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 of Lionel Scaloni's side. Fernandez's goal against Mexico made him Argentina's second-youngest goalscorer at the World Cup — after Lionel Messi. Bellingham has racked up plenty of big-game experience with Dortmund and he looked completely at ease alongside Declan Rice as England topped Group B. Josko Gvardiol An emerging defensive star in a Croatia side in need of renewal, Gvardiol's last-ditch block on Romelu Lukaku saved the 2018 runners-up from going out to Belgium.

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Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season with Inter Miami
2 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Football holds many parallels for teen prodigy
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Football holds many parallels for teen prodigy

Hindustan Times  

“What were you doing at 13?” Rajasthan Royals’s post on X bore a heart in pink, the team’s colour, and the name of the youngest player in Indian Premier League history: Vaibhav Suryavanshi. There’s no denying Suryavanshi has what it takes: he made his first-class debut aged 12, three years younger than Yuvraj Singh and Sachin Tendulkar, scored a 62-ball …

Messi’s eldest son, Thiago, follows in father’s footsteps as grandparents, mother watch on
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Messi’s eldest son, Thiago, follows in father’s footsteps as grandparents, mother watch on

The Hindu  

Thiago Messi, the eldest son of the Argentina star, has made his debut in the “Newell’s Cup” tournament in the countryside city of Rosario. 10 jersey of an Inter Miami youth team, which lost 1-0 on Monday to host Newell’s Old Boys in the traditional under-13 competition. Thiago’s mother, Antonela Roccuzzo, and several members of his family, including grandparents Jorge …

Messi’s son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Messi’s son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES — Thiago Messi, the eldest son of the Argentina star, has made his debut in the “Newell’s Cup” tournament in the countryside city of Rosario. 10 jersey of an Inter Miami youth team, which lost 1-0 on Monday to host Newell’s Old Boys in the traditional under-13 competition. Thiago’s mother, Antonela Roccuzzo, and several members of his family, …

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

Argentina close on World Cup as Messi helps Martinez level up with Maradona
1 month ago

Argentina close on World Cup as Messi helps Martinez level up with Maradona

Al Jazeera  

A second-half strike from Lautaro Martinez gave Argentina a 1-0 home win over Peru in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday night, with the striker’s goal moving him level with Diego Maradona as the country’s fifth all-time scorer. The 27-year-old Inter Milan forward notched his 32nd international goal 10 minutes after the break, capitalising on a …

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation
1 month, 2 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, …

Argentina triumphs over Chile 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers without Messi, Di María
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Argentina triumphs over Chile 3-0 in World Cup qualifiers without Messi, Di María

New Indian Express  

BUENOS AIRES: Without the injured Lionel Messi and the retired Ángel Di María, Argentina cruised past Chile 3-0 to remain top of the South American 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The top six teams in the South American standings will qualify for the World Cup, which will be played in the United States, Mexico, and Canada in 2026. After winning the …

Copa America 2024: Messi’s 109th goal helps defending champion Argentina reach final after beating Canada
5 months, 2 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
5 months, 2 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 …

Copa America 2024: Lautaro Martinez's Dramatic Last-Gasp Winner Against Chile Sends Lionel Messi's Argentina Into QF — WATCH
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Copa America 2024: Lautaro Martinez's Dramatic Last-Gasp Winner Against Chile Sends Lionel Messi's Argentina Into QF — WATCH

ABP News  

Copa America 2024: Argentina defeated Chile 1-0 in their second group stage match, as the reigning champions of South America became the first team to qualify for the quarter finals of Copa America 2024. pic.twitter.com/KjUKaYRI9T — CONMEBOL Copa América™️ ENG June 26, 2024 Argentina, however, managed to break the deadlock via Lautaro Martinez, as he managed to scuffle in the …

Messi’s Argentina picks 4 teenagers for friendlies in US
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi’s Argentina picks 4 teenagers for friendlies in US

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Argentina will feature four players aged under 20 in two friendlies in the United States in March with the Copa America and Paris Olympics in mind. The other three teenagers in the world champion squad were forwards; Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho, Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte and Monza’s Valentín Carboni. That means Lionel Messi will miss Inter Miami’s …

Lionel Messi Double Gives Argentina 2-0 Win Over Peru
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi Double Gives Argentina 2-0 Win Over Peru

News 18  

Lionel Messi became the all-time top scorer in South American World Cup qualifying on Tuesday after netting both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 win over Peru in Lima. ICC World Cup: Schedule | Results | Points Table | Most Runs | Most Wickets Messi, who was denied a hat-trick in the second half when he had a goal disallowed for offside …

Lionel Messi remains a doubtful starter for Argentina. Neymar under fire in Brazil
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi remains a doubtful starter for Argentina. Neymar under fire in Brazil

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Lionel Messi’s involvement in a 1-0 win over Paraguay last week doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll be fit for Argentina’s next game in World Cup qualifying against Peru. World Cup winner Argentina leads continental qualifying with 9 points, followed by Brazil, Colombia, Uruguay, Chile and Venezuela, Ecuador, Paraguay and Peru, and Bolivia. For us to do that, we …

Lionel Messi Makes Brief Appearance Off The Bench In Argentina's 1-0 World Cup Qualifier Win Over Paraguay
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi Makes Brief Appearance Off The Bench In Argentina's 1-0 World Cup Qualifier Win Over Paraguay

News 18  

Lionel Messi hit a post twice after he came off the bench but struggled to deliver a strong performance following his return from injury. Still, Argentina beat Paraguay 1-0 on Thursday in a South American World Cup qualifying match. #Messi #Argentina pic.twitter.com/RDyrEYe1cS— Inter Miami FC Hub October 13, 2023 A free kick from the same spot where he scored the …

Messi might not play FIFA World Cup qualifier vs Paraguay due to muscle injury: coach Scaloni
1 year, 2 months ago

Messi might not play FIFA World Cup qualifier vs Paraguay due to muscle injury: coach Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is still a doubt for the World Cup qualifier against Paraguay, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Wednesday. Messi was included in the world champion’ squad despite being sidelined by the muscle problem he sustained a month ago which has kept him out of action for his U.S. side Inter Miami. “For him, one more training session …

VIDEO: Messi trains with Argentina ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Paraguay
1 year, 2 months ago

VIDEO: Messi trains with Argentina ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Paraguay

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is back with the Argentina squad as they gear up for the FIFA World Cup qualifiers clash against Paraguay on Friday. Lionel Scaloni decided to name Messi in the squad for Friday’s fixture as well as the CONMEBOL qualifiers against Peru later, despite a muscle injury that has kept the Argentina captain sidelined for over a month. Messi …

‘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 …

Messi scores from a free kick to give Argentina 1-0 win in South American World Cup qualifying
1 year, 3 months ago

Messi scores from a free kick to give Argentina 1-0 win in South American World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Once again, and now as a World Cup champion, Lionel Messi came to Argentina’s rescue when the team most needed him. The 36-year-old captain scored from a free kick in the 78th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 win against Ecuador in the first round of South American World Cup qualifying on Thursday. Argentina coach Lionel …

Argentina 1-0 Ecuador LIVE score, FIFA World Cup qualifiers updates: Messi converts free kick as ARG takes lead; Streaming info
1 year, 3 months ago

Argentina 1-0 Ecuador LIVE score, FIFA World Cup qualifiers updates: Messi converts free kick as ARG takes lead; Streaming info

The Hindu  

Preview Lionel Messi and his Argentina lineup will be back on World Cup duty this week, when their bid to defend the title starts in South American qualifying. The last time a World Cup winner played in South American qualifying was in 2003, when Brazil had to secure its spot in a tournament with 32 teams. The Argentina squad will …

VIDEO: Messi, Argentina train ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Ecuador
1 year, 3 months ago

VIDEO: Messi, Argentina train ahead of FIFA World Cup qualifiers match against Ecuador

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi returns to international duty with Argentina, training with the national team, as South America’s long qualifying road to the 2026 World Cup kicks off against Ecuador. Argentina will face Moisés Caicedo’s Ecuador on Thursday at the Monumental de Nuñez Stadium in its first official match since winning the World cup in December. The last time a World Cup …

WATCH: Serena Williams Left Awestruck by Lionel Messi's Inter Miami Debut Free Kick Winner
1 year, 5 months ago

WATCH: Serena Williams Left Awestruck by Lionel Messi's Inter Miami Debut Free Kick Winner

News 18  

Argentine World Cup winner Lionel Messi grabbed headlines on Saturday as he kicked off life in the USA with a debut goal in Inter Miami colours against Cruz Azul at the DRV PNK Stadium in Florida. Multiple sporting icons were present to watch the Argentine genius in action including tennis legend Serena Williams, basketball superstar LeBron James and, of course, …

FIFA U-20 World Cup: Top five players in the tournament
1 year, 6 months ago

FIFA U-20 World Cup: Top five players in the tournament

The Hindu  

The FIFA Under-20 World Cup has been a great stepping stone for young footballers to develop into the senior levels of the sport. Here are the top five players from this edition of the tournament Pafundi - Italy Italy’s Simone Pafundi, front, and Uruguay’s Fabricio Diaz vie for the ball during the FIFA U-20 World Cup final. | Photo Credit: …

Lionel Messi scores his 100th goal for Argentina
1 year, 8 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, 8 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 …

Argentina must retain competitive edge after World Cup win says Scaloni
1 year, 9 months ago

Argentina must retain competitive edge after World Cup win says Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said his players need to maintain their high competitive level after beating France on penalties to win the country’s third World Cup in Qatar last year. The coach said his main objective at this stage, after winning the Copa America, ‘Finalissima’ and World Cup, is for the players to understand that they must remain competitive. Afterwards, …

Messi included in 35-member Argentina squad for friendlies; Garnacho gets maiden call-up
1 year, 9 months ago

Messi included in 35-member Argentina squad for friendlies; Garnacho gets maiden call-up

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi was named in the 35-member Argentina squad announced on Friday for the two friendlies against Panama and Curacao in March. Manchester United’s breakout star Alejandro Garnacho was also a part of the team which included Angel Di Maria, Paulo Dybala and Julian Alvarez among others. #SelecciónMayor Lista de convocados para los dos amistosos ante Panamá y Curazao 📋🇦🇷 …

FIFA reveal five billion 'engaged' with World Cup
1 year, 11 months ago

FIFA reveal five billion 'engaged' with World Cup

China Daily  

Lusail Stadium, jointly built by Qatari construction companies and Beijing-based China Railway Construction Corp, witnesses the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 final between Argentina and France in Lusail City, Qatar, Dec 18. GENEVA - One month after Argentina won the Qatar World Cup, FIFA announced early figures of the tournament, showing around five billion people have engaged with the World …

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 …

Heroes in the making: Youngsters who shone at the FIFA World Cup
2 years ago

Heroes in the making: Youngsters who shone at the FIFA World Cup

The Hindu  

Enzo Fernandez Enzo Fernandez win FIFA Young Player award at the Qatar World Cup. Croatia’s Josko Gvardiol has undoubtedly been one of the best revelations of the Qatar World Cup. Defending FIFA World Cup champion France faced several injury woes before the tournament began in Qatar, including the Ballon D’Or winner Karim Benzema. Having already completed a headline transfer to …

Julian Alvarez: The Lionel Messi admirer who grew up to win the FIFA World Cup with him
2 years ago

Julian Alvarez: The Lionel Messi admirer who grew up to win the FIFA World Cup with him

The Hindu  

Calchin is a modest village of approximately 3000 people, northeast of the industrial province of Cordoba, Argentina. From the bench to the limelight Like his role in Manchester City, Alvarez started the World Cup knowing that he would predominantly operate from the bench, as an understudy of Lautaro Martinez. The Messi-Alvarez bond One of the biggest positives for Argentina in …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Watch: How Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria stunned France with 2 quick goals in 1st half of FIFA World Cup 2022 final
2 years ago

Watch: How Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria stunned France with 2 quick goals in 1st half of FIFA World Cup 2022 final

Hindustan Times  

Extending his free-scoring run at the Qatar World Cup on Sunday, Argentina captain Lionel Messi scored the all-important opening goal in the summit clash against defending champions France at the Lusail Stadium. Argentina's Angel Di Maria, left top, celebrates after scoring his side's second goal Leading Argentina's attack in the FIFA World Cup 2022 final, talisman Messi gave La Albiceleste …

Lionel Messi becomes the first player to score in EVERY World Cup round
2 years ago

Lionel Messi becomes the first player to score in EVERY World Cup round

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi broke another footballing record as his goal in Sunday's thrilling final win over France saw him complete the feat of scoring in every World Cup stage. Argentina's Lionel Messi became the first player to score in every World Cup round Messi scored from the spot in Sunday's World Cup final against France to put his nation ahead Messi …

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

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

Live Mint  

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

World Cup: For Lionel Messi and Argentina, now is all
2 years ago

World Cup: For Lionel Messi and Argentina, now is all

Al Jazeera  

The script says Messi will be the conductor of football’s great show and lift the trophy at the end of it. Sunday’s culmination of the first World Cup to take place in the Middle East will be Messi’s last outing at the tournament. Lionel Messi keeps etching his name into the World Cup history books 📚 pic.twitter.com/ebB5cU3oZ9 — B/R Football …

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’s Argentina beat France on penalties to win World Cup
2 years ago

Messi’s Argentina beat France on penalties to win World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Argentina have won the 2022 World Cup after a thrilling penalty shoot-out victory against France in an astonishing final. The roller-coaster contest was one of the all-time great finals and cemented Argentina captain Lionel Messi’s already glittering legacy, with the 35-year-old guiding his side to their first World Cup win since 1986 – and third overall. He scored two goals …

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

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

Live Mint  

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

Lionel Messi breaking my record did not hurt because I enjoyed it while I had it: Gabriel Batistuta
2 years ago

Lionel Messi breaking my record did not hurt because I enjoyed it while I had it: Gabriel Batistuta

India Today  

Gabriel Batistuta, one of the greatest strikers of all time, stated that he was "not hurt" by Lionel Messi overtaking him as Argentina's top scorer at the FIFA World Cup. Argentina advanced to the World Cup 2022 final after securing a 3-0 win over Croatia in the last-four match. " did not hurt me at all because I enjoyed it …

Lionel Messi's dream job as a 13-year-old was to be a PE TEACHER
2 years ago

Lionel Messi's dream job as a 13-year-old was to be a PE TEACHER

Daily Mail  

The PSG star admitted his dream job was to be a PE teacher in the old interview An old interview has unearthed a telling insight into the superstar at a young age The 35-year-old forward is currently bidding to win the 2022 World Cup in Qatar Argentina star Lionel Messi's first-ever interview as a 13-year-old has gone viral Argentina star …

'Best Player in The World'- Croatia Coach Zlatko Dalic Hails Lionel Messi after Semifinal Victory
2 years ago

'Best Player in The World'- Croatia Coach Zlatko Dalic Hails Lionel Messi after Semifinal Victory

News 18  

Lionel Messi-led Argentina stunned Croatia in FIFA World Cup semi-final to the extent that even Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic could not help but marvel the performance of Lionel Messi. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot After Argentina sealed the game and …

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