Lionel Messi’s name is already on everyone’s lips, but the biggest question—Is the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner playing?—remains shrouded in deliberate mystery, even as the world champions conclude a year of relentless preparation.

As France swept aside Ukraine and sealed qualification for the 2026 World Cup, the story was not only about the victory, nor the history made, but about the bold challenge the 26-year-old issued to himself.

As news spread that he had withdrawn from the national-team camp and returned to Madrid, the question pivoted sharply: problems for France, Mbappe injured—what exactly is going on?

FC Barcelona president Joan Laporta made a sudden revelation on the plans of tributing Lionel Messi with a statue outside the Camp Nou.

Jose Fajardo helped Panama secure a 3-2 win over Guatemala, putting an end to La Azul y Blanco's 2026 World Cup dream.

Portugal could lose Cristiano Ronaldo for their FIFA World Cup 2026 debut after his red card against Ireland.

Cristiano Ronaldo received his first red card with Portugal national team, a moment that raised comparisons with Lionel Messi's record with Argentina.

The USMNT captain has once again found himself at the center of a debate involving three of the biggest names in American soccer history — Clint Dempsey, Tim Howard, and Landon Donovan.

Portugal faced an early setback by conceding two surprising goals from Ireland. Despite controlling the possession of the ball, they faced a solid defense. To worsen the situation, Cristiano Ronaldo received a red card after a surprising gesture 2026 World Cup qualifier game, prompting Irish fans to mock him.

Kylian Mbappe is giving France the ticket to the 2026 World Cup after scoring a panenka penalty against Ukraine.

The Argentine, who had given two decades of his life to the Catalan giant, always hinted that his story at Camp Nou was unfinished. And for a brief, electrifying moment in 2023, that fairytale seemed within reach again — until it wasn’t.

Speculative reports linked him not just to Tottenham and AC Milan, but even to Barcelona. However, while Milan has reportedly seriously monitored the situation, Son is already preparing to extinguish the noise.

While fans in Italy are celebrating his recovery, supporters of the U.S. men’s national team were left asking why their captain was omitted from the November friendlies against Paraguay and Uruguay.

Pedri Gonzalez has established himself as the leader of Barcelona's midfield, rising to become one of the world's top players. Recognizing his exceptional performance, Andres Iniesta offered heartfelt praise and shared some insightful advice for the young star's future.

Looking to secure the qualification against Ireland, Portugal won't be counting with star Nuno Mendes for the key 2026 World Cup Qualifiers game.