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Messi makes first public appearance after World Cup loss in quiet Rosario outing

Lionel Messi making a public appearance after Argentina's World Cup final defeat.

Updated 12 days ago

Ronaldo Nazario says Argentina lack strength to mount a World Cup final comeback

Ronaldo Nazario has predicted that Spain will win the World Cup 2026 final.

Updated 18 days ago

Messi faces Yamal as WC 2026 final becomes football's greatest generational duel

Lionel Messi for Argentina and Lamine Yamal for Spain.

Updated 19 days ago

Lionel Messi amazed as life comes full circle vs Lamine Yamal in World Cup final

20-year-old soccer star Lionel Messi bathes baby Lamine Yamal.

Updated 19 days ago

Against a FIFA backdrop, football and feminism through maternal legacies

I have been cheering for Brazil for three decades, despite the team making it excruciatingly painful to do so.

Published 19 days ago

FIFA World Cup enthusiasm may have cost US economy $11.7 bn loss; here's why

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final will feature Spain vs. Argentina on July 19. A UKG report estimates $11.7 billion in lost US productivity due to early departures and absenteeism as employees prioritize matches over work.

Published 20 days ago

Medieval battles to anime action: FIFA World Cup’s oddly irresistible AI slop

Viral AI clips gave the FIFA World Cup a cinematic twist with anime action, medieval battles and fantasy scenes.

Published 20 days ago

Donald Trump lauds Lionel Messi, says Thomas Tuchel misused Harry Kane

President Donald Trump listens as FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at a reception.

Updated 20 days ago

And now, for a final flourish

Lionel Messi (left) and Lamine Yamal on opposite sides make the final a clash of generations.

Published 21 days ago

After calling Messi a loser, Gauahar Khan takes another dig at his game

Gauahar Khan laughed at how Argentina's Messi played during the match against Egypt.

Updated 29 days ago

Lionel Messi Is the Greatest Player Ever. Why Is He So Bad at Penalty Kicks?

Messi has converted only 114 of his 148 penalty kicks for club and country (outside of shootouts) for a success rate of 77.0%.

Published 30 days ago

Ex-Bengal minister Aroop Biswas appears for questioning in Messi event case

Former West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas with Argentine footballer Lionel Messi as part of 'G.O.A.T. India Tour 2025'.

Published 31 days ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: Football stars and the bodyguards protecting them

From stadium tunnels to public appearances, football icons like Messi and Ronaldo are accompanied by bodyguards who stay within arm's reach, prepared to react in an instant.

Published 39 days ago

No Ronaldo vs Messi showdown: Why POR won't meet ARG before final

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

Updated 40 days ago

Klopp's amusing Lionel Messi birthday tribute centers on one unforgettable hug

Jurgen Klopp revisits viral Lionel Messi moment while wishing Argentina star on 39th birthday

Published 43 days ago

‘Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are not in the same conversation’

One has to admit that Michele Grella was quite dismissive about Cristiano Ronaldo.

Updated 43 days ago

Quote of the day by Messi: 'I try not to let criticism or praise affect me'

Argentina's Lionel Messi views the ball during the World Cup Group J soccer match against Austria in Arlington on June 22, 2026.

Published 44 days ago

Kylian Mbappe's World Cup legacy is already untouchable

Cristiano Ronaldo, Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi.

Updated 44 days ago

Brazil's Ronaldo tells everyone not to hide from the fact that Messi is the GOAT

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria.

Updated 50 days ago

Messi breaks down after sensational goal, admits enduring ‘difficult days’

Lionel Messi had tears in his eyes after scoring the opening goal vs Algeria.

Updated 51 days ago

Quote of the day by Lionel Messi: ‘Something deep in my character allows me…'

In sports and life, Messi teaches us to embrace resilience amidst challenges.

Updated 52 days ago

Messi's India tour organiser files complaint against ex-Bengal sports minister

Lionel Messi was in India last year as part of his GOAT tour.

Updated 80 days ago

Furious Lionel Messi stopped by Luis Suarez from confronting officials

Luis Suarez stopping Lionel Messi from having a confrontation with the match officials.

Published 166 days ago

Messi confirms retirement plans in surprising claim: ‘I like the idea of…'

Lionel Messi has a contract with Inter Miami, which runs till 2028.

Published 211 days ago

Messi event chaos: Court extends police custody of chief organiser till Jan 9

Organiser Satadru Dutta (R) with Argentina football star Lionel Messi has been detained over chaos at the Salt Lake Stadium during Messi's India Tour in Kolkata, India, on Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Published 222 days ago

‘Messi did not like being hugged': What Satadru Dutta told SIT on Kolkata chaos

Messi's visit to the Salt Lake Stadium lasted just 22 minutes.

Updated 229 days ago

Sandesh Jhingan reflects on Messi tour frenzy amid Indian football crisis

Sandesh Jhingan

Published 231 days ago

HT Kick Off: Optical illusion

From chaos to confetti, that was the story of Lionel Messi’s India tour. In New Delhi on Monday.

Published 231 days ago

Lionel Messi plays football with elephant at Vantara as Anant Ambani looks on

During his Jamnagar visit, Lionel Messi played football with an elephant at Vantara.

Updated 232 days ago

Messi says ‘Jai Mata Di’ during aarti with Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant

Lionel Messi performed aarti at Vantara in Jamnagar, saying ‘Jai Mata Di’ as Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant joined the spiritual moment.

Updated 232 days ago

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