Tag: Lionel Messi
-
Portugal captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has sent a message of support to Argentina captain Lionel Messi after the Inter Miami forward posted an emotional tribute to his late father, Jorge Messi. Jorge Messi died last Friday at the age of 68 after a prolonged illness. Messi broke his silence today (Wednesday) as he revealed how much…
-
Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, has responded to the speculation regarding the future of Lionel Messi and Emiliano Martinez with the national team following the loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. The Albiceleste came very close to achieving their dream of defending the title, reaching back-to-back finals this year. Regrettably, they suffered…
-
World football governing body, FIFA, has been accused of insult Lionel Messi during the just concluded World Cup tournament. Argentinian media expressed their discontent with FIFA regarding their ‘almost insulting’ choice to deny Messi the World Cup Golden Ball award. Messi’s pursuit of a second World Cup title ended in disappointment as Argentina lost 1-0…
-
Lionel Messi has sent an emotional message to the Argentina squad as they prepare to face Spain in the World Cup final. Spain and Argentina will contest the first-ever men’s World Cup final between two continental champions on Sunday night in what should be a thrilling affair between two sides in superb form. Messi, who…
-
Spain legend Andres Iniesta has spoken on how it is impossible to stop Lionel Messi in the World Cup final. Spain and Argentina will contest the first-ever men’s World Cup final between two continental champions this Sunday as each side aims to become world champions once more. Messi, who will lead Argentina into the final,…
-
Champions Argentina needed extra time to beat Cape Verde 3-2 in a thrilling last-32 tie which sees them progress to face Egypt in the Round of 16. Tottenham defender Cristian Romero headed in the game winner from Lionel Messi’s corner in the 111th minute to secure the win which sees them take one step closer…
-
A highly anticipated World Cup quarterfinal showdown between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has been derailed after Portugal finished second in Group K following a scoreless draw against Colombia on Saturday. The tournament bracket had been mathematically aligned for soccer’s two most iconic figures to meet in the last eight if both Argentina and Portugal…