Lionel Messi scripts history, breaks Cristiano Ronaldo’s massive record but fails to prevent Inter Miami defeat
4 months, 2 weeks 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 has eight FIFA World's Best Player awards, to Ronaldo's five and six European Golden Shoes to the Al Nassr star's four. Messi's head-to-head record against Ronaldo is 15 wins, nine draws and 10 defeats in competitive club matches, one win and one defeat in international friendlies, and one win in a club friendly.

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Lionel Messi scores in MLS return as Inter Miami edge Philadelphia Union
2 days, 8 hours ago

Lionel Messi scores in MLS return as Inter Miami edge Philadelphia Union

Al Jazeera  

The Argentine star made an immediate mark upon his return to his club side, scoring the game-winning goal. Lionel Messi scored his second goal of the season less than two minutes after he entered the game as a second-half substitute, and Inter Miami held on for a 2-1 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Union. The 37-year-old star had missed Argentina’s …

Lionel Messi blames tough times at PSG as major push for Inter Miami move
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1 month ago

Lionel Messi blames tough times at PSG as major push for Inter Miami move

India Today  

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi has admitted that his difficult spell at Paris Saint-Germain played a major role in his decision to move to Major League Soccer with Inter Miami. Messi’s move to PSG in 2021 generated massive excitement in the football world, following Barcelona’s inability to renew his contract due to financial constraints. Speaking to Apple Music, the Argentine …

Lionel Messi scripts MLS history in Inter Miami's season opener; runs riot with last-minute assist to avoid defeat
1 month, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi scripts MLS history in Inter Miami's season opener; runs riot with last-minute assist to avoid defeat

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi again played an instrumental role for Inter Miami, helping them escape a defeat in their MLS opener on Sunday. The Argentine superstar brought his top game to the table and provided a couple of assists against New York City FC as Miami started their season with a 2-2 draw at Chase Stadium. Inter Miami's Argentine forward #10 Lionel …

Lionel Messi clinches MLS record, makes two assists as Inter Miami are held by New York
1 month, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi clinches MLS record, makes two assists as Inter Miami are held by New York

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi started the 2025 MLS season by making two assists and clinching another league record as Inter Miami were held to a 2-2 draw by New York City at the Chase Stadium. An almost last-minute assist from Lionel Messi helped Inter Miami secure a comeback draw against New York City in their opening match of the 2025 MLS season …

How does Lewandowski compare with Lionel Messi at Barcelona with his current form?
1 month, 1 week ago

How does Lewandowski compare with Lionel Messi at Barcelona with his current form?

The Hindu  

Barcelona looks to have found an answer to its attacking woes in Poland captain Robert Lewandowski, who has shown no signs of stopping this season so far. I think we played very well, although I think we can do better.” Only three players have emulated his record -- of 20 goals in the first 23 games of La Liga -- …

Casemiro makes his choice clear in Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate: ‘I needed help from Kroos, Modrid, Ramos…’
1 month, 1 week ago

Casemiro makes his choice clear in Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo debate: ‘I needed help from Kroos, Modrid, Ramos…’

Hindustan Times  

Manchester United star Casemiro made honest admissions on how difficult it was for him to tackle Lionel Messi, whom he called one of the best players in the history of football. The seasoned midfielder engaged in plenty of on-field battles with Messi during his time at Real Madrid when the Argentine star used to be the leading man of the …

Cristiano Ronaldo: I am the the best player in football history
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo: I am the the best player in football history

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo projected himself as the most complete footballer in history, emphasizing his “unmatched” range of scoring ability. | Photo Credit: Getty Images “I’m the best player in football history. I haven’t seen anyone better than me in football history, and I’m saying truth from my heart,” Ronaldo said in an interview with Spanish television channel La Sexta. FIFA Ballon …

Cristiano Ronaldo’s pursuit of 1,000 goals unlikely to slow down as he turns 40
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo’s pursuit of 1,000 goals unlikely to slow down as he turns 40

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. So amid this murky statistical world, Ronaldo stands top of the list …

Cristiano Ronaldo says he's the most 'complete player' to have existed: 'Who's the player in history who scored...'
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo says he's the most 'complete player' to have existed: 'Who's the player in history who scored...'

Firstpost  

Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals for Al-Nassr in their AFC Champions League game against Al-Wasi to take his overall goals tally to 923 in his football career. Portugal international Cristiano Ronaldo believes that he is the “most complete player” to have existed in world football. Ronaldo is the highest men’s goal-scorer in the history of football, having scored his 923rd …

Cristiano Ronaldo 'first and only footballer in history' to achieve this mindboggling, historic landmark
2 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo 'first and only footballer in history' to achieve this mindboggling, historic landmark

Hindustan Times  

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo is arguably the greatest player the sport of football has ever seen. However, in a mind-boggling feat, Ronaldo has achieved a historic milestone, and Lionel Messi is definitely trailing big time in this list. In a mind-boggling feat, Cristiano Ronaldo has achieved a historic milestone, and Lionel Messi is definitely trailing big time in this list. …

Watch: Lionel Messi Scores His First Goal Of 2025 In Inter Miami's Dramatic Win Vs Club America
2 months, 1 week ago

Watch: Lionel Messi Scores His First Goal Of 2025 In Inter Miami's Dramatic Win Vs Club America

ABP News  

Lionel Messi First Goal Of 2025: Lionel Messi manages to score a goal for 21st consecutive year, as the Inter Miami captain thumped in a header inside the 6-yard-box off Luis Suarez's cross to equalise against Club America in a club friendly. 😏 Suarez to Messi for the first @InterMiamiCF preseason goal of 2025. pic.twitter.com/NZZi0qTtiE — Major League Soccer January …

‘Lionel Messi was doing pull-ups naked, guys were around him’: Bizarre revelation made by Inter Miami goalkeeper
2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Lionel Messi was doing pull-ups naked, guys were around him’: Bizarre revelation made by Inter Miami goalkeeper

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi is currently enjoying the farewell phase of his career at the MLS, with David Beckham co-owned side Inter Miami. Speaking to DSportRadio, Argentine goalkeeper Oscar Ustari, who signed for Miami in September 2024, opened up about training with Messi and revealed that the Barcelona legend is still ‘unbearably competitive.’ “Messi is unbearably competitive, he is incredible at everything. …

Today in Sports - Messi scores 644th goal for Barcelona, breaks Pele’s record most goals with 1 club
3 months, 1 week ago

Today in Sports - Messi scores 644th goal for Barcelona, breaks Pele’s record most goals with 1 club

Associated Press  

Dec. 22 1894 — The United States Golf Association is founded, becoming the governing body for the game in the country. 1974 — Boston’s Phil Esposito scores two goals, including his 500th goal, to lead the Bruins to a 5-4 win over the Detroit Red Wings at Boston Garden. 1996 — Brett Hull becomes the 24th player in NHL history …

Lionel Messi wins Most Valuable Player award after starring in Inter Miami's record-breaking season
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi wins Most Valuable Player award after starring in Inter Miami's record-breaking season

Firstpost  

Messi scored 20 goals and 16 assists in 19 games in what was his first full MLS season since joining Inter Miami in July last year, helping ‘The Herons’ win their first ever Supporters Shield with a record 74 points at the end of the regular season. Lionel Messi was named the 2024 Landon Donovan MLS Most Valuable Player in …

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season with Inter Miami
3 months, 3 weeks 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 wins MLS MVP award, the latest trophy on a long list of honors for the Inter Miami star
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi wins MLS MVP award, the latest trophy on a long list of honors for the Inter Miami star

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — It was a rare instance of Lionel Messi stepping on a soccer field and having no idea what was happening. “Unless you’re living in the world of global football, it’s hard to imagine the overall appeal and the massive popularity and stardom that Leo Messi has,” said MLS Commissioner Don Garber, who was also at Inter …

Lionel Messi's staggering 73-goal feat under threat as Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres closes in on world record
4 months ago

Lionel Messi's staggering 73-goal feat under threat as Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres closes in on world record

Hindustan Times  

Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres may not have found the back of the net in the UEFA Champions League match against Arsenal on Tuesday at the José Alvalade Stadium, but the striker still remains in hunt to shatter Lionel Messi's long-standing record of most goals scored in a single season. Sporting Lisbon's Swedish forward #09 Viktor Gyokeres celebrates scoring his team's …

Lionel Messi praises 'spectacular' Barcelona with Hansi Flick's side as legend reveals his pride at seeing La Masia products impress
4 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi praises 'spectacular' Barcelona with Hansi Flick's side as legend reveals his pride at seeing La Masia products impress

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has praised Barcelona, describing Hansi Flick's team as 'spectacular'. Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has praised Hansi Flick's team, calling them 'spectacular' Flick was delighted with Messi's praise of his team, describing it as an 'honour' Messi told TV3: 'I'm hugely proud to see how the first team is representing the club right now. Barcelona have played some excellent …

Lionel Messi equals world record with match-winning assist against Peru; Cristiano Ronaldo way behind in the race
4 months, 1 week 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 achieves unique record as Argentina inch closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification
4 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi achieves unique record as Argentina inch closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi equalled the United States great Landon Donovan's record for most assists in international football as Argentina defeated Peru 1-0 to inch closer to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification on Wednesday. At a full house at La Bombonera, Lautaro Martinez scored from a Messi assist to consolidate Argentina's top position in South American qualifying with 25 points from …

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation
4 months, 3 weeks 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, …

Messi Extends Inter Miami's Points Record with Hat-Tricks in Thrilling Win
5 months, 1 week ago

Messi Extends Inter Miami's Points Record with Hat-Tricks in Thrilling Win

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi shines as Inter Miami breaks the MLS regular season points record with a hat-trick in their 6-2 win against New England Revolution. The Argentine star scored a hat-trick, contributing to Miami's impressive 74 points after their final game. He also reached 20 goals in 19 appearances, showcasing his remarkable scoring prowess.

Lionel Messi levels Ronaldo’s hat-trick record, says ‘can be my last games’
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi levels Ronaldo’s hat-trick record, says ‘can be my last games’

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi equaled Portugal icon and contemporary Cristiano Ronaldo's record of most hat-tricks for a national team – to lead Argentina over Bolivia 6-0 in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Messi scored three goals and added two assists in a runaway win over Bolivia in South American World Cup qualifying on Tuesday. During the game, Messi struck in 19th, …

Lionel Messi is nominated for MLS' MVP award, but should he be? Our writers debate whether the Inter Miami star deserves to win
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi is nominated for MLS' MVP award, but should he be? Our writers debate whether the Inter Miami star deserves to win

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi making it onto the shortlist for this year's MLS MVP award has sparked major controversy. Messi has played less than 1,500 minutes due to injury problems and international duty Miami has rarely been impacted without the 37-year-old, winning 10 out of 15 in his absence This is to illustrate the point that even without their best player, Inter …

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

Gareth Bale weighs in on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT debate and doesn't hesitate when giving his answer in viral video
6 months, 1 week ago

Gareth Bale weighs in on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT debate and doesn't hesitate when giving his answer in viral video

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale has given his answer in the debate on whether Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo is the greatest player of all time. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are frequently named as the best two players in history Ronaldo is favoured by some in the GOAT debate while Messi has also come out on top Gareth Bale, who retired from …

Lionel Messi makes stunning return to Inter Miami after long injury lay-off
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi makes stunning return to Inter Miami after long injury lay-off

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 made the perfect return to Inter …

Watch: Lionel Messi scores twice, assists another in triumphant injury return for Inter Miami
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Watch: Lionel Messi scores twice, assists another in triumphant injury return for Inter Miami

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi made his first Inter Miami appearance since June to score two goals and provide an assist in win versus Philadelphia Union. Image: Imagn Images/Reuters Lionel Messi made a mark on his return from injury on Saturday, scoring two goals in the matter of four minutes and adding an assist in Inter Miami’s 3-1 Major League Soccer victory over …

Lionel Messi scores twice in just four minutes for Inter Miami to delight fans on his first MLS appearance in over THREE MONTHS
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi scores twice in just four minutes for Inter Miami to delight fans on his first MLS appearance in over THREE MONTHS

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi made a statement in his return game with Inter Miami, scoring two goals in four minutes for his MLS side. Lionel Messi scored two goals in four minutes in his first game for Inter Miami in three months LIKE HE NEVER LEFT. pic.twitter.com/sC08aAVGWI — Major League Soccer September 15, 2024 Less than four minutes later, Alba and Messi …

Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 goals: Six teams, countless records and some iconic strikes along the way - after becoming the first player to reach the landmark, how exactly has he achieved it?
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Breaking down Cristiano Ronaldo's 900 goals: Six teams, countless records and some iconic strikes along the way - after becoming the first player to reach the landmark, how exactly has he achieved it?

Daily Mail  

He has scored goals for the likes of Manchester United and Real Madrid in career Ronaldo became the first to reach 900 career goals after scoring for Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player in football history to reach 900 career goals on Thursday night when he bagged for Portugal against Croatia. Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player in history …

Cristiano Ronaldo scores 900th career goal: The numbers behind Portugal striker’s milestone
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo scores 900th career goal: The numbers behind Portugal striker’s milestone

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. open image in gallery This goal in 2008 was the first of …

Fans claim Cristiano Ronaldo is the 'best to ever do it' after the Portugal star became first player in football history to score 900 GOALS with strike against Croatia
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Fans claim Cristiano Ronaldo is the 'best to ever do it' after the Portugal star became first player in football history to score 900 GOALS with strike against Croatia

Daily Mail  

Fans have hailed Cristiano Ronaldo on social media after he scored the 900th goal of his career in Portugal's 2-1 win over Croatia. What seemed like a typical Ronaldo goal, the icon lurking in at the back post to tap home a smart cross from the left, turned out to be a momentous moment, with the 39-year-old passing the incredible …

Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi is left off list of contenders for soccer’s biggest individual prize
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi is left off list of contenders for soccer’s biggest individual prize

New Indian Express  

Lionel Messi may be considered by many as the greatest soccer player of all time, but the Argentina star was omitted from the list of nominations to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award — the sport’s most prized individual honor. Also excluded was Messi’s great rival, five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi, who left European soccer behind when moving from Paris …

Cristiano Ronaldo beams with delight as UEFA present him with a special award to honour his Champions League all-time scoring record
7 months ago

Cristiano Ronaldo beams with delight as UEFA present him with a special award to honour his Champions League all-time scoring record

Daily Mail  

Cristiano Ronaldo was delighted as he received an award for being the all-time highest scorer in the Champions League. Although Ronaldo is no longer playing in the Champions League as he is at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, he has fond memories of the competition. Cristiano Ronaldo received an award for being the highest scorer in Champions League history Ronaldo, who …

'He has the numbers of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo': Guardiola makes massive comparison for Premier League star
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez to miss MLS All-Star Game
8 months, 1 week ago

Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez to miss MLS All-Star Game

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Inter Miami star Lionel Messi won’t play in the MLS All-Star Game while nursing an ankle injury. His teammate, Luis Suárez, also won’t play in the game Wednesday in Columbus, Ohio, with what the team described as “knee discomfort.” Both were listed among the unavailable players by the league on Monday. The team said both players’ status for …

Uncanny similarity: Messi’s injury and Argentina’s Copa America win evoke memories of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Euro victory
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Uncanny similarity: Messi’s injury and Argentina’s Copa America win evoke memories of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Euro victory

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi had to leave the Copa America final between Argentina and Colombia early in the second half due to an ankle injury. The South American team lifted the Copa America 2024 trophy after Lautaro Martínez scored the sole goal of the match at the 112th minute in Extra Time. Lionel Messi secured his 45th senior trophy with Argentina, surpassing …

Lionel Messi says he will keep on playing for Argentina beyond Copa America final
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi says he will keep on playing for Argentina beyond Copa America final

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Lionel Messi plans to keep playing for Argentina beyond Sunday’s Copa America final. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner spoke outside the locker room at MetLife Stadium, where he announced his retirement after missing a penalty kick in the shootout loss to Chile in the 2016 Copa America final. I have to say thank you to all …

Copa America 2024: Messi’s 109th goal helps defending champion Argentina reach final after beating Canada
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Messi’s 109th goal helps defending champion Argentina reach final after beating Canada

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi scored his 109th international goal and first of the tournament, helping defending champion Argentina beat Canada 2-0 on Tuesday night and into the Copa America final. Julian Alvarez put the Albiceleste ahead in the 22nd minute and Messi redirected Enzo Fernandez’s shot off the face of goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau in the 51st. Trying to string together championships in …

Lionel Messi guides Argentina to second-consecutive Copa América final; moves closer to Cristiano Ronaldo
8 months, 3 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 …

The ‘Mes-si!’ chants started more than an hour before Copa America opener, and he sets up both goals
9 months, 1 week ago

The ‘Mes-si!’ chants started more than an hour before Copa America opener, and he sets up both goals

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The chants of “Mes-si! Mes-si!” started more than an hour before kickoff and kept up throughout Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Canada on Thursday night in the Copa America opener. Lionel Messi set up both goals on a night he played in his record 35th Copa America match. “I feel like we’ve had a good match plan and we’ve …

Messi’s 13 Copa America goals analysed (including that USMNT free kick)
9 months, 1 week ago

Messi’s 13 Copa America goals analysed (including that USMNT free kick)

New York Times  

Lionel Messi is five goals away from another record. One of Leo Messi’s more under-the-radar goals is this unreal chip vs. Mexico at the 2007 Copa América 🍿 pic.twitter.com/N4RduaFk1M — B/R Football February 10, 2023 Deciding to shoot from an acute angle, catching the goalkeeper off guard with a looping effort near the corner of the 18-yard box, makes this …

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America
9 months, 1 week 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 …

Messi scores twice in return to Argentina lineup in 4-1 win over Guatemala
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi scores twice in return to Argentina lineup in 4-1 win over Guatemala

Associated Press  

— Lionel Messi scored twice and assisted on another goal in his first international start since November and Argentina outclassed Guatemala 4-1 on Friday night to complete its 2024 Copa America preparations. “Angel Di Maria came in and he played more on the inside because the way the game was shaping up it gave us the opportunity to try new …

Wayne Rooney gives his verdict on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT debate, revealing his selection to Gary Neville
10 months 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, Suarez and Busquets to miss Inter Miami’s MLS game against Whitecaps
10 months, 1 week ago

Messi, Suarez and Busquets to miss Inter Miami’s MLS game against Whitecaps

Associated Press  

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Lionel Messi will not play in Inter Miami’s match in Vancouver against the Whitecaps on Saturday, a move coach Gerardo Martino said was based on the team’s crowded upcoming schedule. But we always have to keep in mind the players’ health first.” Messi has missed other MLS games, in in Orlando, New York and Washington. But …

Lionel Messi is putting together the greatest individual season in MLS history – this is how
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi is putting together the greatest individual season in MLS history – this is how

New York Times  

If there were any doubts that Lionel Messi came to MLS to play, they vanished in the first game of this season when he made a fully grown man disappear. Only five MLS players — including Toronto FC’s Federico Bernardeschi, Orlando City’s Luis Muriel and Messi’s old Barcelona team-mate Riqui Puig with LA Galaxy — are currently averaging more than …

Lionel Messi sets double MLS record in Inter Miami's thrashing of NY Red Bulls
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi sets double MLS record in Inter Miami's thrashing of NY Red Bulls

India Today  

Lionel Messi had an MLS-record six goal contributions, Luis Suarez scored three times and Matias Rojas recorded a brace as Inter Miami thumped the New York Red Bulls 6-2 on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Messi, who was named MLS Player of the Month for the month of April, scored once and added five assists as Miami extended its unbeaten …

Lionel Messi gets five assists vs. Red Bulls, breaking MLS single-game record
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Lionel Messi gets five assists vs. Red Bulls, breaking MLS single-game record

New York Times  

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi set multiple MLS single-game records on Saturday night, registering five assists and a goal to lead Miami to a 6-2 win over the New York Red Bulls. Messi’s five assists, all of which came in the second half, set a new single-game record for assists and for most assists in a half. Messi now has …

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