Lionel Messi
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Lionel Messi surpasses 100 career goals for Argentina

It came 17 years after he opened his Argentina account in a 3-2 defeat to Croatia in March 2006.

published on : 29th March 2023
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Messi honoured with a statue at South America's soccer HQ

Messi also received replicas of the World Cup and the Finalissima trophy, which Argentina won against Italy, during the ceremony before the Copa Libertadores draw.

published on : 28th March 2023
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Animated series on Lionel Messi in the making 

A new animated series on Argentinean footballer Lionel Messi is in the making. Messi will be collaborating with Sony Music Entertainment to develop the project.

published on : 8th March 2023
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Gunmen open fire at supermarket owned by Messi's in-laws, leave menacing message for Argentine star

Nobody was injured in the early morning attack, and it was unclear why assailants would target Messi or the Unico supermarket in Rosario, owned by the family of his wife, Antonella Roccuzzo.

published on : 2nd March 2023
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David Alaba abused, Croatia coach critical following FIFA awards 

Messi was named the best men’s player on Monday after leading Argentina to last year's World Cup title in Qatar.

published on : 28th February 2023
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Messi and Putellas voted best players at FIFA awards again

Argentina's World Cup-winning coach Lionel Scaloni was voted FIFA men's coach of the year while Sarina Wiegman, who led England to the Women's Euro title, won the women's coach award.

published on : 28th February 2023
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Messi, Mbappe and Benzema up for FIFA Best award

The winner is decided by a jury comprised of the coach and captain of every men's national team and one journalist from each country, but fans can also vote.

published on : 26th February 2023
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Lionel Messi one step away from joining Cristiano Ronaldo for a major record

One goal and Messi will join the 700-goal club, a feat that his greatest rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, has already achieved.

published on : 23rd February 2023
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PSG in talks with Messi over renewing contract

Messi joined PSG in 2021 on a two-year contract, with the option of renewing it for another, after an emotional farewell to Barcelona where he had spent his whole professional career.

published on : 5th February 2023
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Bruised Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice to edge showdown with Messi

Ronaldo’s bruise darkened with the night sky as he collected his man of the match award.

published on : 20th January 2023
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Messi vs. Mbappé Part II: World Cup stars chase Ballon d'Or

Because they play for the same team, their rivalry could intensify over the rest of this season.

published on : 9th January 2023
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Lionel Messi rested for PSG cup tie after FIFA World Cup return

Galtier also called upon PSG fans to provide the Argentine a warm welcome, despite his key role in defeating France in the final of the World Cup.

published on : 6th January 2023
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No Messi, no Neymar as PSG suffer first loss of season

PSG's last loss was more than nine months ago when they fell 3-0 at Monaco in Ligue 1, although that still left them 12 points clear at the top of the table.

published on : 2nd January 2023
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Weghorst, Mbappe & some Dunkirk spirit   

In the quarterfinals clash, Argentina had gotten off to a 2-0 lead, courtesy Lionel Messi and Nahuel Molina.

published on : 21st December 2022
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A stirring World Cup that had absurdity as its central theme

When the beginning astonishes, the end has to be the greatest one ever scripted. It must astonish, antagonise, agitate and elate.

published on : 20th December 2022
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Messi mesmerises in fitting end to a surreal world cup

But this World Cup never ceased to surprise. Bordering on absurdity at times, it threw up brutal upsets and unforgiving tales of losses.

published on : 20th December 2022
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FIFA World Cup review: Best and worst of the tournament in Qatar

Argentina is the champion for the third time after beating France in a penalty shootout. Lionel Messi finally has his hands on the golden trophy that had long eluded him.

published on : 19th December 2022
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World Cup special: Kerala hotel serves free chicken biriyani to mark Argentina's win

Long queues were seen outside the Rockland Hotel at Cherur in Thrissur in the morning.

published on : 19th December 2022
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Messi plans to play on for Argentina after World Cup win

The soccer great secured the one major trophy that has eluded him in his storied career as Argentina beat France 4-2 on penalties in the final at Lusail Stadium on Sunday.

published on : 19th December 2022
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FIFA World Cup 2022: Good, bad and silly

An overview of the journey of teams and players at the festival of football.

published on : 19th December 2022
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