Messi, Zidane, Beckham: 10 most-watched YouTube goals
4 years, 10 months ago

Messi, Zidane, Beckham: 10 most-watched YouTube goals

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. Wayne Rooney’s bicycle kick against Man City, Zinedine Zidane’s pirouette against Bayer Leverkusen and Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s insane biycle kick against England are just some of the most memorable strikes of the last 20 years. Sergio Aguero, Man City vs QPR – 2.2m views Minute 90+4 and Aguero became immortalised at the Etihad for one of the most dramatic moments in Premier League history to clinch the title. Lionel Messi, Barcelona vs Bayern Munich – 4.8m Poor Jerome Boateng, never to be seen again after Messi dropped him to the turf in a sensational dribble into the box, before a delicate, looping effort deceived the best goalkeeper in the world Manuel Neuer. Lionel Messi, Barcelona vs Getafe – 8.5m The original Messi goal that fully justified the Diego Maradona comparisons due to the similarity with his goal against England.

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Today in Sports - Messi scores 644th goal for Barcelona, breaks Pele’s record most goals with 1 club
2 weeks, 6 days 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 …

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season with Inter Miami
1 month 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 staggering 73-goal feat under threat as Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres closes in on world record
1 month, 2 weeks 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 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 achieves unique record as Argentina inch closer to FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification
1 month, 3 weeks 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 scripts history, breaks Cristiano Ronaldo’s massive record but fails to prevent Inter Miami defeat
1 month, 3 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 …

'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 …

Wayne Rooney gives his verdict on the Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo GOAT debate, revealing his selection to Gary Neville
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Cristiano Ronaldo look away now! Thierry Henry pipped by a team-mate! And where does Lionel Messi rank among the greats? OLIVER HOLT's definitive 100 greatest footballers - so who comes out on top and
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Cristiano Ronaldo look away now! Thierry Henry pipped by a team-mate! And where does Lionel Messi rank among the greats? OLIVER HOLT's definitive 100 greatest footballers - so who comes out on top and

Daily Mail  

So let’s grasp the nettle straight away and start with an apology. Jairzinho Overshadowed by Pele, but anyone who scored in every game of Brazil’s march to World Cup victory in 1970 – Jairzinho is still the only player to achieve this feat – deserves to be on this list. A beautifully composed midfielder, he won three Serie A titles …

'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 …

Lionel Messi New Saudi Tourism Ad Ahead Cristiano Ronaldo Clash Riyadh Season Cup 2024 Viral Video Messi Vs Ronaldo
11 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi New Saudi Tourism Ad Ahead Cristiano Ronaldo Clash Riyadh Season Cup 2024 Viral Video Messi Vs Ronaldo

ABP News  

Football superstar Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers ever to have played the game. However, before Messi will showcase his footballing brilliance on the field in that part of the World, he can be seen kicking a ball in a latest video promoting Saudi Arabian tourism. The video is launched days ahead of the Riyadh …

Top 10 Best Goals Scored In Football in 2023
1 year ago

Top 10 Best Goals Scored In Football in 2023

News 18  

Football is an age-old sport that has witnessed some of the craziest goals scored in its centuries-long history. From Alejandro Garnacho’s jaw-dropping bicycle kicks to Cristiano Ronaldo’s outrageous lob in the Saudi Pro League, here are the best goals scored in this calendar year – Alejandro Garnacho’s Bicycle Kick vs Brighton The world stood still as Manchester United star Alejandro …

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 …

Hurt Lionel Messi hits out at PSG: I did not get any recognition for winning World Cup at the club
1 year, 3 months ago

Hurt Lionel Messi hits out at PSG: I did not get any recognition for winning World Cup at the club

India Today  

Legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi has hit out at his former football club Paris Saint-Germain for failing to acknowledge his FIFA World Cup glory. Messi, in his latest interview with Olga, said that he was the only player in the entire Argentine contingent who was not celebrated for being a World Cup winner. At the time, however, PSG did post …

Watch: Lionel Messi becomes most decorated footballer of all time as Inter Miami beat Nashville in thrilling shoot-out
1 year, 4 months ago

Watch: Lionel Messi becomes most decorated footballer of all time as Inter Miami beat Nashville in thrilling shoot-out

Hindustan Times  

Scoring a stunning goal for Inter Miami in the final of the Leagues Cup, Lionel Messi sealed his first-ever trophy in North American football on Sunday. The former FC Barcelona and Paris Saint Germain superstar slotted home his 10th goal in seven games before converting the first shot in a dramatic penalty shootout as Inter Miami edged past Nashville SC …

Lionel Messi scores his eighth goal of season to boost Inter Miami to Leagues Cup semi-final
1 year, 4 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 …

Lionel Messi surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo to claim most Guinness World Records
1 year, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo to claim most Guinness World Records

India TV News  

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are in the last stages of their careers but the legendary duo has no stopping when it comes to records. In a recently released post by Guinness World Records, Messi surpasses his rival to claim the most titles by any player in football history. Messi achieved his 41st Guinness World Records title during his new …

Lionel Messi is the best player ever, no one can match him: Emiliano Martinez on his visit to Kolkata
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi is the best player ever, no one can match him: Emiliano Martinez on his visit to Kolkata

India Today  

Kolkata has always been a sports-crazy city, whether it's for football or cricket. This time, the football fans of Kolkata had a special treat as they got to witness Emiliano Martinez, the FIFA World Cup 2022-winning goalkeeper and Golden Glove winner, in the City of Joy. Martinez expressed his admiration for Messi, stating, "Messi is the best player ever. Martinez …

Lionel Messi Wins Champions League Goal Of The Season Award- Watch The Argentine's Stunning Strike Against Benfica
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi Wins Champions League Goal Of The Season Award- Watch The Argentine's Stunning Strike Against Benfica

ABP News  

Lionel Messi may have already parted ways with Paris Saint-Germain and ended a glorious phase of his career in Europe but he still isn't done bagging all his awards for his stint the Ligue 1 giants. The FIFA World Cup-winner with Argentina won the UEFA Champions League goal of the season award on Friday. 👏#UCLGOTT | @Heineken pic.twitter.com/I4JDZF9xN1 — UEFA …

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 …

Lionel Messi: The ‘greatest’ leaves PSG on low note
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi: The ‘greatest’ leaves PSG on low note

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi’s uninspiring two-year stint at Paris Saint-Germain is set to come to an acrimonious end with a move to join long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia, just months after his crowning glory at the 2022 World Cup. World Cup mission accomplished The absence of a World Cup winners’ medal had long been Exhibit A in the argument about …

Lionel Messi Scores 100th Argentina Goal in Friendly Against Curacao
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi Scores 100th Argentina Goal in Friendly Against Curacao

News 18  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi on Tuesday scored his 100th international goal for the reigning world champions as they romped to a 7-0 friendly win over outclassed Curacao. Every time he touches the ball, he makes you smile.” Messi came into the game not just as his country’s all-time record goalscorer, but with more goals than the next two top marksmen …

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 statue to stand next to Diego Maradona, Pele at CONMEBOL museum
1 year, 9 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 …

Top international goalscorers in men’s football: Ronaldo on top with 122 goals; Messi third with 103 goals, Sunil Chhetri fifth with 87
1 year, 9 months ago

Top international goalscorers in men’s football: Ronaldo on top with 122 goals; Messi third with 103 goals, Sunil Chhetri fifth with 87

The Hindu  

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal continues to be at the helm of the list of players with the most goals in international football. Ronaldo, the most-capped international, also holds the all-time record for most career goals. Daei held the record for the most goals scored until September 2021, when Ronaldo surpassed him with a goal against Ireland in a World Cup …

Football records: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane make headlines
1 year, 9 months ago

Football records: Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane make headlines

India TV News  

It was a day of records in Football arena on March 23, with Harry Kane, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo making the headlines together. England's Harry Kane became the top goal-scorer of all-time for his country going past Wayne Rooney. Coming back to Messi's record, he is only the second player after Cristiano Ronaldo to score a mammoth 800 goals …

Lionel Messi eyes goal milestone in first Argentina game since World Cup triumph
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi eyes goal milestone in first Argentina game since World Cup triumph

The Hindu  

Having fulfilled a lifetime dream, Lionel Messi will get to celebrate with Argentina’s fans on Thursday as they play their first match after winning the World Cup in Qatar last year. The last time Messi scored more than one goal in a game was in December’s World Cup final against France, where Argentina won on penalties to claim the trophy …

Lionel Messi wins FIFA’s best men’s player award
1 year, 10 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 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
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 …

Nobody disputes Pelé’s greatness but goal count fuels debate
2 years ago

Nobody disputes Pelé’s greatness but goal count fuels debate

Associated Press  

Nobody disputes Pelé’s greatness and his penchant for scoring. But many dispute his count because Pelé included goals scored in friendlies or matches against semi-professional or even amateur teams. Pelé scored a total of 95 goals with Brazil’s national team, but 18 of those goals came against clubs or combined squads in games which usually are not included in official …

Nobody disputes Pelé’s greatness but goal count fuels debate
2 years ago

Nobody disputes Pelé’s greatness but goal count fuels debate

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. But many dispute his count because Pelé included goals …

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 …

Messi\'s World Cup post beats egg to become most-liked on Instagram
2 years ago

Messi\'s World Cup post beats egg to become most-liked on Instagram

Deccan Chronicle  

Lionel Messi set yet another record on Tuesday after his Instagram post celebrating Argentina's World Cup win became the most-liked on the platform, breaking a nearly four-year-old record held by a photo of an egg. Having led Argentina to their first World Cup in 36 years with victory over France on Sunday, Messi proceeded to make more history off the …

Lionel Messi Lifting World Cup Beats 'The Egg' to Become Most Liked Instagram Post Ever
2 years ago

Lionel Messi Lifting World Cup Beats 'The Egg' to Become Most Liked Instagram Post Ever

News 18  

Lionel Messi’s post on Instagram has become the most liked photo on the social media platform, beating an egg. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Egg Gang 🌎 Messi had also surpassed Ronaldo’s post of them two playing chess, whichi is a Louis Vuitton ad for the most likes earlier. View this post on Instagram A post …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Lionel Messi's World Cup winning Instagram post breaks Cristiano Ronaldo's record
2 years ago

Lionel Messi's World Cup winning Instagram post breaks Cristiano Ronaldo's record

India TV News  

FIFA World Cup 2022: Lionel Messi led Argentina on Sunday scripted history when the La Albiceleste crowned the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. Argentina's legendary player Lionel Messi finally lifted his dream title as he starred for his team in the match. Messi shared the pictures of the World Cup winning night on his Instagram handle and titled it, …

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 …

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 …

Messi vs Maradona: A statistical comparison of their careers with Argentina
2 years ago

Messi vs Maradona: A statistical comparison of their careers with Argentina

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and his Argentina team beat France 4-2 on penalties in the FIFA World Cup final as Argentina lifted its third World Cup title. In terms of pure numbers, Messi always enjoyed a significant lead over Maradona, but the absence of a World Cup title left a huge void in Messi’s legacy for his country. Messi has 13 World …

What are Messi’s World Cup records after Argentina vs France final
2 years ago

What are Messi’s World Cup records after Argentina vs France final

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi drew the curtains on his illustrious World Cup career with a maiden title with Argentina’s win over France in the final on Sunday at the Lusail Stadium in Qatar. Messi, whose first World Cup was in 2006, has featured in five World Cups and came close to winning the Cup in 2014, when Argrentina lost to Germany in …

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 …

Messi goal: Watch Argentina captain score penalty against France in World Cup final
2 years ago

Messi goal: Watch Argentina captain score penalty against France in 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 Lionel Messi scored the opening goal of the …

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