out on winning a second straight title. Mbappé scored a second penalty in extra time, about 10 minutes after Messi had given Argentina the lead …

Kylian Mbappe wins World Cup Golden Boot award after hat-trick in final defeat
2 years ago

Kylian Mbappe wins World Cup Golden Boot award after hat-trick in final defeat

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 Kylian Mbappe has won the Golden Boot at …

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi etches himself into footballing folklore as Argentina lift title in Qatar after 36 years
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi etches himself into footballing folklore as Argentina lift title in Qatar after 36 years

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi sits alongside the eternal Diego Armando Maradona – as comfortably the greatest player of his generation to win his country the World Cup title. The moment when a dream becomes reality 🏆#FIFAWorldCup | #Qatar2022 — FIFA World Cup December 18, 2022 By virtue of that, Messi had the ending he so dearly craved. In fact, France registered zero …

Lionel Messi to Kylian Mbappe: Who won Golden Boot, Golden Ball and other awards at FIFA World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Lionel Messi to Kylian Mbappe: Who won Golden Boot, Golden Ball and other awards at FIFA World Cup 2022

India Today  

After pulsating action for nearly a month, the FIFA World Cup 2022 came to a close with Lionel Messi and Argentina winning the trophy, beating France in one of the most thrilling finals in the history of the competition. FULL LIST OF AWARD WINNERS OF FIFA WORLD CUP 2022 Golden Boot - Kylian Mbappe with 8 goals Golden Ball - …

Argentina vs France, FIFA World Cup Final: Twitter hails 'greatest game' as La Albiceleste give Messi dream farewell
2 years ago

Argentina vs France, FIFA World Cup Final: Twitter hails 'greatest game' as La Albiceleste give Messi dream farewell

Firstpost  

Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties after the two sides were locked on 3-3 at the end of half-time, with Lionel Messi scoring a brace in his final World Cup game. Argentina ended a 36-year-long wait and ensured talismanic forward Lionel Messi’s dream finally came true as they beat France on penalties in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final in …

Lionel Messi Wins FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Ball
2 years ago

Lionel Messi Wins FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Ball

News 18  

Lionel Messi won the FIFA World Cup Golden ball for the second time after beating France in the summit clash on Sunday at Lusail Stadium, Doha. Messi, earlier won the golden ball in the 2014 World Cup but it was a bitter-sweet moment for him at that time as his team lost to Germany in the final. FIFA World Cup …

Lionel Messi hugs his kids, dances in joy with teammates after Argentina win FIFA World Cup 2022
2 years ago

Lionel Messi hugs his kids, dances in joy with teammates after Argentina win FIFA World Cup 2022

India Today  

Lionel Messi was a content man. Lionel Messi's family watching on the final at the Lusail Stadium Messi scored 7 times in the World Cup in Qatar, 2 of them coming in the final as the Paris Saint-Germain star put the team ahead twice against France in the final. It was a heartwarming moment as Messi celebrated with his teammates …

Lionel Messi wins Golden Ball award after leading Argentina to World Cup glory
2 years ago

Lionel Messi wins Golden Ball award after leading Argentina to World Cup glory

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 has been named the best player …

Kylian Mbappe sets World Cup record despite defeat to Argentina
2 years ago

Kylian Mbappe sets World Cup record despite defeat to Argentina

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 Kylian Mbappe took his tally of World Cup …

Argentina vs France player ratings: Kylian Mbappe heroics but Lionel Messi finally wins World Cup final
2 years ago

Argentina vs France player ratings: Kylian Mbappe heroics but Lionel Messi finally wins 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 Argentina have ended their 36-year wait to become …

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi becomes first to score at all stages of single WC
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi becomes first to score at all stages of single WC

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi’s goal from the spot in the 23rd minute of the game made him the only player to score in all stages of a World Cup, which includes the group stages, the round of 16s, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final. Argentina’s star forward Lionel Messi scripted history on Sunday when the 34-year-old footballer scored in the FIFA World Cup …

Lionel Messi becomes first footballer in history to record incredible FIFA World Cup feat after goal vs France in final
2 years ago

Lionel Messi becomes first footballer in history to record incredible FIFA World Cup feat after goal vs France in final

Hindustan Times  

Argentina star Lionel Messi became the first player in the history of the FIFA World Cup history to score a goal in every knock-out match of the edition. Lionel Messi In the Round of 16 match against Australia, Messi had opened the goalscoring for Argentina in the 35th minute as the side eventually registered a 2-1 win. In the next …

Watch: How Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria stunned France with 2 quick goals in 1st half of FIFA World Cup 2022 final
2 years ago

Watch: How Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria stunned France with 2 quick goals in 1st half of FIFA World Cup 2022 final

Hindustan Times  

Extending his free-scoring run at the Qatar World Cup on Sunday, Argentina captain Lionel Messi scored the all-important opening goal in the summit clash against defending champions France at the Lusail Stadium. Argentina's Angel Di Maria, left top, celebrates after scoring his side's second goal Leading Argentina's attack in the FIFA World Cup 2022 final, talisman Messi gave La Albiceleste …

CHECK: Lionel Messi Keeps His Calm to Score Crucial Penalty in FIFA World Cup Final; Equals Pele's Tally
2 years ago

CHECK: Lionel Messi Keeps His Calm to Score Crucial Penalty in FIFA World Cup Final; Equals Pele's Tally

News 18  

Lionel Messi marked his presence in the final of 2022 FIFA World Cup with a clinical finish from the penalty spot to give Argentina a crucial lead in the first half. Live Argentina vs France 2022 FIFA World Cup Final Updates Di Maria, who returned for the clash in the place of midfielder Leandro Paredes, missed an early chance in …

Watch Lionel Messi put Argentina 1-0 up in World Cup final against France
2 years ago

Watch Lionel Messi put Argentina 1-0 up in World Cup final against France

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has put Argentina 1-0 up in the World Cup final against France with an expertly taken first-half penalty. Lionel Messi scored from the spot to put Argentina 1-0 up in the World Cup final against France IT HAD TO BE HIM!!!! Messi was once again ruthless from 12 yards out as he sent Hugo Lloris the wrong way …

Lionel Messi becomes the first player to score in EVERY World Cup round
2 years ago

Lionel Messi becomes the first player to score in EVERY World Cup round

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi broke another footballing record as his goal in Sunday's thrilling final win over France saw him complete the feat of scoring in every World Cup stage. Argentina's Lionel Messi became the first player to score in every World Cup round Messi scored from the spot in Sunday's World Cup final against France to put his nation ahead Messi …

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