Lionel Messi Articles - Page 24

Lionel Messi is coming to the MLS. Yes, you heard that correctly. The World Cup winner decided on Wednesday that he will sign with David Beckham’s Inter Miami and plans to join the club this summer. This was rumored for many, many months and now it becomes a reality. But, why exactly did Messi choose […]

After a drawn-out vacation saga with Paris Saint-Germain, it was only a matter of time before Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest football player of the past 20 years, departed France. Many thought that a reunion with FC Barcelona, the club he called home from 2003 to 2021, was a mere inevitability. However, in the past […]

Lionel Messi recently made it clear he would not be returning to PSG next season, leaving fans to wonder where the star Argentinian striker would be playing soccer next season. After being linked to moves all over the world, reports came out on Tuesday night suggesting that Messi would be headed to the MLS to […]

Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has received scathing criticism from former Al-Hilal coach Emiliano Diaz, who dismissed any comparisons between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, reported by goal.com. Despite scoring 14 goals and providing two assists during his first season with Al-Nassr, Ronaldo’s performances fell short of expectations, as his team ended the campaign without winning […]

The Lionel Messi era in PSG is officially over. Right now, the talk of the town is where the GOAT intends to take his talents next season. A return to his boyhood club, Barcelona, has emerged as the most plausible scenario for the 35-year-old, but at this point, it appears that another big player has […]

Lionel Messi will be the subject of a new Apple TV+ documentary series. Apple+ announced today that they have ordered a four-part documentary series with exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Messi. It will follow his journey through his five FIFA World Cup appearances — including the 2022 win in Qatar. In his own words, the series […]

Romelu Lukaku believes Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe will take over from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Lukaku and Inter Milan will have to deal with the threat of Manchester City striker Haaland when they meet in the Champions League final this weekend. Haaland has enjoyed a stellar debut campaign with City as his 52 […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has some jokes for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo about being a goalie. The Greek Freak was scrolling his “For you” Twitter feed when he saw Karim Benzema snag a three-year, $643 million contract to play for Al-Ittihad. And after seeing Cristiano Ronaldo grab a contract of his own with […]

Lionel Messi could be returning to the place he called home for half his life. His father and agent, Jorge Messi, met with FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta early Monday, presumably to discuss a potential reunion now that that the legendary forward is officially moving on from Paris Saint-Germain. And by the sound of it, […]

Thierry Henry gave his thoughts on Lionel Messi’s legacy as a PSG player. Messi’s contract expires in the summer and the Argentina captain is set to leave the Parc des Princes after a two-year spell with the club. Although he didn’t have the best debut season in 2021/22, Messi stepped things up statistics-wise this season […]

Barcelona’s hopes of bringing Lionel Messi back to the club appear to be fading, as club president Joan Laporta expressed pessimism regarding the Argentine’s return, reported by goal.com. Laporta admitted that it will be challenging for Barcelona to re-sign Lionel Messi, casting doubt on the chances of a reunion. Barcelona is currently awaiting La Liga’s […]

PSG superstar Neymar has taken to social media to express his heartfelt farewell to his former teammate Lionel Messi, whose departure from PSG has been officially confirmed, reported by goal.com. Messi, who joined PSG after leaving Barcelona, is set to leave the French club at the end of his contract, amid a reported mega-money offer […]

Lionel Messi’s next club following his departure from PSG is set to be announced in the coming days, reported by mirror. After completing his final game for PSG, the Argentine superstar is considering his options, and it appears that Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal has made a record-breaking offer to secure his services. Messi spent […]

Prior to their final game of the Ligue 1 season on Saturday, PSG confirmed that Lionel Messi is leaving the club this summer after two seasons in the French capital. In the process, Paris posted an awesome tribute video and sent the Argentine legend a heartwarming message: Paris Saint-Germain would like to warmly thank the […]

Lionel Messi‘s future with French superteam PSG has been up in the air for months now, with rumors swirling that the star Argentinian forward would be leaving the club after his second year with the club. And after all the months of rumors and hearsay, it seems like we finally have a concrete answer on […]

Hip-hop artist Kendrick Lamar has paid homage to PSG’s dynamic duo, Lionel Messi and Neymar, in his latest track titled ‘The Hillbillies,’ a collaboration with Baby Keem, reported by goal.com. Lamar and Keem were in attendance at the Parc des Princes in October for a thrilling Ligue 1 encounter between PSG and Troyes. The match […]

The Lionel Messi transfer saga takes another twist as the Argentine superstar features in PSG’s promotional video for their 2023-24 kit, hinting at a potential stay with the French club, reported by goal.com. With Messi’s contract set to expire in a month, his departure from PSG has been widely anticipated. Barcelona has been considered his […]

Barcelona fans may be in for a pleasant surprise as Lionel Messi’s return to the club seems to be a step closer, with negotiations taking place between Barcelona and MLS side Inter Miami, according to goal.com. According to L’Equipe, discussions are underway for a potential buy-and-loan exchange deal involving Messi. The proposed deal would see […]

Lionel Messi, the talismanic Argentine forward, made headlines as he skipped the PSG awards ceremony to attend a Coldplay concert in Barcelona with his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, reported by goal.com. The decision comes shortly after Messi secured his second Ligue 1 winner’s medal with PSG. Instead of attending the UNFP ceremony, which honors outstanding performances […]

Lionel Messi has achieved just about everything there is to achieve in the game and as of Saturday, he’s put his name in the history books once again. The PSG superstar scored the opener against Strasbourg, his 496th goal. That is the most of any player in Europe’s top five leagues and in the process, […]

PSG manager Christophe Galtier has come to the defense of Lionel Messi amid criticisms of the superstar’s performances this season, reported by goal.com. While Messi has contributed 20 goals and 20 assists in all competitions, there have been questions raised about his form, particularly following a controversial unsanctioned trip to Saudi Arabia that led to […]

Barcelona is prepared to welcome Lionel Messi back to the club with open arms and a significant responsibility. The Catalan giants are ready to offer Messi the captain’s armband if he decides to rejoin Barcelona in the summer, reported by goal.com. With Messi’s departure from PSG on the horizon, Barcelona sees an opportunity to bring […]

Barcelona’s Brazilian winger Raphinha could play a pivotal role in facilitating Lionel Messi’s return to the club, reported by goal.com. As the newly-crowned Spanish champions seek to improve their squad, raising funds through Raphinha’s potential transfer could be the key. Raphinha’s initial presentation as a Barcelona player was marked by uncertainty. However, over the past […]

Lionel Messi’s future hangs in the balance as he contemplates his next move after parting ways with PSG, and one of his international teammates is making a tempting offer to lure him to England, reported by mirror. Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez has expressed his willingness to cut his salary to facilitate a sensational transfer […]

Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has shared candid insights into the possibility of Lionel Messi returning to the Catalan club. While expressing admiration for Messi’s exceptional footballing abilities and emphasizing their personal friendship, Xavi acknowledged the uncertainties surrounding a potential reunion, reported by Fabrizio Romano. Speaking about Lionel Messi’s potential return, Xavi acknowledged the complexity of […]

Barcelona‘s star forward, Robert Lewandowski, has left no room for doubt regarding his desire to see Lionel Messi return to the Catalan club, reported by mirror. Following their successful LaLiga campaign, which saw Barcelona reclaim the title, Lewandowski has voiced his opinion to the club’s hierarchy, making it clear that he wants to play alongside […]

Barcelona vice president Rafa Yuste has once again shown optimism about seeing football icon Lionel Messi back at Camp Nou. He feels the club couldn’t bid him a proper farewell when he left in 2021. Now, he wants a proper farewell for the World Cup winner and believes the story should have a beautiful ending. […]

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has revealed his true feelings towards club president Joan Laporta and former teammate Lionel Messi, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. Addressing the ongoing speculation surrounding Messi’s potential return to Barcelona, de Jong expressed his admiration for the Argentine superstar while also expressing his positive relationship with Laporta. Speaking about his […]

Barcelona‘s veteran left-back Jordi Alba has expressed his willingness to make sacrifices in order to continue his stay at the Catalan club, reported by Fabrizio Romano. However, concrete negotiations regarding a potential salary reduction have yet to take place, as discussions on this matter were not addressed during the recent meeting held on Tuesday. Barcelona […]

Barcelona defender Gerard Pique made headlines after choosing to ignore the club’s title celebrations, despite his involvement in their recent success and his crucial role in Lionel Messi‘s departure from the club, as reported by mirror. Pique, who had confirmed his retirement from football in November, did not attend the league title celebrations held by […]

In a heartfelt statement, Barcelona president Joan Laporta has expressed his unwavering determination to bring club legend Lionel Messi back to the Catalan club, as reported by Fabrizo Romano. Laporta’s comments come after Messi’s departure from Barcelona in August 2021, when the Argentine superstar joined Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) after spending his entire professional career at […]

PSG star Lionel Messi faced a disappointing reception from fans during his return to the pitch after serving a two-week suspension, as reported by goal.com. Despite a stellar performance by the team, including Kylian Mbappe’s two-goal display, the atmosphere was marred by the boos directed at Messi. The Argentine forward had been handed the suspension […]

Xavi Hernández, the newly appointed Barcelona manager, has reportedly set his sights on two key players for the club’s upcoming summer transfer window: Lionel Messi and Martin Zubimendi. The legendary former midfielder, who took over the managerial reins at Camp Nou, is determined to reinforce the squad with these two talented individuals. While the pursuit […]

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is hopeful Lionel Messi “does the impossible” and returns to Barcelona in the summer. The PSG forward is all but guaranteed to depart France when his contract expires at the end of the season with a return to Barcelona already being discussed. Messi, of course, departed the Catalans in 2021 […]

Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has taken to Instagram to share a heartfelt message dedicated to his longtime teammate and friend, Sergio Busquets, following the announcement of his departure from the club. Messi posted a series of photos showcasing their time together on the pitch, with the caption expressing his admiration and gratitude for Busquets.   […]

Thierry Henry, the renowned former footballer and coach, has heaped praise on Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, hailing him as having the best footballing brain he’s ever witnessed, reported by Mirror. The Belgian international showcased his exceptional skills on Tuesday night, as he scored a remarkable goal to help secure a 1-1 draw against […]

 Jorge Messi, father, and representative of PSG star Lionel Messi, has released a strong statement regarding his son’s future amid recent rumors linking him to a potential move back to Barcelona or a switch to Saudi Arabia. The statement, aimed at dispelling the swirling speculation, highlights that no agreements have been made with any club […]

Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi was seen at training on Monday, leading to some speculation regarding his suspension. Now, we have a clearer picture of PSG’s decision regarding their superstar. PSG has officially lifted Messi’s suspension early, as reported by ESPN’s Julien Laurens. Initially, Messi received a two-week suspension after an unauthorized trip to Saudi […]

PSG forward Lionel Messi has rejoined the team’s training sessions ahead of their remaining games as he nears the end of his second campaign with the French giants. While moves to Barcelona or Saudi Arabia remain options for the Argentine, he is strictly focused on winning the Ligue 1 title for the time being, per […]