Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi questions football future after father Jorge's death
Lionel Messi admitted he pushed past his physical limits during the World Cup to fulfill his late father's final wish, casting doubt on his playing future.
Courage Leo, on t'aime": Lionel Messi fait ses adieux à son père, décédé à l'âge de 68 ans
Lionel Messi traveled to Rosario for a private family funeral at the El Prado cemetery following the death of his father and longtime manager, Jorge Messi, at age 68.
Lionel Messi bids farewell to father Jorge in private Rosario ceremony
Surrounded by heavy security and a mourning public, Lionel Messi bid farewell to his father, Jorge, in a closed ceremony at El Prado cemetery.
Lionel Messi scores twice as Inter Miami defeats San Luis 4-2
Lionel Messi scored twice to become the all-time leading scorer in Leagues Cup history during Inter Miami's 4-2 opening win against Atletico San Luis.
Spain defeats Argentina in extra time to win FIFA World Cup title
Substitute Ferran Torres scored the winning goal in the 106th minute to secure Spain's second World Cup title. The match also marked the final international appearance for Argentina's Lionel Messi.
Lionel Messi and Argentina locked in scoreless World Cup final with Spain
The 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium remains scoreless at halftime, with Spain controlling possession and Argentina losing defender Lisandro Martinez to injury.
England knocked out of World Cup after Argentina semi-final comeback
England's hopes of reaching the World Cup final were shattered after a late Argentine comeback in Atlanta. Manager Thomas Tuchel faces scrutiny over his defensive adjustments as Argentina secures a spot against Spain.
Kylian Mbappe becomes the all-time leading World Cup goalscorer
Kylian Mbappe became the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history by scoring his 22nd career goal during a third-place playoff against England.
Franco Colapinto says World Cup final nerves outweigh Belgian GP tension
Alpine driver Franco Colapinto admits he is more nervous about the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain than his own race at Spa-Francorchamps.
Lionel Messi sparks debate over status as greatest athlete of all time
Lionel Messi’s performance at the 2026 World Cup has reignited discussions regarding his global legacy compared to sports icons like Michael Jordan and Pele.
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe lead World Cup Golden Boot race
As the 2026 World Cup reaches its third-place playoff, Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi remain deadlocked at eight goals each in the race for the Golden Boot.
Caviar unveils gold-plated Messi and Ronaldo limited-edition smartphones
Caviar has released a 19-unit limited collection of modified smartphones featuring artistic materials to celebrate football icons Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Lionel Messi defends Argentina against bias claims after reaching World Cup final
Lionel Messi has rejected claims that Argentina benefited from preferential officiating during the 2026 World Cup. The team now prepares to face Spain in the final after overcoming England in their latest match.
Argentina and Spain advance to World Cup final at MetLife Stadium
Defending champions Argentina prepare to face Spain in a historic 2026 World Cup final showdown at MetLife Stadium. The match highlights a generational clash between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal.
Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal to face off in World Cup Final
Argentina and Spain will meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final, marking the first professional encounter between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal.
Jude Bellingham explains viral confrontation with Lionel Messi after loss
Jude Bellingham has addressed his viral on-field argument with Lionel Messi during Argentina's semifinal victory over England. The midfielder clarified the interaction centered on a dispute over officiating standards rather than a personal grievance.
Argentina enters World Cup final against Spain as betting underdog
Defending champions Argentina enter the World Cup final as underdogs against a dominant Spanish side. The matchup pits Spain's midfield control against the individual brilliance of Lionel Messi.
Argentina faces public backlash and petitions over alleged referee bias
Public outcry against Argentina has intensified as fans sign petitions alleging systemic referee bias during the 2026 World Cup. The Egyptian Football Association has formally complained to FIFA following a controversial match.
Jamie Carragher urges England to exploit Messi in World Cup semifinal
Former England international Jamie Carragher believes Thomas Tuchel's side can gain a tactical advantage by targeting the space left by a roaming Lionel Messi.
Tuchel expects England to reach peak form against Argentina in semi-final
England faces a semi-final clash against Argentina at Atlanta Stadium, with Thomas Tuchel urging his team to improve their performance to reach the final.