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LIONEL MESSI

Argentina forward Lionel Messi runs with the ball during the 2026 World Cup match against Austria at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Monday.
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 23, 2026
Stars sparkle early as Messi and Mbappe light up World Cup
Lionel Messi has risen to the challenge in style to become the all-time World Cup record scorer, two games into the tournament.
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his first goal against Algeria at Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on Tuesday.
SOCCER / World cup
Jun 17, 2026
Messi hat trick equals goalscoring record as Argentina beats Algeria
Norway striker Erling ?Haaland also announced his arrival at the World Cup in typically emphatic fashion, with two goals in a majestic display against Iraq.
Fans react as Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi departs from the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday.
SOCCER
Dec 16, 2025
Chaos in Kolkata, confetti in Delhi: Messi wraps up eventful India tour
The hype around Messi¡¯s visit was a contrast to the general sense of gloom around the state of Indian football.
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi holds the Philip F. Anschutz trophy after he and his teammates won the MLS Cup over the Whitecaps on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
SOCCER
Dec 7, 2025
Messi¡¯s double assist inspires Inter Miami to maiden MLS Cup title
Despite Thomas Mueller driving a Vancouver side that controlled long stretches and created the better chances, the final ultimately swung on the Argentine¡¯s influence.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring his second goal against Nashville SC in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Nov. 8.
SOCCER
Nov 13, 2025
Barcelona president labels Lionel Messi returning to club as unrealistic
During Messi¡¯s storied career with Barcelona, he won 10 La Liga titles, four Champions League crowns and three Club World Cups.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi poses with the MLS golden boot ahead of the match against Nashville SC at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Oct. 24, 2025.
SOCCER
Oct 28, 2025
Messi eyes 2026 World Cup despite age and fitness concerns
The eight-time Ballon d¡¯Or winner said he will take time next year to assess his physical condition before deciding whether to play in the tournament.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi in action against Chicago Fire FC at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on Sept. 30
SOCCER
Oct 24, 2025
Messi signs new Inter Miami contract through 2028
Messi¡¯s contract ensures he will remain in competitive action until and long after the 2026 World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Seattle Sounders and Inter Miami players push and shove after the game at Lumen Field, Seattle on Sunday.
SOCCER
Sep 1, 2025
Miami¡¯s Suarez at center of spitting incident after Leagues Cup loss
The 38-year-old¡¯s reputation as one of the game¡¯s arch-villains was cemented when he bit Giorgio Chiellini during the 2014 World Cup.
Ronald Acuna of the Atlanta Braves next to Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani and his manager, Dave Roberts, before the MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta on July 15.
MORE SPORTS
Jul 26, 2025
All-Star Games may be flawed but still a boon for professional sports leagues
Several factors, including a lack of competitive furor and social media, have left many to wonder whether the standard All-Star Game model is broken.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi (left) and PSG's Warren Zaire-Emery compete for the ball during their Club World Cup match in Atlanta on Sunday.
SOCCER
Jun 30, 2025
PSG rolls past Lionel Messi and Inter Miami to reach Club World Cup quarterfinals
Miami had hoped Messi¡¯s magic could help it produce an unlikely result against the Argentine star¡¯s former club.
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi attempts a free kick during his club's match against Egypt's Al Ahly on June 14 in Miami.
SOCCER
Jun 28, 2025
From Messi to Auckland City, magic shining through Club World Cup issues
The Club World Cup¡¯s various problems have been well documented, from empty seats to extreme heat. But there has also been plenty to enjoy about the tournament so far.
Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez (center) celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group A match against Palmeiras in Miami on Monday.
SOCCER
Jun 24, 2025
Messi¡¯s Miami and PSG progress to set up Club World Cup reunion
Miami drew 2-2 with Palmeiras to go through second in Group A, after the Brazilian side fought back from two goals down to seal top spot.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi takes a free kick in the second half of his team's win over Porto in the Club World Cup in Atlanta on Thursday.
SOCCER
Jun 20, 2025
Lionel Messi scores with stunning free kick as Inter Miami upsets Porto
The Argentine superstar found the top corner of the goal with a second-half strike to clinch a surprise victory for the MLS side.
Hillary Rodham Clinton receives the Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Joe Biden during a ceremony at the White House in Washington on Saturday.
WORLD / Politics
Jan 5, 2025
Biden awards Hillary Clinton, George Soros and others Medal of Freedom
First awarded by President John F. Kennedy, the medal is considered the highest civilian honor a president can bestow.
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring against Bolivia during their World Cup qualifier in Buenos Aires on Oct. 15.
SOCCER
Nov 14, 2024
Paraguayan Football Association bans Lionel Messi shirts before match with Argentina
Paraguayan Football Association manager Fernando Villasboa warned the home crowd to wear only Paraguayan shirts to the match.
Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring against the New England Revolution in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday.
SOCCER
Oct 20, 2024
Rampant Messi hits another hat trick as Miami break MLS points record
Miami¡¯s win, in its final game of the regular season, took the club to 74 points ¡ª one more than the previous record, set by New England in 2021.
Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi leaves the pitch after picking up an injury during the Conmebol 2024 Copa America tournament final football match between Argentina and Colombia at the Hard Rock Stadium, in Miami, Florida, on July 14.
SOCCER / World cup
Aug 20, 2024
Injured Messi left out of Argentina¡¯s World Cup qualifiers squad
Argentina captain Lionel Messi sustained an ankle injury during last month¡¯s Copa America final in the United States.
Inter Miami¡¯s signing of Lionel Messi has served to highlight the demand for top talent among U.S. soccer fans, said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
SOCCER
May 7, 2024
MLS must attract best players to grow, says Infantino
Major League Soccer salary and roster restrictions mean that teams are unable to spend freely when it comes to signing top players.
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates winning the FIFA World Cup in Qatar in December 2022.
SOCCER
Mar 28, 2024
Age won¡¯t determine when I retire, says Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi will turn 37 in under three months, but knows for sure that his age will not determine when it is time to hang up his boots.
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi and teammates sit on the substitute bench during a match against a Hong Kong select XI in Hong Kong on Feb. 4.
SOCCER
Feb 20, 2024
Messi insists Hong Kong no-show was due to injury, not politics
Some nationalist politicians and outlets interpreted Messi¡¯s absence as a snub to China, without offering evidence.

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