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/ 75 days ago

2022 World Cup winner with Messi’s Argentina delivered surprising confession: ‘I didn't want to play soccer anymore’

From being one of the most important players in Lionel Messi's Argentina team that won the 2022 World Cup to considering professional retirement, a Premier League star reveals the tough challenges he faced in recovering from his latest injury.
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/ 76 days ago

Germany legend Klose weighs in on Messi and Mbappé’s chances to break historic World Cup goal record in 2026

With only a few goals away, Germany legend Miroslav Klose weighed in on the chances Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé have to break his World Cup record in 2026.
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/ 76 days ago

Report: Lionel Messi set for major boost as Inter Miami near $4.5M move to bring back Argentine MLS Cup champion

To keep on boosting Lionel Messi's squad, Inter Miami are nearing the return of an Argentine MLS Cup winner in a move for $4.5M.
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/ 76 days ago

Lionel Messi reportedly faces backlash at Inter Miami as Gio Lo Celso makes future decision ahead of 2026 World Cup

Lionel Messi is reportedly facing a setback in Inter Miami’s pursuit of Giovani Lo Celso, as the midfielder has made a decision about his future with the 2026 World Cup in mind.
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/ 76 days ago

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami teammate reportedly drawing interest from two European clubs

A teammate of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami could be headed to Europe.
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/ 76 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi on the same team? Premier League great Patrice Evra reveals the shocking club that nearly united the GOATs

The idea of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi wearing the same shirt has always felt like soccer’s ultimate “what if.”
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/ 76 days ago

Lionel Messi surprisingly turned down €1.4 billion offer from Cristiano Ronaldo’s rival team in the Saudi Pro League

Lionel Messi currently shines at Inter Miami, yet he was close to joining the Saudi Pro League to play for a rival team to Cristiano Ronaldo. However, the Argentine star rejected a staggering €1.4 billion offer, as revealed by the team's president.
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/ 77 days ago

Mohamed Salah achieves what Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo couldn’t so quickly: Egypt star reaches international milestone as AFCON sparks 2026 FIFA World Cup hype

With the 2026 World Cup looming on the horizon, the Egyptian captain finds himself at the intersection of team ambition and personal history—inevitably inviting comparisons with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, the two modern benchmarks of international greatness.
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/ 77 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo suffers worst losing streak for the second time in career: Has Lionel Messi ever lost three consecutive games so far?

Yet when Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are part of the conversation, even a short run of results can feel historically loaded.
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/ 78 days ago

Timo Werner makes U-turn on move to Inter Miami with Lionel Messi, reportedly opts for MLS rival instead

After being one of the main targets in December, Timo Werner has made an U-turn on his move to Lionel Messi's Inter Miami, and is now set to join an MLS rival.
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/ 80 days ago

Colombia coach Lorenzo says he wanted to vote for Messi at The Best but FIFA blocked it

Lionel Messi was the chosen candidate for Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo at The Best Awards, but FIFA did not allow him to vote for the Argentine star.
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/ 80 days ago

Report: Messi’s Inter Miami make U-turn, consider bringing back MLS Cup champion after contract expires

A Major League Soccer champion could be on his way back to Inter Miami to rejoin Lionel Messi.
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/ 80 days ago

Lionel Messi’s 2026 FIFA World Cup status still questionable: Lionel Scaloni sends subtle 11-word hint that could decide Argentina captain’s future

Lionel Scaloni has added another layer of intrigue—offering a carefully chosen hint that has reignited debate about Messi’s place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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/ 80 days ago

Cristiano Ronaldo reaches 180 career penalty goals: How does Al-Nassr star’s record compare to Lionel Messi?

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have defined an era not only through open-play brilliance, trophies, and longevity, but also through the most pressurized moment in soccer: the penalty kick.
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/ 81 days ago

Lionel Messi joined by fellow Argentine as Inter Miami sign midfielder ahead of 2026 MLS season

Inter Miami have announced the signing of another Argentine player to support Lionel Messi during the 2026 Major League Soccer season.