Ex-Spain coach Vicente del Bosque prefers Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo
5 years, 10 months ago

Ex-Spain coach Vicente del Bosque prefers Lionel Messi to Cristiano Ronaldo

Daily Mail  

Vicente del Bosque believes Lionel Messi is 'a more natural soccer player' than Cristiano Ronaldo as the former Spain manager waded into the eternal debate on who is the world's best. Cristiano Ronaldo, who left Real Madrid for Juventus in a £100million deal last summer, has successfully adapted to Italian football with 21 goals and 12 assists during his debut campaign there. Ex-Spain coach Vicente del Bosque chose Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo when asked which of the two global superstars was the superior player Ronaldo and Messi on opposite sides during a Clasico match at the Bernabeu last season Both look set to once again end the season by adding to their impressive collections of silverware, with both Barcelona and Juventus top of their respective leagues. Lionel Messi celebrates scoring in Barcelona's 4-2 win over Sevilla at the weekend Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring for Juventus in their recent game against Frosinone There's no question that Real have suffered in the absence of Portuguese talisman Ronaldo this season.

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Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season with Inter Miami
1 month, 1 week ago

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season with Inter Miami

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi was named Major League Soccer’s Most Valuable Player on Friday after captaining Inter Miami to a record-breaking regular season campaign. Messi was handed the award after his performances helped Miami to a record regular season points tally of 74, earning the club its first-ever Supporters Shield. It didn’t happen, but next year we’ll come back stronger to try …

Lionel Messi's nomination for FIFA's The Best award creates controversy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi's nomination for FIFA's The Best award creates controversy

Firstpost  

Argentina forward Lionel Messi has been nominated for FIFA’s The Best award, but his nomination has caused controversy and debate among fans. Argentina superstar Lionel Messi’s nomination for FIFA’s The Best award has created controversy and has divided the football fraternity. That is crazy 😂 love Messi but this season he really has no business there — 𝗙𝗜𝗔𝗚𝗢 November 29, …

Lionel Messi equals world record with match-winning assist against Peru; Cristiano Ronaldo way behind in the race
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi equals world record with match-winning assist against Peru; Cristiano Ronaldo way behind in the race

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi equalled another record in Argentina's colours as he provided a match-winning assist to Lautaro Martinez in the FIFA World Cup South America qualifier against Peru. It was Messi's 58th assist in international football, which is joint-most, as he equalled United States men's national team legend Landon Donovan's tally. Lautaro Martinez celebrates with Argentina's forward Lionel Messi after scoring …

Lionel Messi scripts history, breaks Cristiano Ronaldo’s massive record but fails to prevent Inter Miami defeat
2 months ago

Lionel Messi scripts history, breaks Cristiano Ronaldo’s massive record but fails to prevent Inter Miami defeat

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi had a sensational 2024 MLS season, and had an instant impact for Inter Miami. The Argentine finished the regular season with 20 goals and 16 assists in 19 matches, and also became Inter Miami's all-time leading goalscorer. The Barcelona legend reached 850 career goals, a record which his eternal rival Cristiano Ronaldo had achieved earlier. The Argentine also …

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation
2 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi is already 37-years-old and is not plying his trade in Europe anymore. Speaking to Fabrizio Romano for Apple TV, the 2022 World Cup winner was asked if he had any plans to get into coaching after retirement. The former Barcelona star was also asked about participation in the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the US, …

Lionel Messi pays emotional tribute to Andres Iniesta as Spaniard announces retirement - with forward sharing throwback snap from duo's iconic Barcelona days
3 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi pays emotional tribute to Andres Iniesta as Spaniard announces retirement - with forward sharing throwback snap from duo's iconic Barcelona days

Daily Mail  

Messi is one of the famous faces who have given their best to the midfielder Iniesta confirmed his retirement on Tuesday after Messi had paid tribute Lionel Messi has paid tribute to former team-mate Andres Iniesta after the Spain and Barcelona legend edged closer to his retirement before the news was officially announced on Tuesday. Lionel Messi has paid an …

Lionel Messi set to return to Inter Miami lineup after 2-month injury recovery
4 months ago

Lionel Messi set to return to Inter Miami lineup after 2-month injury recovery

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi has been cleared to play again after taking two months to recover from an ankle injury, and Inter Miami indicated that the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will return to the lineup on Saturday when the team plays host to Philadelphia. “Messi is available,” Inter Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Friday before the team’s …

'He has the numbers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo': Guardiola makes massive comparison for Premier League star
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'He has the numbers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo': Guardiola makes massive comparison for Premier League star

Hindustan Times  

Defending champions Manchester City began their Premier League 2024-25 campaign on a dominating note, sealing a 2-0 win vs arch-rivals Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. Guardiola said, "He has the numbers for Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who controlled the last decade, 15 years, absolutely everything. City have now won their opening Premier League match of the season in 13 …

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

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America

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 It's sad but true, Copa …

Wayne Rooney gives his verdict on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT debate, revealing his selection to Gary Neville
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Wayne Rooney gives his verdict on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT debate, revealing his selection to Gary Neville

Daily Mail  

Wayne Rooney has provided his verdict on the Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi debate, after claiming the duo are 'the best two players to ever play the game'. Wayne Rooney has given his opinion on the Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT debate Across their careers, fans have often debated over who is better, Ronaldo or Messi 'For me, Messi …

Messi: Retirement not on my mind
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi: Retirement not on my mind

China Daily  

WASHINGTON -- Lionel Messi has not yet thought about retirement and says age will not be a determining factor in his decision to end his playing career. "I know that the moment I feel that I am no longer performing, that I am no longer enjoying it or helping my teammates," Messi said in an interview with the Big Time …

'Messi is the greatest... in terms of pure football, I am better than Ronaldo': Hazard makes sensational claim
11 months, 1 week ago

'Messi is the greatest... in terms of pure football, I am better than Ronaldo': Hazard makes sensational claim

Hindustan Times  

For the last 15 years, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have battled against each other to be regarded as the greatest footballer in history. Eden Hazard made a sensational claim on Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Former Chelsea player Eden Hazard joined the bandwagon and made a rather sensational claim about the better player between the two, and also included …

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi denied ‘last dance’ after injury blow
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi denied ‘last dance’ after injury blow

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 Cristiano Ronaldo has been denied a final meeting …

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami Teammates Enjoy Dinner With Modern Family Star Sofia Vergara
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami Teammates Enjoy Dinner With Modern Family Star Sofia Vergara

News 18  

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi and teammates Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba were pictured enjoying a dinner with Modern Family star Sofia Vergara at the Papi Steak in Miami Beach, Florida. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sofia Vergara Messi enjoys a special camaraderie with his teammates, who have played alongside the star during his …

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo set to renew rivalry in February
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo set to renew rivalry in February

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 and Cristiano Ronaldo will go head …

Lionel Messi set to face Cristiano Ronaldo one last time after fixture confirmed
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi set to face Cristiano Ronaldo one last time after fixture confirmed

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 and Cristiano Ronaldo will face each …

Carragher makes staggering statement on Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate, says 'I don't even think it's close'
1 year, 1 month ago

Carragher makes staggering statement on Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate, says 'I don't even think it's close'

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are arguably two of the greatest footballers in history. Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo are arguably two of the greatest footballers in history. One of the trophies missing in Ronaldo's glittering cabinet is the FIFA World Cup, something which Messi claimed last year. Meanwhile, CBS Sports host Kate Abdo revealed that the programme once invited Messi …

Argentinian football legend Lionel Messi wins Ballon d’Or award for eighth time
1 year, 2 months ago

Argentinian football legend Lionel Messi wins Ballon d’Or award for eighth time

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi who is the FIFA World Cup-winning Argentina legend was awarded for the eighth time with the prestigious Ballon d'Or award on October 30. English football icon David Beckham who is the owner of Inter Miami presented the award to Messi. Messi's seven goals in the World Cup tournament brought back hope among fans who believed his team will …

What records and awards does Argentina’s Lionel Messi hold?
1 year, 2 months ago

What records and awards does Argentina’s Lionel Messi hold?

Al Jazeera  

A look at Lionel Messi’s glittering career, laced with records and awards in club and international football. Lionel Messi has won the men’s Ballon d’Or for a record-extending eighth time after fulfilling his life’s ambition by leading Argentina to the World Cup title in Qatar last year. Here’s a look at the list of honours the Argentine great has to …

Lionel Messi and David Beckham have full-circle moment as MLS' first-ever designated player presents Inter Miami star with Ballon d'Or
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi and David Beckham have full-circle moment as MLS' first-ever designated player presents Inter Miami star with Ballon d'Or

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi won his eighth Ballon d'Or on Monday night - and was presented the award by fellow MLS trailblazer David Beckham. The former Manchester United and England star gushed over Messi, who led Miami to a Leagues Cup title shortly after joining the club. David Beckham presented Lionel Messi with his eighth Ballon d'Or trophy on Monday The two …

Christian Pulisic says Lionel Messi’s MLS success is ‘only a positive thing for this country’
1 year, 4 months ago

Christian Pulisic says Lionel Messi’s MLS success is ‘only a positive thing for this country’

New York Times  

U.S. men’s national team and AC Milan player Christian Pulisic offered his thoughts on another international soccer star who switched teams this summer, calling Lionel Messi’s success in Major League Soccer “only a positive thing for this country.” Here’s what you need to know: Speaking to reporters Friday, Pulisic said Messi’s MLS arrival “absolutely” helps promote the league around the …

Lionel Messi scores his eighth goal of season to boost Inter Miami to Leagues Cup semi-final
1 year, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi scores his eighth goal of season to boost Inter Miami to Leagues Cup semi-final

India TV News  

Lionel Messi continues his dream start for Inter Miami with another goal in the quarter-final of the League Cup 2023 against Charlotte FC on Friday, August 11. The legendary forward scored his eighth goal in five appearances for Inter Miami to help them reach the semi-final round. Inter Miami's third goal came from Charlotte's centre-back Adilson Malanda who was unfortunate …

Gareth Bale names Lionel Messi and NOT Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest to win Champions League
1 year, 7 months ago

Gareth Bale names Lionel Messi and NOT Cristiano Ronaldo as the greatest to win Champions League

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale has named Lionel Messi as the best ever winner of the Champions League - betraying his former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo in the process. Bale and Portuguese megastar Ronaldo were colleagues for five years at Real Madrid, where they won Europe's elite club trophy four times together. Lionel Messi has been called the best player to win the Champions …

Haaland looks set to replace Messi and Ronaldo as soccer's next global superstar
1 year, 7 months ago

Haaland looks set to replace Messi and Ronaldo as soccer's next global superstar

The Hindu  

With Lionel Messi on his way to Inter Miami and Cristiano Ronaldo already in Saudi Arabia, it's time for soccer's next global superstar to step forward. Perhaps only Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior can challenge Haaland to the title of the world's best in the post-Messi and Ronaldo era. Haaland's five goals against Leipzig …

Lionel Messi picks MLS's Inter Miami in stunning move after exit from PSG
1 year, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi picks MLS's Inter Miami in stunning move after exit from PSG

Hindustan Times  

Argentina's star footballer Lionel Messi stunned the football community on Wednesday night when he announced a move to Major League Soccer side Inter Miami. Lionel Messi One of Inter Miami’s owners, Jorge Mas, tweeted out a photo of a darkly silhouetted Messi jersey shortly before the Argentinian great revealed his decision in interviews with Spanish news outlets Mundo Deportivo and …

Lionel Messi linked with return to Barcelona; Al Hilal, Inter Miami also interested
1 year, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi linked with return to Barcelona; Al Hilal, Inter Miami also interested

Firstpost  

Argentine football star Lionel Messi’s next possible destination is the talk of the town among the footballing fraternity. Paris Saint-Germain head coach had said last week that PSG’s Ligue 1 match against Clermont Foot would be Messi’s last match for the club. Jorge Messi meets with Barcelona president Joan Laporta One of the possible next destinations for the FIFA World …

Messi’s father says player ‘would like to return’ to Barcelona amid speculation over Saudi move
1 year, 7 months ago

Messi’s father says player ‘would like to return’ to Barcelona amid speculation over Saudi move

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona has not given up hope of seeing Lionel Messi returning to the club despite increasing speculation about a pending move to Saudi Arabia, and his father said Monday that his son prefers to go back to the Catalan club. The player’s father sidestepped most questions but acknowledged that Messi “would like to return” to the club where …

Barcelona not giving up hope of bringing Lionel Messi back to Spanish football
1 year, 7 months ago

Barcelona not giving up hope of bringing Lionel Messi back to Spanish football

The Hindu  

Barcelona has not given up hope of seeing Lionel Messi returning to the club despite increasing speculation about a pending move to Saudi Arabia. The Catalan club continued to work on restructuring its finances to make sure it could afford Messi’s return in case the Argentina star decided to come back to the Spanish league after his stint with Paris …

Lionel Messi and Paris: Not quite an affair to remember
1 year, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi and Paris: Not quite an affair to remember

Hindustan Times  

The media release from PSG, two days after a similar one announcing the departure of Sergio Ramos, said Messi’s time in Paris was “adventure”. In August 2021, after arriving wearing a shirt that said ‘This Is Paris’, Messi had said PSG would be the “ideal” place for that. Conversely, being at PSG meant Messi, who didn’t have a club once …

Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain: Flashes of genius but promise unfulfilled
1 year, 7 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 …

Messi to leave Paris St-Germain at end of season, coach confirms
1 year, 7 months ago

Messi to leave Paris St-Germain at end of season, coach confirms

Al Jazeera  

The question now is where the Argentine forward will play after his final match for the French club on Saturday. Argentina football great Lionel Messi will leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season after two years at the club, according to coach Christophe Galtier. PSG’s game against Clermont on Saturday will be Messi’s last match at the Parc …

Falling out of love? Messi whistled by PSG fans, again
1 year, 9 months ago

Falling out of love? Messi whistled by PSG fans, again

Associated Press  

PARIS — The relationship between Lionel Messi and PSG fans is not getting better. Less than a week after he scored a hat-trick and surpassed 100 career goals for Argentina, the world champion was whistled by sections of supporters before and during PSG’s 1-0 home loss to Lyon on Sunday amid persistent rumors he could leave the club soon. But …

Lionel Messi scores his 100th goal for Argentina
1 year, 9 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 outclasses Ballon d'Or holder Karim Benzema, PSG star Kylian Mbappe to win Best FIFA Men's Player Award
1 year, 10 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 …

Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list, becomes only second player to achieve 'THIS' feat
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi joins Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list, becomes only second player to achieve 'THIS' feat

India TV News  

Paris Saint-Germain's Lionel Messi has a never-ending love affair with records. The Argentina skipper, who won the FIFA World Cup in Qatar last year has continued to perform for Paris Saint-Germain and it doesn't look as if he is going to stop anytime soon. After winning the World Cup, many believe that Messi has surpassed his arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo and …

FC Barcelona Plan to Honour Lionel Messi: Report
1 year, 10 months ago

FC Barcelona Plan to Honour Lionel Messi: Report

News 18  

Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi is expected to be honoured by his former club FC Barcelona ahead of the commencement of the 2024-25 season. Barcelona club officials reportedly met Messi’s father Jorge Messi last week. Messi’s association with Barcelona came to an end in 2021 after the Blaugrana failed to fulfil new contract agreement. Messi, during his stay at …

Lionel Messi on cusp of another 'MASSIVE' record, set to join Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi on cusp of another 'MASSIVE' record, set to join Cristiano Ronaldo in elite list

India TV News  

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are legends in their capacity and they have dominated football for more than a decade now. In 839 club games that he has played, Messi has scored 699 goals. If Lionel Messi ends up scoring against Marseille, he will be only the second footballer after Cristiano Ronaldo to join the 700-goal club as per GOAL.com. …

Lionel Messi Breaks Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Scoring In PSG's Win Over Montpellier
1 year, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi Breaks Cristiano Ronaldo Record After Scoring In PSG's Win Over Montpellier

ABP News  

Paris Saint-Germain star Lionel Messi surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo in the list of most number of goals scored by a player in Europe's top-five leagues. While Ronaldo, who is currently playing for Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr, has 696 goals to his credit, Messi netted his 697th goal during PSG's 3-1 win over Montpellier on February 1. The team's third goal was scored …

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

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi again? Here's how this can happen
2 years ago

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi again? Here's how this can happen

India TV News  

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi? Before the 2022 FIFA World Cup, things got pretty bitter between Ronaldo and the renowned club Manchester United. Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi again Image Source : GETTY IMAGESCristiano Ronaldo and Messi to face again? Rudi Garcia, the manager of Al-Nassr has now revealed that CR7 is all set to make his debut on Saudi …

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 …

Lionel Messi has been clearly ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo even before the World Cup: Sergio Aguero
2 years ago

Lionel Messi has been clearly ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo even before the World Cup: Sergio Aguero

India Today  

Sergio Aguero has claimed that Lionel Messi was ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo even before this year's World Cup in Qatar. Messi finally won the big one as he guided Argentina from the front with seven goals and three assists to his name as they defeated France in the final on penalties to lift the trophy. As quoted by Goal.com, Aguero …

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 …

Messi capable of playing ’until he’s 50’: Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez
2 years ago

Messi capable of playing ’until he’s 50’: Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez

Live Mint  

Four days after Argentina's all-time greatest football player Lionel Messi announced that he will retire post the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez hinted that Messi could return for the 2026 World Cup and capable of playing 'until he's 50'. Despite Messi will be 39 when the next World Cup rolls around in 2026 in Canada, …

Messi is playing like a 20-year-old: Gabriel Batistuta
2 years ago

Messi is playing like a 20-year-old: Gabriel Batistuta

Live Mint  

Gabriel Batistuta had different types of expectations from Lionel Messi in FIFA World Cup 2022 but Leo has apparently surprised him. That's what football needs, that's what Leo is spreading to the whole team," said Batistuta who had held the record of scoring the highest number of world cup goals for Argentina before Messi scored his 11th world cup goal …

Lionel Messi’s World Cup history: Struggles, heartbreak and magic for Argentina
2 years ago

Lionel Messi’s World Cup history: Struggles, heartbreak and magic for 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 Lionel Messi will break the record for the …

Luis Suarez lauds his former teammate Lionel Messi for 'showing you are the best in the world'
2 years, 1 month 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, …

World Cup’s apex players: Argentina’s Messi and Alvarez
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup’s apex players: Argentina’s Messi and Alvarez

Al Jazeera  

Lionel Messi scored a penalty then set up two goals for Julian Alvarez for a 3-0 win in the semifinal against Croatia. The bad news for whoever faces Argentina in Sunday’s World Cup final is that footballing magician Lionel Messi now has an apprentice in 22-year-old Julian Alvarez who scored twice in Argentina’s commanding semifinal win over Croatia. Messi scored …

Lionel Messi all set for one last crack at the World Cup after working his magic against Croatia
2 years, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi all set for one last crack at the World Cup after working his magic against Croatia

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi is one step away from World Cup glory after a spellbinding performance in Argentina's demolition of Croatia in Tuesday night's semi-final in Doha. Lionel Messi is one step away from the World Cup after a superb performance against Croatia He first tucked home Argentina's opening goal from the penalty spot in the first half Afterwards man of the …

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