Emi Martinez reveals he visited a psychologist after Argentina's shock defeat to Saudi Arabia
2 years ago

Emi Martinez reveals he visited a psychologist after Argentina's shock defeat to Saudi Arabia

Daily Mail  

Emi Martinez has revealed he sought psychological help after Argentina's shock defeat by Saudi Arabia. Lionel Scaloni's team are under huge pressure to lift the trophy for the first time since 1986, arriving in Qatar on a record 36-game unbeaten run, desperate to help Lionel Messi fulfil his dream in what will be his last World Cup. Emi Martinez has revealed he sought psychological help after Argentina lost to Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia beat Martinez's Argentina side 2-1 in one of the biggest World Cup shocks ever 'I have 45 million Argentines behind me and I should have given more.' Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has said that his side 'should have more common sense' Lionel Messi bailed his side out of trouble with a goal and assist against Mexico on Saturday

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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, 1 day ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game
5 months, 1 week ago

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game

New Indian Express  

Sense of unity Where he truly excelled this time was in playing the role of the side's elder statesman and leader. He invited Nicolas Otamendi and Angel Di Maria, a bonafide Argentine great who played his final match on Sunday, to accompany him. Just before Argentina faced Brazil in Brazil in the 2021 final, Messi delivered a speech that has …

Messi dominates discourse on Martinez visit, goalkeeper plays ball
1 year, 5 months ago

Messi dominates discourse on Martinez visit, goalkeeper plays ball

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi was not there, Emiliano Martinez was. FIFA World Cup 2022 winner Argentinian footballer Emiliano Martinez greets supporters during the 'Tahader Kotha' event, in Kolkata, As one of Messi's most trusted lieutenants during Argentina's triumphant campaign in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Martinez didn't mind the interest, the curiosity around his iconic teammate's future in the sport, and decided …

Argentina coach says Messi ‘deserves’ MLS move
1 year, 6 months ago

Argentina coach says Messi ‘deserves’ MLS move

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said Wednesday that Lionel Messi “deserves” his high-profile transfer to Inter Miami, as the world champions prepared for a friendly against Australia in Beijing. “I believe he’ll have the conditions to enjoy himself there -- he deserves it.” Messi said Tuesday that last winter’s World Cup was probably his last. “I have said several times before …

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 expresses remorse over his actions during World Cup QF against Netherlands
1 year, 10 months ago

Messi expresses remorse over his actions during World Cup QF against Netherlands

Live Mint  

A month after winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Argentine star player Lionel Messi has expressed remorse over his actions during the World Cup quarterfinals. In Messi's sixth World Cup, Argentina defeated France on penalties in Qatar to win their first World Cup in 36 years. The Paris Saint-Germain player said he wanted for Diego Maradona to witness Argentina's first …

Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez gets a hero’s welcome in his home town
2 years ago

Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez gets a hero’s welcome in his home town

The Hindu  

Argentina’s World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was greeted by a crowd estimated at 100,000 in his home town, Mar del Plata. It was Argentina’s third title, but Martinez is the first World Cup winner from the resort town south of Buenos Aires, where tennis player Guillermo Vilas was previously the most famous sports personality. Martinez showed the crowd in front …

Emi Martinez: The grit and the git who won Argentina the World Cup
2 years ago

Emi Martinez: The grit and the git who won Argentina the World Cup

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. That might have seemed far-fetched four years ago when he sat in …

Effervescent & Enigmatic, Messi’s Supporting Cast Helped Make History in Qatar
2 years ago

Effervescent & Enigmatic, Messi’s Supporting Cast Helped Make History in Qatar

The Quint  

Before taking to the field in the second half against Croatia in the semi-final, the cameras caught Martinez saying ‘They’d have to kill me to score against me.” He ended that night with a clean sheet. Trash talking, psychological mind games, making the kick-taker wait, there is no line that Emi Martinez wouldn’t cross to get inside his opponent’s head …

Today at the World Cup: Lionel Messi and Didier Deschamps consider futures
2 years ago

Today at the World Cup: Lionel Messi and Didier Deschamps consider futures

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’s World Cup adventures may not yet …

Messi and Argentina’s World Cup wait ends with dramatic final win over France
2 years ago

Messi and Argentina’s World Cup wait ends with dramatic final win over France

The Hindu  

This surely was the last chance. Here again, much like in every Argentina game, the stands were blue-and-white, his followers waiting in anticipation for the glory that Messi and the world have yearned for from June 16, 2006, when he made his World Cup debut against Serbia and Montenegro. Transitions had been France’s key to unlocking opponents earlier, but here …

Messi says he will not retire from Argentinian national team
2 years ago

Messi says he will not retire from Argentinian national team

Al Jazeera  

After lifting the World Cup, the 35-year-old star says he will continue playing in an Argentina shirt for a while yet. Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi has quashed speculation and pledged to continue playing for his country, despite realising his lifetime ambition of winning the sport’s biggest prize. “I want to keep experiencing a few more matches as world …

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 …

World Cup’s apex players: Argentina’s Messi and Alvarez
2 years 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 …

Messi, Argentina beat Croatia 3-0 to reach World Cup final
2 years ago

Messi, Argentina beat Croatia 3-0 to reach World Cup final

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — Lionel Messi bent over, clutched his left hamstring and appeared to grimace, immediately spreading panic through the soccer world but especially among all Argentines. We’re going to the final, which is what we wanted.” It will be Messi’s second World Cup final — Argentina lost the other one to Germany in 2014 — in what might be …

Lionel Messi showed echoes of Diego Maradona as Argentina reached World Cup final
2 years ago

Lionel Messi showed echoes of Diego Maradona as Argentina reached World Cup final

Daily Mail  

They have always called him la pulga — the flea — because of the way he skims and skips across the course of a game, barely detectable, though the Lionel Messi we witnessed last night was el toro, a bull barrelling and bouncing though challenges, actively looking for them, as he drove Argentina into the final which has always seemed …

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez goals fire Argentina past Croatia to reach final
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi, Julian Alvarez goals fire Argentina past Croatia to reach final

Firstpost  

Argentina produced their best display of the tournament to ensure they will meet the winner’s of Wednesday’s semi-final clash between holders France and Morocco in Sunday’s final. Doha: An inspired Lionel Messi scored from the penalty spot and Julian Alvarez struck twice as Argentina beat Croatia 3-0 on Tuesday to reach their second World Cup final in eight years. FIFA …

FIFA World Cup: Julian Alvarez goes from fanboy to helping keep Lionel Messi's dream alive
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Julian Alvarez goes from fanboy to helping keep Lionel Messi's dream alive

India Today  

Argentina and Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez was the star-man as he scored a brace against Croatia in the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Alvarez, who has been a life-long fan of Lionel Messi, has gone from taking photos with the former Barcelona star as a child to helping him move a step closer to realizing his ultimate …

Messi’s Argentina in World Cup semifinal showdown with Modric’s Croatia
2 years ago

Messi’s Argentina in World Cup semifinal showdown with Modric’s Croatia

The Hindu  

Argentina and Lionel Messi face Croatia on Tuesday in a World Cup semifinal that pits South American flair against the guile of Luka Modric and a remarkable fighting spirit. In the second semifinal on Wednesday, reigning champions France take on giant-killing Morocco, the first African team ever to reach the last four of a World Cup. "At back-to-back World Cups …

Messi snarls, taunts and thrills in World Cup classic
2 years ago

Messi snarls, taunts and thrills in World Cup classic

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Whether it was in the rule book or not, Lionel Messi was going to do just about anything to get to the World Cup semifinals. Soccer fans saw another side to Messi in Argentina’s wild penalty-shootout victory over the Netherlands — a side that can only really come out in the most pressure-filled occasions. It appeared to …

Messi, Argentina advance to semifinals at World Cup
2 years ago

Messi, Argentina advance to semifinals at World Cup

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — Lionel Messi started the match by delivering another soccer clinic. Messi, who scored a penalty in regulation time, converted his penalty in the shootout while goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez made two saves to help Argentina secure a semifinal match against Croatia, which beat Brazil earlier Friday. “We had to suffer,” Messi said, “but we got through.” Messi did, …

Martinez is Argentina’s shootout star again at World Cup
2 years ago

Martinez is Argentina’s shootout star again at World Cup

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — Emiliano Martinez pulled up his shorts and performed a dance in front of Argentina’s fans. Martinez made diving saves off penalties from Virgil van Dijk and Steven Berghuis in a 4-3 shootout win over the Netherlands in the quarterfinals on Friday, after the match finished 2-2 after extra time. “I couldn’t help the boys by making a …

FIFA World Cup: Lautaro Martinez struggles as high-flying Argentina thrive in Qatar
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Lautaro Martinez struggles as high-flying Argentina thrive in Qatar

Firstpost  

Lautaro Martinez was on the teamsheet for Argentina’s first two FIFA World Cup group games in Qatar. Doha: Argentina have gradually found their feet at the World Cup, improving with every game, but striker Lautaro Martinez has been going in the other direction. Towards the end of the game, after Lautaro was introduced as a substitute, many fans felt Messi …

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

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi magic helps Argentina set-up Netherlands quarter-final clash with 2-1 win over Australia
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi magic helps Argentina set-up Netherlands quarter-final clash with 2-1 win over Australia

Firstpost  

Messi’s 789th goal in his 1,000th career appearance – but first in the knockout rounds of the World Cup – helped Argentina set up a last-eight clash with the unbeaten Netherlands on Friday. Doha: Lionel Messi 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 …

The 5 breakout stars from FIFA World Cup 2022 Group Stage so far
2 years ago

The 5 breakout stars from FIFA World Cup 2022 Group Stage so far

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappe grabbed plenty of the headlines as their countries sailed through the group stage of the World Cup, but many others have also risen to the occasion in Qatar. Enzo Fernandez Fernandez had never started a game for Argentina before the World Cup but his performances in Qatar have made him a vital part …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for calm after Messi heroics in 2-0 over Mexico
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina coach Scaloni calls for calm after Messi heroics in 2-0 over Mexico

India Today  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said it was a huge relief beating Mexico in their second FIFA World Cup 2022 match but urged his team to stay grounded as they seek qualification to the knockout stages. Argentina, who had headed to the World Cup in Qatar with plenty of expectations around their highly-rated squad, slipped to a 1-2 loss to Saudi …

World Cup: Argentina assistant coach Pablo Aimar bursts into TEARS following Lionel Messi's goal
2 years ago

World Cup: Argentina assistant coach Pablo Aimar bursts into TEARS following Lionel Messi's goal

Daily Mail  

The pressure of the must-win game was weighing on members of the camp This will likely be the 35-year-old soccer legend Lionel Messi's final World Cup Argentina would have been eliminated from advancing with a loss to Mexico Argentina assistant coach Pablo Aimar broke down in tears following Lionel Messi's goal in the 64th minute against Mexico. Few sights demonstrate …

Sing when you're winning! Lionel Messi conducts Argentina's joyous dressing room celebrations
2 years ago

Sing when you're winning! Lionel Messi conducts Argentina's joyous dressing room celebrations

Daily Mail  

Argentina players have celebrated winning their first World Cup match of the tournament following their comfortable 2-0 win over Mexico on Saturday. Lionel Messi scored a second Qatar World Cup goal in Saturday's 2-0 win over Mexico Argentina players let out a huge wave of relive after beating Mexico to stay in the tournament In a lengthy video post, players …

World Cup player ratings: Lionel Messi produces yet another moment of magic
2 years ago

World Cup player ratings: Lionel Messi produces yet another moment of magic

Daily Mail  

Enzo Fernandez clinched his first international goal to rap up the victory Lionel Messi opened the scoring to ignite the Albiceleste's chances in Qatar Lionel Messi led Argentina to their first victory at the World Cup as Lionel Scaloni's side bounced back from a shock upset to Saudi Arabia to beat Mexico 2-0. His teammate and substitute Enzo Fernandez also …

Photos: Messi magic guides relieved Argentina past Mexico
2 years ago

Photos: Messi magic guides relieved Argentina past Mexico

Al Jazeera  

Strikes by Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernandez earned Argentina a 2-0 win over Mexico in a pulsating atmosphere at Lusail Stadium on Saturday and got the South American team’s World Cup campaign up and running. Stunned 2-1 by Saudi Arabia in their opening Group C match, Argentina knew defeat would send them out of the tournament, but they started poorly, …

World Cup stunner: Saudi Arabia beats Messi’s Argentina 2-1
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup stunner: Saudi Arabia beats Messi’s Argentina 2-1

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — Lionel Messi stood with his hands on his hips near the center circle, looking stone-faced as Saudi Arabia’s jubilant players ran in all directions around him after pulling off one of the biggest World Cup upsets ever against Argentina. It’s a very hard blow because we did not expect to start in this way.” Saudi Arabia’s comeback …

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Messi seeks history with Argentina
2 years, 1 month ago

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Messi seeks history with Argentina

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. He was only 19 when …

Messi: Qatar World Cup special, probably the last one to try and achieve my dream
2 years, 1 month ago

Messi: Qatar World Cup special, probably the last one to try and achieve my dream

The Hindu  

An older and wiser Lionel Messi stressed on enjoying every bit of his last World Cup, ahead of Argentina’s opening group game against Saudi Arabia. Probably the last one to try and achieve my dream.” Accepting there’s always a pressure of expectations when playing for the national side, the Argentina captain added: “Anxiety and nervousness exists for most players in …

The evolution of Argentina, Messi and Scaloni: From pariahs to heroes
2 years, 1 month ago

The evolution of Argentina, Messi and Scaloni: From pariahs to heroes

New York Times  

Located in the Buenos Aires Ecological Reserve in Puerto Madero, Paseo de la Gloria is a tourist attraction that was created in Argentina’s capital ahead of hosting the 2018 Youth Olympic Games. A former Argentina defender who played at the 2006 World Cup, Scaloni coached Argentina’s Under-20 men’s side before joining Sampaoli’s staff. It wasn’t tactical, although Scaloni would gradually …

Can Messi-led Argentina go all the way at World Cup 2022?
2 years, 1 month ago

Can Messi-led Argentina go all the way at World Cup 2022?

Al Jazeera  

After two World Cup and three finals, some hopes this year’s team will lift the prestigious trophy once again. Previous World Cup appearances: 17 Titles: 2 Best finish: Winners Goals: 137 Key player: Lionel Messi Fixtures: Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland Argentina’s nearly 30 of pain and run of tearful losses in important final matches came to an end last year …

Messi, Ronaldo look set for final shot at FIFA World Cup glory
2 years, 1 month ago

Messi, Ronaldo look set for final shot at FIFA World Cup glory

The Hindu  

The World Cup stage is set for perhaps one final shootout between the two greatest football players of their generation — and to many, the two greatest of all time. “I’m lucky to be able to be at this World Cup at 35 years old,” the Argentine told DirectTV in October. “After this World Cup, we will see what could …

Lionel Messi's brace helps Argentina beat Honduras 3-0, extend unbeaten run ahead of World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi's brace helps Argentina beat Honduras 3-0, extend unbeaten run ahead of World Cup

Firstpost  

Messi scored in each half in the meeting at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium as Lionel Scaloni’s men extended their unbeaten run to 34 games ahead of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar later this year. Miami: Lionel Messi’s expertly taken double helped seal a comprehensive 3-0 win for Argentina over Honduras in Miami on Friday to extend their impressive unbeaten …

Emi Martinez: Argentina players did not understand why health officials stormed the pitch in Brazil
3 years, 3 months ago

Emi Martinez: Argentina players did not understand why health officials stormed the pitch in Brazil

Daily Mail  

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez says the shambles of Sao Paulo, a World Cup qualifier abandoned as Brazilian health officials tried to deport him and three Argentina team-mates, has left a bitter taste. Emiliano Martinez admitted he feels bitter after the Sao Paulo shambles which saw the World Cup qualifier between his side Argentina and Brazil called off midway through …

Scaloni plays down Messi injury fears ahead of Brazil-Argentina duel
3 years, 3 months ago

Scaloni plays down Messi injury fears ahead of Brazil-Argentina duel

India TV News  

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has said that that he is likely to make several changes to his starting lineup for the FIFA World Cup qualifier against Brazil, but played down fears about the fitness of captain Lionel Messi. The clash at Sao Paulo's Corinthians Arena later on Sunday comes just three days after Argentina beat Venezuela 3-1 in Caracas and …

Messi fought through the pain barrier to help Argentina to Copa America glory, claims boss Scaloni
3 years, 5 months ago

Messi fought through the pain barrier to help Argentina to Copa America glory, claims boss Scaloni

Daily Mail  

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni said that Lionel Messi played through the pain barrier to help his side lift the Copa America. Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni embraces Lionel Messi after the Copa America final victory 'You can never do without a player like him, even when he is not fully fit like in this game and the previous one.' An international …

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