'I Told Messi...': Robert Lewandowski Reveals Conversation With Argentine Maestro After Tense Clash
2 years, 1 month ago

'I Told Messi...': Robert Lewandowski Reveals Conversation With Argentine Maestro After Tense Clash

News 18  

The high-stakes Group C match of the FIFA World Cup 2022 between Argentina and Poland turned out to be a thrilling affair. In the high-pressure clash, Poland’s star forward Robert Lewandowski made two attempts to tackle Messi, with the second drawing the referee’s whistle. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot However, Messi didn’t look pleased and the Argentinian completely ignored Lewandowski. Lewandowski won the 2021 FIFA Best Men’s Player award in January last year after Messi edged him to win a record-breaking seventh Ballon d’Or.

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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…’
1 month, 1 week 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. …

Lewandowski hits Champions League century as Barca beat Brest
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Lewandowski hits Champions League century as Barca beat Brest

Deccan Chronicle  

Robert Lewandowski scored his 100th Champions League goal as Barcelona beat Brest 3-0 to climb provisionally second in the Champions League group standings on Tuesday.The veteran striker slotted home from the spot in the 10th minute to fire the Catalans ahead and reach his milestone, adding a second late on after Dani Olmo's goal to inflict the French side's first …

La Liga 2024-25: Barca manager Flick delighted with Lewandowski’s form
4 months, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Barca manager Flick delighted with Lewandowski’s form

The Hindu  

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick heaped praise on striker Robert Lewandowski after the Poland captain scored a second-half winner to earn a hard-fought 2-1 La Liga victory over Athletic Bilbao on Saturday. “I know Robert really well and I don’t think he has returned to form because that’s how I have always seen him as a player,” Flick told DAZN. Under …

POL vs AUT, EURO 2024: Poland needs Lewandowski in crunch Group D clash with Austria
6 months, 3 weeks ago

POL vs AUT, EURO 2024: Poland needs Lewandowski in crunch Group D clash with Austria

The Hindu  

Poland hopes record scorer Robert Lewandowski will be fit for its Euro 2024 Group D clash with Austria on Friday after slumping to a 2-1 defeat by the Netherlands in its opening game. “He will hopefully play against Austria, he’s a very important player for us,” Probierz told reporters in the wake of the defeat to the Dutch. all the …

EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - Poland: Robert Lewandowski's side booked their ticket to Germany by the skin of their teeth... but could be a dark horse - if they can put a torrid year behind them
7 months, 1 week ago

EURO 2024 TEAM GUIDE - Poland: Robert Lewandowski's side booked their ticket to Germany by the skin of their teeth... but could be a dark horse - if they can put a torrid year behind them

Daily Mail  

Poland's road to Euro 2024 has been a bumpy one. Michal Probierz Following their indifferent 2023, failing to gain automatic qualification for the tournament after placing third in their qualifying group, the national side's hierarchy decided that change was needed, with Poland parting ways with their manager Fernando Santos. Qualifying Group E Team Won Lost Drawn Points Albania 4 3 …

Football in 2023: Ballon d’Or for Messi; Rubiales scandal after FIFA Women’s World Cup, Man City wins treble
1 year ago

Football in 2023: Ballon d’Or for Messi; Rubiales scandal after FIFA Women’s World Cup, Man City wins treble

The Hindu  

The year 2023 saw several major events in football, from Lionel Messi winning the Ballon d’Or for a record eight time while European Super League made headlines after two years. It keeps getting better every time you re-watch it 🤩🇮🇳 Team work at its finest from the #BlueTigers 🐯 back in the #IntercontinentalCup final against 🇱🇧#BestGoals2023 💙 #IndianFootball ⚽ pic.twitter.com/VbXDbdNh3x …

2022 FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023
1 year, 1 month ago

2022 FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023

Hindustan Times  

Arguably one of the greatest in football history, Lionel Messi has been named as Times magazine's Athlete of the Year for 2023. Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after receiving the Golden Ball award as he celebrates after winning the World Cup. Messi played a key role in Argentina's victorious 2022 World Cup campaign, where he led them …

Lionel Messi admits he DID snub Robert Lewandowski at the World Cup and confirms he wanted to humilate the Polish striker following comments he made after the 2021 Ballon D'Or
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi admits he DID snub Robert Lewandowski at the World Cup and confirms he wanted to humilate the Polish striker following comments he made after the 2021 Ballon D'Or

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has admitted he did intentionally snub Robert Lewandowski at the Qatar World Cup. Robert Lewandowski reaches out to Lionel Messi after contact between the two during the last World Cup group stage game The two captains spoke after the game but Messi has revealed that he wanted to humiliate the Polish striker It seems the two have reconciled …

What happened in last five Brazil vs Argentina matches before FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?
1 year, 1 month ago

What happened in last five Brazil vs Argentina matches before FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers?

The Hindu  

Brazil and Argentina, two of the biggest national sides in world football are about to clash horns after two years in the FIFA 2026 CONMEBOL qualifiers on November 22. Here is what happened in the last five matches between Brazil and Argentina: Brazil 0-0 Argentina; November 2021 - FIFA World Cup Qualifier Argentina’s Lionel Messi challenged by Brazil’s Gerson during …

‘We’ll see’: Lionel Messi unsure about 2026 World Cup
1 year, 3 months ago

‘We’ll see’: Lionel Messi unsure about 2026 World Cup

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has said he is unsure about his participation in the next World Cup to be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada in 2026, when he will be 39. “I don’t think about it yet because it is far away.” For now, Messi said he is focused on the 2024 US-hosted Copa America tournament. “There …

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 …

FIFA World Cup 2022 was rigged to help Messi, Argentina win - Van Gaal; Van Dijk disagrees
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 was rigged to help Messi, Argentina win - Van Gaal; Van Dijk disagrees

The Hindu  

Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk expressed his disagreement with the statement made by his former international manager Louis van Gaal about how the 2022 FIFA World Cup was rigged in order to help Lionel Messi win it. When you see how Argentina gets the goals and how we get the goals, and how some Argentina players overstepped the mark and …

‘I knew who to call…’: Lionel Messi transfer saga criticised by Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski
1 year, 6 months ago

‘I knew who to call…’: Lionel Messi transfer saga criticised by Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi's time in Paris came to an unceremonious end as PSG fans jeered him in their final 2022-23 Ligue 1 match. Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski criticised media's reporting of Lionel Messi's transfer saga. It also left Barca striker Robert Lewandowski frustrated due to conflicting reports. Meanwhile, Messi has also been offered a share of the profits generated by new …

Angry fans boo Messi ahead of, and during his final PSG appearance - Watch
1 year, 7 months ago

Angry fans boo Messi ahead of, and during his final PSG appearance - Watch

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi's farewell from Paris Saint-Germain was rather an unforgettable one as the 2022 World Cup winner was shown utmost disrespect by the supporters. It started even before the match against Clermont Foot 63 began, as Messi was welcomed with boos when Parc des Princes announcer read his name while the players walked out for the pre-match warm-ups. Lionel Messi …

Argentina Predicted XI vs Panama in first match since World Cup win
1 year, 9 months ago

Argentina Predicted XI vs Panama in first match since World Cup win

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and his Argentina team will play their first football match after beating France to lift the World Cup in Qatar last December. File Photo: Lisandro Martinez of Argentina poses for a photo with the FIFA World Cup winning trophy during the award ceremony following the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Final match between Argentina and France at Lusail …

Why Cristiano Ronaldo didn't vote at FIFA Awards as Lionel Messi completed historic 2022 to win best men's player award
1 year, 10 months ago

Why Cristiano Ronaldo didn't vote at FIFA Awards as Lionel Messi completed historic 2022 to win best men's player award

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi hogged the limelight in the FIFA Awards ceremony in Paris, winning the Best Men's Player of The Year award to complete a historic 2022. Cristiano Ronaldo didn't cast his vote at the FIFA Awards, with Lionel Messi hogging the limelight. Meanwhile, Messi's arch-rival Cristiano Ronaldo had a poor World Cup, and also saw his Manchester United contract get …

Watch: Lionel Messi's amusing goodnight message to his children during FIFA Awards speech leaves everyone in splits
1 year, 10 months ago

Watch: Lionel Messi's amusing goodnight message to his children during FIFA Awards speech leaves everyone in splits

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi once again cemented his position as one of the greatest of all time, winning the FIFA Player of the Year 2022 award, on Monday in Paris. The PSG star led Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2022 glory in Qatar last year, defeating France in the final. With Argentina cruising to an easy win, Kylian Mbappe came to France's …

Lionel Messi beats Mbappe, wins ’Best FIFA player of 2022’
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi beats Mbappe, wins ’Best FIFA player of 2022’

Live Mint  

Argentina's Lionel Messi bagged the Best FIFA men's player prize for 2022 on Tuesday. Messi beat his World Cup final rival, Kylian Mbappe to the men's gong. Messi scored twice in an epic final in Doha as Argentina beat France on penalties despite Mbappe netting a hat-trick for Les Bleus in a remarkable 3-3 draw. Earlier, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni …

Lionel Messi Wins FIFA The Best Player Award, Alexia Putellas Claims Women's Prize
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi Wins FIFA The Best Player Award, Alexia Putellas Claims Women's Prize

News 18  

Lionel Messi won The Best FIFA men’s player prize for 2022 on Monday on the back of his World Cup triumph with Argentina as his national teammates won the other men’s awards. 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 having been the other contender …

Lionel Messi named FIFA Best Men’s Player for 2022
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi named FIFA Best Men’s Player for 2022

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi won the 2022 FIFA Best Men’s Player award in a ceremony in Paris on Monday. Lionel Scaloni, coach of the World Cup-winning squad was named as the Best Men’s Coach while Emiliano Martinez won the award for Best Men’s Goalkeeper. Spanish midfielder Alexia Putellas won the FIFA Best women’s Player award for a second year in a row. …

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 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 …

Huge FIFA Awards leak as winner of Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe vs Karim Benzema battle revealed before ceremony
1 year, 10 months ago

Huge FIFA Awards leak as winner of Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe vs Karim Benzema battle revealed before ceremony

Hindustan Times  

The Best FIFA Football Awards 2022 is scheduled for February 28, and will be in Paris. PSG stars Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid's Karim Benzema were announced as the finalists for The Best FIFA Men's Player Award, and fans are eagerly waiting to see who claims the prestigious trophy. To end the year on a high, he also …

FIFA Awards: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema nominated for Best Player award
1 year, 11 months ago

FIFA Awards: Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema nominated for Best Player award

India TV News  

FIFA on Friday revealed the names of the Best Player of the Year 2022 as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema made the cut for the three-member shortlist. Karim Benzema completed the top three in the voting by a global panel of national team captains and coaches plus selected journalist in each of FIFA's 211 member countries, as well …

It’s Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe again as FIFA reveals 3 finalists for The Best Men's Player Award
1 year, 11 months ago

It’s Lionel Messi vs Kylian Mbappe again as FIFA reveals 3 finalists for The Best Men's Player Award

Hindustan Times  

Eight weeks after record-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi guided Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar, the international governing body of association football has revealed the three-player shortlist for the prestigious Best Men’s Player award. Paris Saint Germain superstars Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Real Madrid captain Karim Benzema have been announced as the three nominees for the FIFA Best …

Messi regrets controversy vs Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup 2022
1 year, 11 months ago

Messi regrets controversy vs Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup 2022

The Hindu  

World Cup winner Lionel Messi regretted his testy exchanges with the Netherlands coach and players during their controversial quarterfinal in Qatar, he said in an interview aired on Monday. He also said “Messi did not touch the ball” in the semifinal between the teams in the 2014 World Cup; Argentina also won that tie in a penalty shootout. “I don’t …

Lionel Messi regrets verbal duel with Netherlands team, says it shouldn't have happened
1 year, 11 months ago

Lionel Messi regrets verbal duel with Netherlands team, says it shouldn't have happened

India TV News  

Argentina skipper and World Cup winner Lionel Messi is currently at the top of his form and career. The Argentina skipper has given his first interview after winning the World Cup trophy on December 18, 2022, in Qatar. WATCH VIDEO | Fans of Al-Ittihad taunt Al-Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo with Lionel Messi chants Things have been moving quickly for Messi after …

Lionel Messi, Argentina face disciplinary action after FIFA opens proceedings due to FIFA World Cup trophy celebration
2 years ago

Lionel Messi, Argentina face disciplinary action after FIFA opens proceedings due to FIFA World Cup trophy celebration

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi reigned supreme in Qatar last year as Argentina claimed glory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, defeating France in the final. Argentina defeated France to win the FIFA World Cup 2022 trophy. In a tightly contested final, Argentina first took the lead in the 23rd-minute through their captain Messi, who converted a penalty after Angel Di Maria was …

Lionel Messi’s Argentina under scanner for ‘offensive behaviour’ in WC final
2 years ago

Lionel Messi’s Argentina under scanner for ‘offensive behaviour’ in WC final

Live Mint  

Argentina’s world champion football team, led by Lionel Messi, is the subject of disciplinary action by FIFA after players allegedly engaged in offensive behaviour during the FIFA World Cup 2022 final in Qatar. Argentina's goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez gestures after receiving the the golden glove award for the best goalkeeper after the World Cup final soccer match between Argentina and France …

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

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

Live Mint  

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

FIFA World Cup 2022: Team of the tournament
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Team of the tournament

The Hindu  

After almost a month of football extravaganza, the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar ended on Sunday, December 18, as Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties to clinch its third title. Theo Hernandez of France celebrates after scoring the team’s first goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi final match between France and Morocco at Al Bayt Stadium. …

Four reasons why Argentina won
2 years ago

Four reasons why Argentina won

Hindustan Times  

A long wait came to an end on Sunday night when Argentina won the World Cup for a third time, 36 years since their last triumph. Only two players have scored 5+ goals and created 20+ chances in a Fifa World Cup tournament : Diego Maradona in 1986 and Lionel Messi in 2022. Gonzalo Montiel, Cristian Romero, Nahuel Molina, Lisandro …

Amid the exultation, a GOAT debate and where Messi stands
2 years ago

Amid the exultation, a GOAT debate and where Messi stands

Hindustan Times  

The story began when a 13-year-old boy left home for Barcelona. The Lionel Messi saga came full circle on a mad Sunday night in Doha, culminating in a swansong dreams are made of, as Argentina beat France in arguably the greatest final of all time. Forget his great club rival Cristiano Ronaldo, the World Cup cemented Messi’s place as the …

World Cup 2022: How Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe dominated the tournament
2 years ago

World Cup 2022: How Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe dominated the tournament

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 Kylian Mbappe pushed each other …

WORLD CUP 2022 | Lionel Messi brings euphoria to beleaguered Argentines
2 years ago

WORLD CUP 2022 | Lionel Messi brings euphoria to beleaguered Argentines

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 19, 2022 15:33 IST Argentina’s third World Cup title, following a match set to go down as an all-time classic, generated a rare moment of euphoria and happiness for a country battered by near three-digit inflation and facing months of economic and political uncertainty. “Dream come true” The prospect of seeing him lift the World Cup at …

'This guy is football…': Ronaldo reacts to Lionel Messi leading Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2022 glory
2 years ago

'This guy is football…': Ronaldo reacts to Lionel Messi leading Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2022 glory

Hindustan Times  

It was the day which many football fans were eagerly waiting for as Lionel Messi led Argentina to victory against France in the FIFA World Cup 2022 Final, at the Lusail Stadium in Doha. Argentina's Lionel Messi takes pictures of his wife Antonela Roccuzzo as she holds the winners trophy after Argentina won the FIFA World Cup final soccer match …

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni ‘saving a spot’ for Lionel Messi at next World Cup squad
2 years ago

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni ‘saving a spot’ for Lionel Messi at next World Cup squad

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 Scaloni has told Lionel Messi that if …

Qatar 2022 Showpiece Becomes The Most Viewed FIFA World Cup Ever in India
2 years ago

Qatar 2022 Showpiece Becomes The Most Viewed FIFA World Cup Ever in India

News 18  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 is reaching its climax as Argentina face France in the title match at the Lusail Iconic Stadium and the tournament that opened to multiple controversies has become the most watched tournament of its kind in India. On the back of nail-biting contests and riveting upsets, the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 held India’s attention with …

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

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

The Hindu  

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

Candid Moments of Lionel Messi Celebrating World Cup Victory With Wife and Children - News18
2 years ago

Candid Moments of Lionel Messi Celebrating World Cup Victory With Wife and Children - News18

News 18  

After years of heartbreak, rejection and painstaking preparation, Lionel Messi can finally call himself a FIFA World Cup winner at the age of 35. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot We can see Thiago kissing the Golden Ball award that was …

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 …

Argentina Wins FIFA 2022 World Cup: Mohanlal Dubs Final 'Glorious'; Alia Bhatt Sends Lionel Messi Love
2 years ago

Argentina Wins FIFA 2022 World Cup: Mohanlal Dubs Final 'Glorious'; Alia Bhatt Sends Lionel Messi Love

News 18  

What a glorious match it was! Argentina beat France to win the FIFA 2022 World Cup on Sunday night. The team, led by Lionel Messi, beat France 4-2 on penalties after a 3-3 draw Sunday to claim a third World Cup title despite Kylian Mbappé scoring the first hat trick in a final in 56 years. Thrilled to have witnessed …

Lionel Messi and Argentina go from defeat against Saudi Arabia to winning 2022 FIFA World Cup
2 years ago

Lionel Messi and Argentina go from defeat against Saudi Arabia to winning 2022 FIFA World Cup

India Today  

Lionel Messi and Argentina’s journey in the 2022 FIFA World Cup has been one of ebbs and flows. Argentina, who came into the 2022 FIFA World Cup on the back of a Copa America triumph, were one of the favorites to lift the prestigious trophy. Messi scored again in extra-time and just when it seemed like Argentina were going to …

Argentina vs France, FIFA World Cup Final: Watch Lionel Messi's goals against Les Bleus in summit clash at Lusail
2 years ago

Argentina vs France, FIFA World Cup Final: Watch Lionel Messi's goals against Les Bleus in summit clash at Lusail

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi, playing his final World Cup game, converted a penalty in the 23rd minute before scoring again in extra time, putting Argentina ahead on each occasion in the World Cup final against France. Lionel Messi made the final FIFA World Cup game of his career all the more memorable by scoring a brace in a thrilling, high-scoring final against …

World Cup final 2022: The story of the game as Argentina beat France in classic
2 years ago

World Cup final 2022: The story of the game as Argentina beat France in classic

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Argentina have won the 2022 World Cup after …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Emiliano Martinez stands in way of French encore in Qatar
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Emiliano Martinez stands in way of French encore in Qatar

Hindustan Times  

Argentina had multiple heroes at the Lusail Stadium in Doha on Sunday night, none bigger of course than Lionel Messi whose long-held dream of winning the World Cup finally came to fruition in his fifth attempt. When each Argentine player reminisces about their third World Cup title to their grandchildren years down the line, goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez will have every …

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

Lionel Messi Wins FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Ball

News 18  

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

World Cup 2022 best goals: From Richarlison’s acrobatic effort to Mbappe’s magic moment
2 years ago

World Cup 2022 best goals: From Richarlison’s acrobatic effort to Mbappe’s magic moment

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. Salem Al Dawsari – Argentina 1-2 Saudi Arabia, Group C Al Dawsari’s …

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

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

Firstpost  

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

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

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

News 18  

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

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