Messi, Alvarez star in Argentina’s 3-0 win against Croatia in FIFA World Cup semis; La Albiceleste in Qatar WC final
2 years ago

Messi, Alvarez star in Argentina’s 3-0 win against Croatia in FIFA World Cup semis; La Albiceleste in Qatar WC final

The Hindu  

Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrate after the team's victory during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates the team's 3-0 victory in the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium. Julian Alvarez of Argentina celebrates with team mate Lionel Messi after scoring their sides second goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium. 1 / 0 Rodrigo De Paul and Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrate after the team's victory during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium.

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Lionel Messi To Miss Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Chile & Colombia
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi To Miss Argentina's 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Against Chile & Colombia

News 18  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia through injury, with Paulo Dybala recalled to coach Lionel Scaloni’s squad on Monday. Messi has not played for club side Inter Miami since suffering an ankle injury in Argentina’s 1-0 victory over Colombia in the Copa America final. Squad Goalkeepers: Emiliano Martinez, Juan Musso, Geronimo Rulli, …

Argentina vs Colombia highlights in pictures, Copa America 2024 final: Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez photos, gallery
5 months, 1 week ago

Argentina vs Colombia highlights in pictures, Copa America 2024 final: Lionel Messi, James Rodriguez photos, gallery

The Hindu  

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 14: Angel Di Maria of Argentina celebrates with the trophy after the team's victory in the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 Final match between Argentina and Colombia at Hard Rock Stadium on July 14, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Maddie Meyer/Getty Images/AFP MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JULY 14: Alejandro Garnacho of Argentina and Valentin Carboni of …

Lionel Messi's Record in Finals with Argentina
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's Record in Finals with Argentina

Deccan Chronicle  

Lionel Messi will be leading Argentina to yet another Copa America finals, as they will face Colombia for the trophy at Florida, United States. The Argentina legend led the team to win the Copa America in 2021, where they finally ended their 28-year International trophy drought and also gave Messi his first senior International trophy.Later, he went on to win …

Messi scores twice in return to Argentina lineup in 4-1 win over Guatemala
6 months, 1 week 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 …

Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong
10 months ago

Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong

Daily Mail  

Argentina will head to the United States for its next international meet-up after their tour of China was canceled amid a backlash to Lionel Messi sitting out a recent Inter Miami friendly in Hong Kong. The world champions were initially scheduled to play games against Nigeria and Ivory Coast in China during next month's international break, yet that is no …

Lionel Messi lit up the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Now it is Akram Afif’s turn to shine at Asian Cup
11 months ago

Lionel Messi lit up the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Now it is Akram Afif’s turn to shine at Asian Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Lionel Messi lit up the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Just over a year on from Messi’s triumph, and with Qatar hosting another major tournament, the country has a star of its own at the Asian Cup. “Every player has a wish to play in Europe,” he said after scoring twice as Qatar began the defense of …

Lionel Messi walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi walks out in violent match; Argentina beat Brazil in WC qualifier

Live Mint  

In a fiery 2026 World Cup qualifying clash, Argentina emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over Brazil. The tension between the two South American giants escalated at Rio's iconic Maracana Stadium before the game even began. Brazil in trouble This was Brazil’s third consecutive defeat in World Cup qualifiers, a first in their football history. Argentina's victory further confirmed their …

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 …

Messi seeks 1st goal against Brazil in World Cup qualifying, hosts try to avert crisis in Rio
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi seeks 1st goal against Brazil in World Cup qualifying, hosts try to avert crisis in Rio

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Lionel Messi has few barriers yet to break in soccer. One of them will be in reach Tuesday, when Argentina visits Brazil in a South American World Cup qualifying match. The 36-year-old Messi has scored 31 goals for Argentina in World Cup qualifying encounters, but none of those came against Brazil, home or away. The 2026 …

Argentina vs Uruguay LIVE streaming info, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Head to head, form guide, when and where to watch Messi play?
1 year, 1 month ago

Argentina vs Uruguay LIVE streaming info, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Head to head, form guide, when and where to watch Messi play?

The Hindu  

PREVIEW Argentina faces Uruguay in the FIFA World Cup 2026 CONMEBOL qualifiers at the Estadio Alberto Jose Armando in Buenos Aires on Thursday night. Lionel Messi will be fit for Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil despite his lack of game time, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Wednesday. HEAD-TO-HEAD Argentina wins - 6 Draws - 2 Uruguay wins …

Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez face off in World Cup qualifying. Brazil could field teenager Endrick
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez face off in World Cup qualifying. Brazil could field teenager Endrick

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Lionel Messi and Luiz Suárez, close friends and former teammates at Barcelona, will renew their on-the-field rivalry on Thursday in World Cup qualifying. Messi, who appears to have recovered from a muscle injury in his leg, led Argentina to its third World Cup title last year and has his team in first place in the South American …

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 …

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Messi double gives Argentina 2-0 win over Peru
1 year, 2 months ago

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Messi double gives Argentina 2-0 win over Peru

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi proved he is back to full fitness after scoring both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 win over Peru in their 2026 World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. ARG 2-0 PER - HIGHLIGHTS The 36-year-old put the world champion ahead in the 32nd minute with a superb shot after an assist from Nicolas Gonzalez, and made it 2-0 10 minutes later …

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 …

Messi sits out Argentina’s World Cup qualifying match at Bolivia
1 year, 3 months ago

Messi sits out Argentina’s World Cup qualifying match at Bolivia

Associated Press  

LA PAZ, Bolivia — Lionel Messi will sit out Argentina’s World Cup qualifying match in Bolivia on Tuesday. The Argentinian soccer association has not specified why its team captain is out, though Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said Sunday that Messi had left the match against Ecuador last week complaining of fatigue. The match at the Hernando Siles Stadium will be …

Lionel Messi skips Argentina’s last practice before World Cup qualifier in Bolivia
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi skips Argentina’s last practice before World Cup qualifier in Bolivia

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi skipped Argentina’s last practice session on the eve of a World Cup qualifying match in Bolivia. The 36-year-old Inter Miami striker left Argentina’s match against Ecuador late last week complaining of fatigue, which could impact coach Lionel Scaloni’s selections for Tuesday’s match in challenging conditions at La Paz’ altitude of 3,000 meters. Messi scored from a free kick …

Lionel Messi 'Uncertain' For Argentina For World Cup Qualifier Against Bolivia
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi 'Uncertain' For Argentina For World Cup Qualifier Against Bolivia

News 18  

Lionel Messi will travel with the Argentina squad to Bolivia for its South American World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, but his presence on the field remains uncertain. @gastonedul pic.twitter.com/IjR7NrE8ou— All About Argentina September 10, 2023 The world champions started their qualifying campaign with a 1-0 victory against Ecuador, thanks to Messi’s goal. READ: Lionel Messi’s Winner Gets Argentina Underway In …

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 …

Lionel Messi Has Made Himself Available For Argentina's FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Lionel Scaloni
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi Has Made Himself Available For Argentina's FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Lionel Scaloni

ABP News  

Argentina's manager, Lionel Scaloni, has emphasized that Lionel Messi will be given the opportunity to play as many minutes as possible in the initial two rounds of South America's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. Since making a move to Inter Miami on a free transfer in July, Messi has showcased his scoring prowess, netting 11 goals in as many …

Lionel Messi in LA was a true Hollywood occasion
1 year, 3 months ago

Lionel Messi in LA was a true Hollywood occasion

New York Times  

If the phenomenon of Lionel Messi Mania needed any further confirmation, this weekend proved it again: not even the world stars of Hollywood can dim his shine. They should have had something to cheer about, too, with Denis Bouanga spurning two big chances inside 15 minutes, the second effort drawing an excellent save from goalkeeper Drake Callender, one of Miami’s …

Lionel Messi scores rapid goal as Argentina down Australia in Beijing friendly
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi scores rapid goal as Argentina down Australia in Beijing friendly

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi and German Pezzella scored for Argentina against Australia in a friendly in Beijing. Lionel Messi scored after barely a minute as he guided Argentina to a 2-0 friendly win over Australia in Beijing on Thursday evening. Lionel Messi scored the fastest goal of his career against Australia today ⚡️🔥 pic.twitter.com/hu5FjJee8C — SPORTbible June 15, 2023 Messi and fellow …

Messi in Beijing for friendly before move to Miami
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi in Beijing for friendly before move to Miami

The Hindu  

Argentine superstar Lionel Messi arrived in Beijing on Saturday for a friendly match before leaving a storied European career to join Major League Soccer side Inter Miami as a free agent. His arrival was announced in a post on the organiser International Football Invitation’s official Weibo social media site with a video of players stepping off a plane, ahead of …

WATCH: Messi scores from free-kick as Argentina receives standing ovation at Monumental Stadium
1 year, 8 months ago

WATCH: Messi scores from free-kick as Argentina receives standing ovation at Monumental Stadium

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, appearing in Argentina jersey for the first time since winning the World Cup in Qatar, received a hero’s welcome at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires on Thursday. Playing Panama in a friendly, Argentina did not get the lead until the 78th minute, when Thiago Almada put Argentina 1-0 lead by scoring from the rebound of a Messi …

WATCH: Lionel Messi Moved to Tears as Argentina Fans Serenade Team Ahead of Panama Win
1 year, 9 months ago

WATCH: Lionel Messi Moved to Tears as Argentina Fans Serenade Team Ahead of Panama Win

News 18  

FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi was left teary-eyed with joy as the devoted Argentine populace gathered together at the Monumental to welcome the champions back to their homeland for their first game since the epic win in Qatar that engraved their name in the annals of football history. Lionel Messi in tears 😢What a moment as Argentina welcomes back …

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs
1 year, 9 months ago

Messi mania grips Argentina in 1st match as World Cup champs

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 Messi mania has gripped Buenos …

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 …

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 …

Messi and Argentina to play first home friendlies after World Cup triumph
1 year, 9 months ago

Messi and Argentina to play first home friendlies after World Cup triumph

The Hindu  

Argentina will play its first matches since lifting the World Cup in December with friendlies later this month against Panama and Curacao, the country’s football federation said on Thursday. “Lionel Scaloni’s team will play on March 23 at the Monumental stadium and on March 28 at the Madre de Ciudades in Santiago del Estero,” the Argentine FA said on Twitter. …

Watch: Lionel Messi's amusing goodnight message to his children during FIFA Awards speech leaves everyone in splits
1 year, 9 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 …

Rafael Nadal lavishes praise on Messi, endorses Argentina skipper for Laureus Sportsman of the Year award
1 year, 10 months ago

Rafael Nadal lavishes praise on Messi, endorses Argentina skipper for Laureus Sportsman of the Year award

India TV News  

Rafael Nadal and Lionel Messi might belong to two different sporting disciplines, but there is no doubt about the fact that both of them are equally great and have revolutionized their respective sporting disciplines. On February 20, 2023, Monday, Rafael Nadal and Lionel Messi both were announced as the nominees for the coveted Laureus Sportsman of the Year award for …

Lionel Messi has doubts about playing in 2026 FIFA World Cup
1 year, 10 months ago

Lionel Messi has doubts about playing in 2026 FIFA World Cup

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi may be in doubt as to whether he'll be still playing for Argentina at the 2026 World Cup but he's sure about one thing: he wants Lionel Scaloni to stay on as head coach until then, regardless. The 35-year-old Messi led Argentina to the FIFA World Cup title in Qatar last December and wasn't entirely sure if his …

Lionel Messi, Argentina face disciplinary action after FIFA opens proceedings due to FIFA World Cup trophy celebration
1 year, 11 months 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 …

World Cup winner Lionel Messi returns to PSG with a guard of honour, Watch
1 year, 11 months ago

World Cup winner Lionel Messi returns to PSG with a guard of honour, Watch

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi was given a guard of honour by his teammates at the training ground, before being presented with a small trophy by PSG’s sporting director. Paris: Seventeen days after guiding Argentina to an epic World Cup final victory over France, Lionel Messi reported back to work on Wednesday, his French club Paris Saint-Germain announced. The 35-year-old seven-time Ballon d’Or …

Brazil invites Messi to mark footprints in Maracana’s Hall of Fame
2 years ago

Brazil invites Messi to mark footprints in Maracana’s Hall of Fame

The Hindu  

Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi has been invited to “eternalise” his mark at Brazil’s famous Maracana stadium by leaving his footprints in the iconic stadium’s Hall of Fame, the Rio de Janeiro State Sports Superintendence has said. After Argentina won the World Cup by beating France 4-2 on penalties in a heart-stopping final on Sunday, the public body which …

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 …

Who was the FIFA World Cup referee Lionel Messi was angry with in Qatar?
2 years ago

Who was the FIFA World Cup referee Lionel Messi was angry with in Qatar?

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi has always carried the persona of a composed footballer on and off the field. Netherlands vs Argentina was Lahoz’s fifth game in a World Cup after the two he officiated in the 2018 Russia World Cup | Photo Credit: Getty Images He was assisted by compatriots Pau Cebrian Devis and Roberto Diaz Perez Del Palomar on the pitch, …

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 …

Argentina FIFA World Cup homecoming: Lionel Messi & Co land in Buenos Aires amid festivities
2 years ago

Argentina FIFA World Cup homecoming: Lionel Messi & Co land in Buenos Aires amid festivities

The Hindu  

Thousands of fans lined up in the middle of the night to try to get a glimpse of the Argentina football team that won one of the greatest World Cup finals of all time ahead of what is scheduled to be a day of celebrations in Buenos Aires. Messi was the first player from the plane carrying the World Cup, …

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. …

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party
2 years ago

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party

China Daily  

A fan is seen wearing a Lionel Messi t-shirt with replica of the world cup trophy outside of the Association of Argentinian Football Headquarters ahead of the team arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina, December 19, 2022. BUENOS AIRES - Argentines waited eagerly to welcome home their World Cup heroes on Monday as France's beaten stars arrived back in Paris following …

IN PICTURES | Argentina soccer team celebrate FIFA World Cup 2022 victory with fans in Buenos Aires
2 years ago

IN PICTURES | Argentina soccer team celebrate FIFA World Cup 2022 victory with fans in Buenos Aires

India TV News  

Image Source : GETTY IMAGES 1/7 After their heroic feat at Lusail against France, Argentina welcomed the world champions, their heroes back home on December 20, 2022 Image Source : GETTY IMAGES 2/7 Lionel Messi and his troops clinched Argentina's third World Cup title after a wait of 36 long years. They won their first trophy under the leadership of …

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party
2 years ago

Argentina prepares for World Cup winners' welcome home party

China Daily  

A fan is seen wearing a Lionel Messi t-shirt with replica of the world cup trophy outside of the Association of Argentinian Football Headquarters ahead of the team arrival in Buenos Aires, Argentina, December 19, 2022. BUENOS AIRES - Argentines waited eagerly to welcome home their World Cup heroes on Monday as France's beaten stars arrived back in Paris following …

Huge crowds welcome home the Argentina team after its thrilling World Cup victory
2 years ago

Huge crowds welcome home the Argentina team after its thrilling World Cup victory

LA Times  

Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi holds the World Cup trophy aloft as he and coach Lionel Scaloni deplane outside Buenos Aires on Tuesday. Thousands of fans lined up in the wee hours of Tuesday to try to get a glimpse of the victorious Argentine soccer team that won one of the greatest World Cup finals of all time ahead of …

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 …

Messi wins FIFA World Cup: The ballad of Argentina’s genius No. 10
2 years ago

Messi wins FIFA World Cup: The ballad of Argentina’s genius No. 10

The Hindu  

It is tough to encapsulate the legend of Lionel Messi in mere words. A ballad or an orchestral arrangement would perhaps do more justice after the Argentina talisman finally realised his World Cup dream, helping his side beat France 4-2 on penalties in one of the greatest finals in the tournament’s history. READ |Messi and Argentina’s World Cup wait ends …

'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 …

FIFA World Cup 2022: When Universe Boss Chris Gayle watched football boss Lionel Messi clinching glory
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: When Universe Boss Chris Gayle watched football boss Lionel Messi clinching glory

India Today  

Universe Boss Chris Gayle was at the scene of action of the FIFA World Cup final as the former West Indies watched Lionel Messi realising his World Cup dream live from the Lusail Stadium in Doha on Sunday, December 18. The World Cup final was a star-studded affair at the state-of-the-art Lusail Stadium as cricket greats, including Gayle and Ravi …

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 …

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