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golden ball

A Messi-merising World Cup story

Lionel Messi reacts after he was handed a silver medal during the award ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. (AFP)
football
Published on Jul 21, 2026 09:45 am IST

Why Rodri deserved Golden Ball over Messi after the WC final settled the debate

Rodri with the golden ball and Lionel Messi after losing the final.
football
Updated on Jul 20, 2026 12:00 pm IST

One final, several records lost: How Spain denied Messi a historic farewell

Lionel Messi looks dejected after losing the World Cup final.
football
Updated on Jul 20, 2026 07:11 am IST

How on earth is he doing this?: Rudraneil Sengupta on Messi at the World Cup

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He barely runs anymore, yet he’s always where one least expects. Above, the 39-year-old in action against Austria, during the ongoing World Cup. (Getty Images)
art culture
Updated on Jun 27, 2026 11:59 am IST

Messi remains football's biggest attraction: Scaloni's 'whole planet' verdict

Lionel Scaloni heaped praises on Lionel Messi.
football
Updated on Jun 16, 2026 05:59 pm IST
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