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 champion,” the 35-year-old told Argentinian television following an epic penalty shoot-out victory over France in the World Cup final in Qatar on Sunday. France’s 23-year-old superstar Kylian Mbappe completed his hat-trick to take the game to a shoot-out, in which he and Messi also scored. Messi, now indisputably one of the greatest players the game has ever seen, had said the tournament in Qatar would be his last World Cup.

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Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season with Inter Miami
2 weeks, 3 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 …

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 set to play in India in 2025 as Kerala ready to host Argentina's football team for friendly
1 month ago

Lionel Messi set to play in India in 2025 as Kerala ready to host Argentina's football team for friendly

Hindustan Times  

Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman on Wednesday revealed that the Argentina football team, including legendary player Lionel Messi, will visit the state next year for an international match. Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi gestures during the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualifiers football match between Argentina and Peru Addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, the minister stated that the …

Messi’s Argentina could reach the verge of World Cup spot by beating visitor Peru
1 month ago

Messi’s Argentina could reach the verge of World Cup spot by beating visitor Peru

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Lionel Messi’s Argentina will be on the verge of confirming a 2026 World Cup spot if it beats Peru in Buenos Aires in South American qualifying on Tuesday. Dorival Júnior, in charge of Brazil since January and still struggling to convince fans he’s the right choice, could move to second place with a win. Marcelo Bielsa, …

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, …

Raphael Varane announces retirement from football at age of 31
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Raphael Varane announces retirement from football at age of 31

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 Raphael Varane, a former World Cup winner with …

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 …

Luis Suarez retires from Uruguay national team
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Luis Suarez retires from Uruguay national team

The Hindu  

Celebrated football striker Luis Suarez is ending his historic run with the Uruguay national team. The nation's all-time leading scorer with 69 goals, Suarez announced that he will retire from international duties following the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier on Friday against Paraguay in Montevideo, Uruguay. "Friday, it's hard to even say it, will be my last game with my …

Tearful Suárez retires from Uruguay's national team at age 37
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Tearful Suárez retires from Uruguay's national team at age 37

China Daily  

Uruguay soccer star Luis Suarez addresses the media, in Montevideo, Uruguay September 2, 2024. MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — Veteran striker Luis Suárez announced his retirement from Uruguay's national team on Monday at the age of 37. The former Liverpool and Barcelona forward, Uruguay's all-time leading scorer with 69 goals in 142 matches, will play his last international game on Friday against …

Tearful Suárez retires from Uruguay's national team at age 37
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Tearful Suárez retires from Uruguay's national team at age 37

China Daily  

Uruguay soccer star Luis Suarez addresses the media, in Montevideo, Uruguay September 2, 2024. MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — Veteran striker Luis Suárez announced his retirement from Uruguay's national team on Monday at the age of 37. The former Liverpool and Barcelona forward, Uruguay's all-time leading scorer with 69 goals in 142 matches, will play his last international game on Friday against …

Lionel Messi to play in 2026 FIFA World Cup? Argentina teammate Alexis Mac Allister makes bombshell revelation
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi to play in 2026 FIFA World Cup? Argentina teammate Alexis Mac Allister makes bombshell revelation

Hindustan Times  

Since his ligament injury in Argentina's victorious Copa America 2024 final vs Colombia in July, Lionel Messi has been out of action and has been on the sidelines. Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup after winning 2022 FIFA World Cup, Qatar. Speaking to the media, Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister revealed how the absence of their talismanic captain was making …

Lionel Messi to return to action for Inter Miami this weekend? Head coach Tata Martino reveals key details
4 months ago

Lionel Messi to return to action for Inter Miami this weekend? Head coach Tata Martino reveals key details

Hindustan Times  

Age seems to be catching up to Lionel Messi and the Argentina captain recently turned 37-years-old in June. Messi has been out of action since Argentina's victorious Copa America 2024 final against Colombia in July, where he left in pain during the second-half and had to leave the field, with both teams level at 0-0. Lionel Messi #10 of Inter …

Messi loses fitness battle at Copa America, puts goal of playing 6th World Cup on hold
5 months, 1 week ago

Messi loses fitness battle at Copa America, puts goal of playing 6th World Cup on hold

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi cried uncontrollably after he exited from a Copa America final before fulltime for the first time in his career. Lionel Messi of Argentina puts on his medal after a victory in the CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 Final against Colombia Beyond the severe pain in his right ankle on Sunday night in Miami Gardens, the tears on the face …

Germany forward Thomas Müller retires from international soccer after Euro 2024
5 months, 1 week ago

Germany forward Thomas Müller retires from international soccer after Euro 2024

Associated Press  

MUNICH, Germany — Germany forward Thomas Müller announced his retirement from international soccer on Monday after a 14-year career that included the 2014 World Cup title. The 34-year-old Bayern Munich striker played 131 times for his country, scoring 45 goals. Take the enthusiasm and joy of this year’s Euros with you.” Müller’s final appearance for Germany was as a substitute …

Images of Lionel Messi's ‘destroyed’ ankle go viral after freak Copa America final injury
5 months, 1 week ago

Images of Lionel Messi's ‘destroyed’ ankle go viral after freak Copa America final injury

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi went from crying tears of pain to tears of joy within minutes as Argentina won the 2024 Copa America by beating Colombia 1-0 in extra-time. Striker Lautaro Martinez scored the decisive goal in the second-half of extra-time and thus helped Argentina lift their second consecutive Copa America and their third consecutive major title, having also won the 2022 …

Lionel Messi exits Copa America final with apparent leg injury, ankle swollen
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi exits Copa America final with apparent leg injury, ankle swollen

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Lionel Messi’s night ended early during the Copa America final when he emotionally exited the field in the 64th minute with an apparent leg injury on Sunday night, and cameras showed him later on the bench with a badly swollen right ankle. The 37-year-old appeared to suffer a noncontact injury while running on the pitch as …

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game
5 months, 1 week ago

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game

New Indian Express  

Sense of unity Where he truly excelled this time was in playing the role of the side's elder statesman and leader. He invited Nicolas Otamendi and Angel Di Maria, a bonafide Argentine great who played his final match on Sunday, to accompany him. Just before Argentina faced Brazil in Brazil in the 2021 final, Messi delivered a speech that has …

Lionel Messi swansong likely if Argentina win the Copa America
5 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi swansong likely if Argentina win the Copa America

Hindustan Times  

The last three years have been truly golden for Lionel Messi. Not long ago, before the Copa America in 2021, he had not won a single major international trophy. In the space of three years, Messi has won the Copa America as well as the World Cup, and in both the tournaments he contributed massively for Argentina. In the space …

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 …

How 2 finals - one featuring the king, the other the heir - may change football
5 months, 1 week ago

How 2 finals - one featuring the king, the other the heir - may change football

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi isn’t stopping. The final of the Copa America and the European championship will be thousands of miles apart but it will be united in Messi and Yamal tracing their roots to FC Barcelona. But between his last Copa and this, Messi also took home a World Cup – and went from being vilified to venerated like Diego Maradona …

Messi is enjoying his 'last battles' with Argentina
5 months, 1 week ago

Messi is enjoying his 'last battles' with Argentina

China Daily  

From left: Argentina's Angel Di Maria, Enzo Fernandez, Lionel Messi and Nicolas Otamendi celebrate after defeating Canada in their Copa America semifinal in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Tuesday. AP EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey — Lionel Messi said he was enjoying his "last battles" with Argentina after the 37-year-old found the net in a 2-0 win over Canada on Tuesday …

Lionel Messi says he will keep on playing for Argentina beyond Copa America final
5 months, 2 weeks ago

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

Associated Press  

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

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi’s 109th goal leads defending champion Argentina over Canada 2-0 and into Copa America final

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Lionel Messi and Argentina moved within one win of joining Spain as the only nations to win three straight major titles. “It’s insane what this team has done, what the Argentina national team is doing,” Messi said Tuesday night after his 109th international goal sealed a 2-0 victory over Canada that earned a berth in this …

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 …

Messi fit for Copa America semifinal against Canada, says Scaloni
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi fit for Copa America semifinal against Canada, says Scaloni

The Hindu  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi will be fit to play in Tuesday’s Copa America semifinal against Canada in New Jersey, coach Lionel Scaloni said, despite the forward’s hamstring injury concerns. He is essential for us.” READ | Copa America: Uruguay’s style shone through in quarterfinal win over Brazil, says coach Bielsa Argentina and Canada will meet for the second time in …

No Messi in Argentina squad for Paris Olympics 2024
5 months, 3 weeks ago

No Messi in Argentina squad for Paris Olympics 2024

Deccan Chronicle  

Buenos Aires: Lionel Messi won't be in Argentina’s squad at the Olympics starting later this month in Paris. Coach Javier Mascherano included four World Cup winners in the squad he announced Tuesday, including striker Julián Álvarez and defender Nicolás Otamendi. Mascherano, who won the Olympic gold medal as a player in 2004 and '08, will add goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli, Otamendi …

Paris Olympics 2024: No Messi in Argentina’s Olympic football squad; Alvarez, Otamendi selected
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: No Messi in Argentina’s Olympic football squad; Alvarez, Otamendi selected

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi won’t be in Argentina’s squad at the Olympics starting later this month in Paris. Coach Javier Mascherano included four World Cup winners in the squad he announced on Tuesday, including striker Julian Alvarez and defender Nicolas Otamendi. Mascherano, who won the Olympic gold medal as a player in 2004 and ‘08, will add goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, Otamendi and …

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America
6 months ago

Lionel Messi could be playing in his final tournament with Argentina at Copa America

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — It’s sad but true, Copa America could mark Lionel Messi’s final chapter with Argentina’s national soccer team. And I enjoy the little details that I know that when I don’t play anymore, I’m going to miss.” Ángel di Maria, a 36-year-old winger who has played alongside Messi for years with the national team, is sure to …

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America
6 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi and defending champion Argentina still hungry for titles ahead of Copa America

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi won the World Cup in 2022, won the Copa America in 2021, and wants to show he has the hunger to win some more. “About results, the winner isn’t always the one who does the best things.. No one can lower their guard.” Argentina won its 15th Copa America title three years ago, amid …

Messi: Retirement not on my mind
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi: Retirement not on my mind

China Daily  

WASHINGTON -- Lionel Messi has not yet thought about retirement and says age will not be a determining factor in his decision to end his playing career. "I know that the moment I feel that I am no longer performing, that I am no longer enjoying it or helping my teammates," Messi said in an interview with the Big Time …

Lionel Messi on retirement: Age won’t determine when I retire, says FIFA World Cup winner
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi on retirement: Age won’t determine when I retire, says FIFA World Cup winner

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi will not consider his age as a deciding factor in his retirement plans, the Argentine forward said, adding that he has no clear idea of what he will do when that time comes. “I know that the moment I feel that I am no longer performing, that I am no longer enjoying it or helping my teammates,” Messi …

Messi's promised Barca contract, on a napkin, up for auction
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi's promised Barca contract, on a napkin, up for auction

The Hindu  

To the untrained eye, it might look like just another used napkin. Last December, a set of six shirts worn by the number 10 during Argentina's victorious Qatar World Cup campaign in 2022 sold for $7.8 million at auction at Sotheby's, exceeding estimates. The story of the napkin has already been told many times in profiles of "Leo" Messi, one …

Kylian Mbappe Has Lionel Messi's Jersey From 2018 World Cup Encounter Framed
11 months ago

Kylian Mbappe Has Lionel Messi's Jersey From 2018 World Cup Encounter Framed

News 18  

The 2018 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match between Argentina and France was nothing less than a rollercoaster for those who remember it. In a recent video that is going viral, Fayza Lamari, mother of Kylian Mbappe, reveals that Lionel Messi’s jersey from that match has been framed at their house. “Joue-la comme Mbappé!“⏯ jeudi 18 janvier dans #EnvoyéSpécial, …

Lionel Messi's hunger overshadows his greatness. FIFA award hints at more magic to come
11 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's hunger overshadows his greatness. FIFA award hints at more magic to come

Hindustan Times  

The date is etched in the football annals. While the 38-year-old Ronaldo has been kind of languishing – having his high standards in mind - in the Saudi Pro League playing for Al Nassr, Messi continues to make massive strides in the world of football. So Argentina’s 2022 World Cup win under Messi tilted the debate back to a great …

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

Lionel Messi named Time Magazine’s 2023 athlete of the year

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 has been named TIME magazine’s 2023 …

Lionel Messi Named Time's 'Athlete of the Year'
1 year ago

Lionel Messi Named Time's 'Athlete of the Year'

News 18  

Lionel Messi has been named Time magazine’s “Athlete of the Year” for 2023 after a trailblazing season marked by an eighth Ballon d’Or award and his ground-breaking move to Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami. “Lionel Messi this year managed to do what once seemed impossible, when he signed with Inter Miami: turning the US into a soccer country,” Time commented. …

Lionel Messi Focused on Copa America Title Defence, Not Long-term Argentina Future
1 year ago

Lionel Messi Focused on Copa America Title Defence, Not Long-term Argentina Future

News 18  

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is not thinking about his international future beyond next year’s Copa America, where he will try to lead the country to a second successive continental title at the tournament in the United States. The 36-year-old said earlier this year that the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where he led Argentina to their third title, would likely …

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 …

Messi World Cup jerseys could fetch more than $10 million at Sotheby’s auction
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi World Cup jerseys could fetch more than $10 million at Sotheby’s auction

LA Times  

Argentina’s Lionel Messi scores the opening goal of the 2022 World Cup final against France on a penalty kick in Lusail, Qatar. Sotheby’s is to auction off six jerseys worn by Messi during the World Cup. Sotheby’s is set to auction off six jerseys worn by Lionel Messi during Argentina’s winning run at last year’s soccer World Cup in Qatar …

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 …

Messi's outstanding gesture for Maradona after winning record-extending 8th Ballon d'Or
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi's outstanding gesture for Maradona after winning record-extending 8th Ballon d'Or

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi said Monday he was not thinking about his long-term future as he sought to enjoy winning the eighth Ballon d'Or of his storied career. Inter Miami CF's Argentine forward Lionel Messi gestures on stage as he receives his 8th Ballon d'Or award during the 2023 Ballon d'Or France Football award ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris …

What records and awards does Argentina’s Lionel Messi hold?
1 year, 1 month 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 …

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 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 …

Messi a doubtful starter for Argentina; Vinicius back with Brazil for World Cup qualifying
1 year, 2 months ago

Messi a doubtful starter for Argentina; Vinicius back with Brazil for World Cup qualifying

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is again a doubtful starter for Argentina in the next World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay. Other matches Thursday include celebrations for Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay after FIFA’s decision to award the three countries the opening matches of the 2030 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Argentina’s Nicolas Gonzalez celebrates after his teammate …

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