ALL POSTS TAGGED "Diego Maradona"

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/ 14 days ago‘I never wanted to compare myself to Diego,’ says Lionel Messi praising Maradona’s legacy with Argentina
Throughout his career, Lionel Messi has constantly been compared to Diego Maradona, sparking endless debates. However, the 39-year-old star has decided to put an end to any discussion on the matter, acknowledging that the Argentine legend is the greatest of all time.

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/ 18 days agoLionel Messi becomes the all-time assist leader in World Cup history: How does the full ranking look?
In a highly competitive match, Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, advancing to the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup. Although Lionel Messi did not score, he did provide an assist, becoming the tournament's all-time leading assist provider. Here it is the full assist ranking.

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/ 63 days agoLionel Messi set to break Diego Maradona’s Argentina World Cup captaincy record
Lionel Messi will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Argentina and surpass a record held by Diego Armando Maradona.

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/ 71 days agoLionel Messi’s possible retirement leaves Lionel Scaloni emotional ahead of 2026 World Cup as Argentina boss reflects on Diego Maradona memories
Lionel Messi continues to dominate the conversation around Argentina as the countdown to the 2026 World Cup intensifies, with Lionel Scaloni now facing growing questions about the future of his iconic captain.

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/ 114 days agoMessi ranked below Maradona in GOAT debate for one key reason, says Italy icon Baggio
Italy legend Dino Baggio shared his opinion on why Diego Maradona is considered even better than Lionel Messi.

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/ 178 days agoNot Lionel Messi: Lamine Yamal ties Argentina legend goalscoring record at FC Barcelona
With his latest goal, Lamine Yamal tied the goalscoring record of an Argentina legend at FC Barcelona, and it's not Lionel Messi.

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/ 269 days agoNot Messi or Cristiano: AC Milan veteran Luka Modric reveals his all-time top 5 players
Luka Modric, who has cemented his status as one of the top players of the modern era with a Ballon d'Or win, now thrives at AC Milan. He recently shared his picks for the five greatest soccer players in history, notably excluding Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo from his list.

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/ 276 days agoLionel Messi compares a soccer legend to Michael Jordan when asked who the GOATs are besides himself
When discussing the GOATs besides himself, Lionel Messi didn’t hold back, comparing a soccer legend to Michael Jordan.

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/ 306 days agoU-20 World Cup: Messi, Haaland, and other stars who shined at the youth FIFA tournament
The 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup kicked off this Saturday in Chile, a competition where stars like Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland first made their mark.

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/ 364 days agoNeymar surpasses Cristiano Ronaldo, Zidane, and other soccer legends with impressive all-time record
Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, and other soccer icons now trail Neymar Jr. in a major all-time ranking.

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/ 378 days agoFollowing the footsteps of Diego Maradona, Ronaldinho, and Lionel Messi: Lamine Yamal's stats by kit number at Barcelona
While fans rave about Yamal's flair, pace, and decision-making, there’s another fascinating way to trace his rise: through his kit numbers.

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/ 398 days agoMessi, Pele, or Maradona? Legendary coach Carlo Ancelotti names his pick for the greatest
After more than 50 years in soccer, legendary coach Carlo Ancelotti chose the best player in history between Lionel Messi, Pele, and Diego Maradona.

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/ 399 days agoLionel Messi’s legacy cemented — literally: Which other legends have stadiums or stands named after them?
This week, Lionel Messi entered a new realm of sporting immortality, joining an exclusive group of icons in a way that few ever do.

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/ 400 days agoNewell’s Old Boys celebrates Messi like a king — Gesture Sporting never gave Ronaldo
0 On his 38th birthday, Lionel Messi achieved something deeply personal—something that not even his greatest rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, has managed.

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/ 429 days agoCristiano Ronaldo to mirror Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona's legacy? Calls grow for historic move after Al-Nassr exit hint
Among the many rumors, one particularly bold suggestion has gripped South American soccer: a potential move to a club steeped in passion, chaos, and history — a club that once housed two of the greatest ever, Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona.