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Argentina comfortably beat Bolivia 3-0 on Tuesday, maintaining their unbeaten start in the South American World Cup qualifiers. During this emphatic win, the World Cup holders were without their icon, Lionel Messi. The Inter Miami ace has been busy since moving to the United States. Messi wasn’t involved in the Tuesday game due to fatigue. […]

Lionel Messi has already completed football. His stints with FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Argentina have given him countless accolades that span from UEFA Champions League trophies to winning the World Cup. It comes as no one’s surprise that he is just enjoying life at the twilight of his career with Inter Miami and the […]

In a recent interview, Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou responded to Lionel Messi‘s claim that his compatriot Cristian Romero is currently the best defender in the world, reported by GOAL. Postecoglou admitted that he “wouldn’t argue with Lionel Messi” when it comes to Romero’s exceptional talent and contribution to both club and country. Romero, […]

Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Barcelona‘s star goalkeeper, still clings to the hope that Lionel Messi might one day return to the club, reported by GOAL. Despite Messi’s recent move to Inter Miami from Paris Saint-Germain in June, many in Barcelona remain in contact with the Argentine sensation. Messi has enjoyed a spectacular spell with Inter Miami, […]

Antoine Griezmann has once again expressed his desire to make a move to Major League Soccer (MLS) and join Lionel Messi as he looks ahead to the next phase of his illustrious career, reported by GOAL. Subscribe now to MLS Season Pass and watch every match including the playoffs on Apple TV. The French international has […]

Is there anything that Lionel Messi cannot do? At the age of 36, he is still winning football matches for his club and country. The Inter Miami ace has revived David Beckham’s franchise, winning the Leagues Cup championships. He has yet to lose a game since landing in the MLS. However, the thing most astonishing […]

The recently crowned US Open runners-up Daniil Medvedev has shared his stance on the historic rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The two football icons have changed the game in the past decade, creating records and winning football matches for almost 20 years. Although Medvedev would like to have that kind of rivalry in […]

Lionel Messi‘s arrival in the United States with Inter Miami has been nothing short of sensational, both on and off the pitch. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner’s move to the MLS outfit this summer has sparked tremendous excitement among fans, leading to a mad scramble for tickets whenever he steps onto the field. But it’s […]

Lionel Messi has officially said he won’t be playing the World Cup 2026 for Argentina. The football icon fulfilled his dream by winning the tournament last year in Qatar. Hence, he can perfectly preserve himself by staying from the World Cup qualifiers. However, his commitment to Argentina truly shows what his country means to him. […]

In a concerning development for both Argentina and Inter Miami fans, Lionel Messi‘s fitness came into question during a recent World Cup qualifier, reported by GOAL. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, who is already set to miss an MLS match due to international duties, may now face an uncertain period on the sidelines. Messi showcased […]

Paris Saint Germain (PSG) chief Nasser Al-Khelaifi has aimed a dig at Argentine icon Lionel Messi in his latest press conference. The World Cup winner left the Ligue 1 champions alongside Neymar this summer window. Messi joined Inter Miami, whereas Neymar joined Saudi Pro League’s Al Hilal. PSG were set to lose Kylian Mbappe as […]

After their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador, Argentina  and Lionel Messi took a moment to reflect on their performance and the challenges that lie ahead in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, reported by GOAL. Captain Lionel Messi, whose 78th-minute free-kick proved decisive in securing the win, acknowledged the stiff competition that Argentina faces. “It was […]

Inter Miami icon Lionel Messi is one of the highest-paid athletes in sports history. And when you are so rich, you can expect your surroundings to be wealthy, too. Being Messi’s security guard is not the worst job in the world, mind you. Ever since Messi came to Inter Miami, the entire football world has […]

Lionel Messi is 36 years old and not the same player as he was in his young years at Barcelona. However, the Argentina captain still produces clutch moments for club and country. Messi recently got into the FIFA Ballon d’Or nominees after his historic win at the FIFA World Cup, where he will battle Erling […]

Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami back in July and he has completely changed the perception of the squad. Inter Miami was struggling before Messi’s arrival, and they now look like one of the best team in the MLS and have been on a tear since he showed up. Since Messi joined Inter Miami, the team […]

Scott Arfield, the Charlotte FC midfielder, recently shared a lighthearted yet memorable moment from his encounter with Lionel Messi during a match against Inter Miami, reported by GOAL. Arfield couldn’t help but marvel at Messi’s brilliance, even if it meant getting a bit too close for comfort. Since Lionel Messi’s sensational move from PSG to […]

Javier Tebas, the president of La Liga, has opened up about his feelings regarding Lionel Messi‘s departure from Barcelona, describing it as a “sad ending” for both Messi and the Catalan club, reported by GOAL. Messi, who had spent an illustrious 17 seasons at the Camp Nou, left Barcelona in 2021 after the two parties […]

Cristiano Ronaldo recently spoke candidly about his relationship with Lionel Messi, insisting that there’s no need to “hate” the Argentine superstar and emphasizing the importance of mutual respect, reported by GOAL. While addressing reporters, Ronaldo acknowledged the historical impact of both players on football and expressed his belief that the era of their intense rivalry […]

There is no doubt that the Argentine icon Lionel Messi can retire tomorrow and will be ranked as the greatest football to have ever played the game. The left-footed forward has arguably had the most decorated football career ever, winning 44 trophies across two decades with Barcelona, Paris Saint Germain (PSG), Argentina, and Inter Miami. […]

With the Saudi transfer window closing on Thursday and barring any late big-money deals — especially involving a certain Mohamed Salah — we should expect no further dealings until the January window. Having said that, a lot of money has been spent this summer with transfer records being broken and multiple central midfielders being bought […]

Cristiano Ronaldo sees his rivalry with Lionel Messi as being officially over. The pair have dominated world football for well over a decade, sharing the spotlight at the summit and winning a combined total of 79 trophies along the way. However, with Ronaldo now at Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League land Messi in […]

The nominees for the 2023 Ballon d’Or award have officially been unveiled. France Football made the announcement Wednesday with Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland leading a 30-man list for the prestigious annual award. Messi is notably nominated a year after he failed to make the shortlist and is a big favorite to win the award. […]

Former PSG sporting director, Leonardo, has criticized the club for not adequately supporting Lionel Messi and Neymar during their time with the team, reported by GOAL. Leonardo, who worked closely with Messi and Neymar from 2019 to 2022, believes that PSG failed to provide the superstar duo with the support and recognition they needed to […]

Nobody would have imagined the turnaround Inter Miami are having at the moment. David Beckham’s franchise were sitting at the bottom of the table before Lionel Messi turned up in their shirt. Fast forward one month, Inter Miami are the Leagues Cup champions and have reached the US Open Cup final. Now, the Argentine legend […]

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, a seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, has been creating unforgettable moments on the football pitch for nearly two decades, reported by goal.com. Now, he’s making cherished memories for Giorgio Chiellini‘s daughters. Messi, who is poised to add an eighth Golden Ball to his collection in 2023, recently faced off against veteran Italian […]

Inter Miami, energized by the arrival of Lionel Messi, has been on an impressive run in the MLS lately. With seven points from a possible nine and an 11-game unbeaten streak since Messi joined, the dream of reaching the MLS playoffs is alive, according to goal.com. But what does it take for this dream to […]

Former Netherlands manager Louis Van Gaal has made some damaging allegations on the FIFA World Cup 2022. The Qatar-based World Cup last year produced one of the most iconic world events in recent history, producing quality matches in the knockout stages. However, Van Gaal has made a stunning allegation on Argentina’s historic win. According to […]

Cristiano Ronaldo recently underwent a lie detector test where he answered a range of intriguing questions, reported by goal.com. Here’s a breakdown of some of the key moments from the test: Ronaldo, who boasts five Champions League titles, was asked whether he’d exchange one of those prestigious European titles for a FIFA World Cup win […]

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has sometimes defied the laws of physics on a football pitch. His incredible trickery and burst of energy has caught everyone off-guard, even the supporters. We don’t think even you wouldn’t have had a moment when you see the Argentine legend do some incredible footwork, which makes you put your […]

Football stars often get into it when pitched against one another. The longest pair of stars that the world has compared has got to be Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Both of them had never escaped the other since their early days in the Premier League and in La Liga. But, both of them have […]

Luis Enrique, the new manager of PSG, has responded to Neymar‘s recent comments about the difficulties he and Lionel Messi faced during their time at the club. Enrique dismissed the claims of a “hellish” experience, reported by goal.com. Both Neymar and Messi, two football superstars, left PSG in 2023. Neymar made a high-profile move to […]

Inter Miami‘s impressive 11-game unbeaten run, largely attributed to the presence of Lionel Messi, faces a crucial test as the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner prepares to depart for international duty with the Argentina national team, reported by goal.com. Messi has been named in Argentina’s squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Bolivia, […]

Veteran LAFC star Giorgio Chiellini has expressed his astonishment at the performance of Lionel Messi‘s Inter Miami, dubbing them the “best by far” in the MLS Cup race, reported by goal.com. Following their latest victory over defending champions LAFC, Inter Miami’s quest for a playoff spot remains alive, although there’s still an eight-point gap to […]

Lionel Messi, the Argentine football legend, has set his sights on a remarkable treble with Inter Miami in 2023, expressing his desire to clinch the coveted MLS Cup after keeping the dream alive, reported by goal.com. Messi’s arrival in the United States has already yielded historic success for his new club, as they secured the […]

Oscar-winning actor and Hollywood icon Leonardo DiCaprio was among the star-studded crowd at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. He witnessed Lionel Messi‘s mesmerizing performance for Inter Miami against Los Angeles FC, reported by goal.com. Messi, widely regarded as the greatest soccer player in the world, once again showcased his brilliance, providing two crucial assists […]

Lionel Messi has been on fire in the USA. Since the Argentinian king of football made his way to the MLS, a lot of fans have been storming Inter Miami games. Their matchup against LAFC saw one of the largest turnouts ever. This meant that a lot of fans wanted to see one of the […]

Selena Gomez was all of us after Inter Miami star Lionel Messi failed to score what appeared to be an easy goal against LAFC on Sunday. During the 37th minute of the contest, Messi found himself in a one-on-one situation with LAFC goalkeeper John McCarthy. He had a decent view of the back of the […]

LAFC star Carlos Vela believes there cannot be comparisons between Lionel Messi and Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s time in the MLS. Messi’s impact for Inter Miami has been surprising yet expected at the same time as he’s netted 11 times in his first 10 games, helping the MLS side win the Leagues Cup for the first time […]

Lionel Messi seems to be enjoying his life in the United States after his move to Inter Miami. The Argentine World Cup winner has grabbed a lot of headlines with the way he has made David Beckham’s franchise Leagues Cup champions and reached the US Open Cup finals. However, he has enjoyed equally off the […]