Lionel Messi Articles - Page 28

Lionel Messi is now among a few elite players to ever suit up in 1000 career games for club and country, and sure enough, even the Argentine maestro couldn’t believe he would achieve the incredible feat. The 35-year-old talisman recorded his 1000th career game during the World Cup Round of 16 when they played Australia. […]

The World Cup is getting closer and closer to crowing its 2022 champion. Now, some teams have already advanced to the quarterfinals, cementing their names as one of the world’s top eight teams. This means it is time for some Netherlands vs Argentina bold predictions. Oranje is coming off a 3-1 victory against the United […]

Lionel Messi is definitely hyped up after helping Argentina beat Australia in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup. Messi stepped up big time to ensure that Argentina wouldn’t suffer any disappointment like they did in their group stage opener against Saudi Arabia. He was sharp right from the start, and so it […]

Lionel Messi put in a vintage performance on Saturday as he led Argentina to a massive Round of 16 win over Australia, 2-1. Messi had Twitter absolutely buzzing after coming up with what was his best outing in the FIFA World Cup thus far. As expected, Messi was already trending on social media even before […]

Lionel Messi had the chance to give Argentina an early lead over Poland in their final group-stage matchup at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. After receiving a (rather generous) penalty from VAR, Messi failed to convert from the spot in a major “ball don’t lie” moment, as Poland goalie Wojciech Sczcesny recorded a stunning save, […]

The top two seeds in Group C will go head to head in a crucial final match of the group stage! It’s time to continue our World Cup odds series with a Poland-Argentina prediction and pick. Group C has all kinds of chaos at the moment. Saudi Arabia upset Argentina in the first match of […]

Right now, Lionel Messi’s primary focus is centered on helping his native country Argentina progress past the group stage in the 2022 World Cup. But back in the club soccer world, rumors have been swirling about a potential move for Messi to join MLS club Inter Miami on a deal once his contract with Ligue […]

The 2022 World Cup has been full of surprises. Saudi Arabia beat Argentina. Japan beat Germany. After allowing seven goals in their World Cup opener, Costa Rica could make it out of the group stage. But nothing is more shocking than the beef that’s arising between Argentina’s Lionel Messi and boxing legend Canelo Alvarez. Well, […]

David Beckham and Inter Miami are in hot pursuit of PSG and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi, hoping to lure him to the MLS in June of 2023. The club is reportedly strengthening its bid for the 35-year-old by bringing aboard one of his longtime Barcelona teammates, and a former World Cup winner in legendary Spanish […]

While Lionel Messi is carrying Argentina through the 2022 FIFA World Cup, it appears his agent Jorge Mendes could be hard at work lining up a mega-deal for the superstar forward. A bombshell exclusive report from Times Sport indicates that Messi is ‘close’ to joining David Beckham at Inter Miami in a move that would […]

Not only did Lionel Messi and Argentina keep their World Cup hopes alive with their win against Mexico, but they also improved their chances of making it to the next round of the competition. After the Argentines lost to Saudi Arabia 2-1 in their World Cup opener, everybody thought it was the end for them–well, […]

Argentina may have beaten Mexico to keep their World Cup hopes alive, but superstar forward Lionel Messi knows the job is far from over. After losing to Saudi Arabia in the opener, many thought that Argentina is done for in the tournament. The team gave up a very winnable game, so the championship expectations on […]

Who else than Lionel Messi? Stuck in a scoreless draw with Mexico on Saturday in the FIFA World Cup, the Argentina superstar produced the goods to keep his side’s dreams alive, scoring an absolute stunner from the top of the box in signature Messi fashion. Just take a look at this thumping hit: MESSI WHAT […]

Saudi Arabia pulled off arguably the greatest upset in FIFA World Cup history, stunning Argentina 2-1 during their first game of the group stages. Needless to say, Saudi Arabia fans were going wild in the aftermath of the historic victory, and one group of fans took their celebrations to a hilarious extreme. After watching Saudi […]

It’s only been one game but it’s already been major heartbreak for Argentina after their shocking defeat at the hands of Saudi Arabia to start off their 2022 World Cup. An emotional Lionel Messi was vocal in facing reporters after the match. The Argentinian captain spoke out with a stern message, touting his side as […]

One of the largest upsets in recent history rocked the World Cup in just the second day of action as Lionel Messi’s Argentina was stunned by Saudi Arabia. Despite Argentina thoroughly dominating both possession (70 to 30) and total shots (15 to 3), Messi and co. were on the short end of the final result, […]

Both Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have indicated that the tournament in Qatar could very well be their final World Cup appearance. With the superstars both approaching the end of their legendary careers, Ronaldo didn’t hold back when asked about the prospect of one-upping Messi in Qatar. Speaking candidly, Ronaldo admitted it would be a […]

In the 2022 World Cup’s Group C, play kicks off on Tuesday, November 22, at 5:00 am ET, with one of the World Cup favorites, Argentina (+550) taking on one of the lowest-ranked teams (51) in the tournament, according to the FIFA World Rankings, Saudi Arabia. It’s time to continue our soccer odds series with […]

Despite the fact that Lionel Messi has outshined Cristiano Ronaldo in numerous occasions, the Portuguese striker has nothing but love and respect for his Argentine counterpart. Ronaldo revealed as much during his explosive talk with Piers Morgan, during which he also lambasted his current club Manchester United. Aside from his criticisms of the Red Devils, […]

Lionel Messi burst onto the football scene in 2004, when he emerged as one of the best players in the world, and perhaps even the history of the sport after he graduated from the FC Barcelona academy, the highly-touted La Masia. Messi spent 17 years with Barca, breaking records along the way. The 35-year old […]

It’s been over four years since we’ve had the pleasure of watching the greatest footballers on the planet battle it out on the global stage. Now, we’re just over a week away from the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar and the excitement is quickly building. In this piece, we’re looking at 10 players in […]

Even Portland Trail Blazers star Josh Hart finds the Lionel Messi-to-Inter Miami rumors hard to believe. But if it turns out to be true, he says he’ll definitely be a big supporter of the team. Recently, David Ornstein of The Athletic reported that Inter Miami are becoming more and more confident that they are going […]

PSG superstar Lionel Messi is settling in nicely in the French capital after an underwhelming campaign for his standards in 2021-22. While the Ligue 1 giants are hoping to extend the Argentine in the near future amid interest from former side Barcelona, there is also another club hoping to lure away Messi. Inter Miami. Per […]

With the 2022 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, Argentina international, and many football fans’ GOAT, Lionel Messi, made a shocking declaration on his future in the tournament. According to Sebastian Vignolo, Messi has revealed his intentions to retire from international football after the 2022 World Cup, indicating the trip to Qatar would be […]

After a sub-par first season with PSG, Lionel Messi is enjoying life in the French capital in 2022-23. He’s playing much better and just looks more like himself on the pitch. But, with Messi’s two-year deal expiring next summer, there are already rumors swirling about a possible return to Barcelona on a free transfer. Club […]

During his Hall of Fame induction on Saturday, San Antonio Spurs legend Manu Ginobili received one of the biggest praises from his countryman and fellow sports icon Lionel Messi. In an endearing message to his fellow Argentinean, Messi called himself the “Manu of football.” “It makes me very proud to hear a journalist say that […]

PSG stunned Lille on Sunday by scoring the fastest goal in French league history. Kylian Mbappe opened up the scoring just eight seconds after the opening kickoff, bamboozling the Lille defenders en route to an open shot at goal. The French striker bolted straight towards the goal after the kickoff and was gifted a perfect […]

Lionel Messi has been a mainstay in the consideration for the Ballon d’Or every single year for a long time now, but that will not be the case in 2022. For the first time since 2005, the PSG star has been left off the shortlist for the prestigious French Football award, which honors the best […]

Lionel Messi has only spent one season with French giants PSG in the Ligue 1, but everyone is curious as to where the Argentinian star could move after his contract expires at the season’s end. Messi is widely expected to depart from PSG once his contract is up, but considering he is still at the […]

Lionel Messi remains one of the most prolific soccer stars in the world. Messi recently finished his first season with French tycoons PSG after previously spending his entire career in Spain with FC Barcelona. The results weren’t much different, as Messi helped PSG finish first in France’s Ligue 1. Lionel Messi signed a two-year deal […]

Dinesh Karthik (DK) made his Team India return earlier this week when he played his first match in national colours since July 2019 against South Africa in the series opener in Delhi. The veteran wicketkeeper batter was selected for the Indian cricket team on the back of a series of solid performances in the Indian […]

Real Madrid superstar Karim Benzema couldn’t help but smile after hearing Lionel Messi’s endorsement for the Ballon d’Or award. Just recently, Messi shared his belief that there are “no doubts” Benzema deserves to win the Ballon d’Or after his performance for his Spanish club in 2021-22. Not only was he pivotal in their La Liga […]

Just because it was a friendly match, doesn’t mean Lionel Messi is going to take it easy. The entire nation of Estonia found that out the hard way on Sunday, as Argentina dismantled them 5-0 in their international friendly. Messi was on a tear in the win, putting on a show for every fan in […]

Lionel Messi no longer has plans to return to Barcelona where he created his legend, but the Argentine superstar admits he still couldn’t understand what happened that led to his exit from the club. To recall, the 34-year-old talisman joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 after Barcelona said they can no longer afford to keep him. […]

Lionel Messi just finished up his first season with PSG, winning a Ligue 1 title and flashing his brilliance at different moments. While it wasn’t a signature Messi-type season that we got so used to seeing at Barcelona, he was also left battling some long-term issues from COVID-19. The Argentine tested positive for the virus […]

Real Madrid just pulled off the unthinkable and won their 14th Champions League title over the weekend despite being on the brink of elimination on three different occasions throughout the competition. A huge reason for their triumph is Karim Benzema, who enjoyed a campaign for the ages. That’s put him in the Ballon d’Or conversation, […]

Kylian Mbappe appears to be on the verge of signing for Real Madrid after his contract at PSG runs its course. The French superstar has long been linked with a move to Madrid, and is expected to make that a reality in the coming days. Los Blancos are reportedly paying a king’s ransom to Mbappe […]

There’s a lot of action involving French powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain right now. Kylian Mbappe is on the verge of leaving PSG for Real Madrid, and there are also rumors of Lionel Messi planning an exit strategy. A report from Alex Candal of DIRECTV Sports claims Messi will sign with Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami in […]

It has been a turbulent season for PSG this year. After bringing over Sergio Ramos, Georginio Wijnaldum, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Lionel Messi in the same window, PSG rebounded to win Ligue 1 again after dropping it to Lille last season. However, a 17-minute collapse versus Real Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16 means […]