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Lionel Messi’s Barcelona dream almost ended at 13 as one coach delivered brutal verdict despite Diego Maradona comparison
When Diego Maradona was already an inspiration to generations of Argentine players, Messi was trying to convince Barcelona that his extraordinary talent could overcome doubts about his physical development. Lionel Messi ’s journey from a young prospect in Argentina to one of soccer’s greatest players nearly took a different turn before his career had even begun in Europe. When Diego Maradona was already an inspiration to generations of Argentine players, Messi was trying to convince Barcelon...
Lionel Messi keeps defying time as he reaches another extraordinary assist record in 2026
The Inter Miami captain added another remarkable achievement to his collection this week, combining his creative brilliance with an important victory as the defending MLS champion secured its place in the 2026 playoffs. Lionel Messi continues to demonstrate that his influence on soccer remains extraordinary, even after nearly two decades at the highest level. The Inter Miami captain added another remarkable achievement to his collection this week, combining his creative brilliance with an im...
Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: The incredible assist stat that separates the Inter Miami star from Al-Nassr’s icon
One statistical comparison highlights a significant difference in their playing styles, with the Inter Miami captain continuing to demonstrate a remarkable level of creativity even in the later stages of his career. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have spent nearly two decades competing for soccer’s biggest honours, building extraordinary legacies through goals, trophies and individual records. Yet one statistical comparison highlights a significant difference in their playing styles, wit...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s international future addressed as Portugal makes position clear after FPF chief speaks out
Pedro Proenca's comments have offered an important indication of how the federation intends to handle the controversy surrounding its captain as the next international window approaches. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s international future remains a major talking point following his recent dispute with Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus , with Portuguese Football Federation president Pedro Proenca addressing the situation during a visit to Madeira. His comments have offered an important indication of how ...
Christian Pulisic’s ‘Captain America’ label comes under fire as USMNT duo reveals hidden problem after recent Mauricio Pochettino snub
Former USMNT duo Kellyn Acosta and Eric Wynalda have now spoken out in his defence, raising questions about the expectations placed on the Milan forward as a new generation of American talent emerges. Christian Pulisic has become one of the most recognisable figures in American soccer, but his recent absence from Mauricio Pochettino’s United States squad has reignited a debate about his role in the national team. Former USMNT duo Kellyn Acosta and Eric Wynalda have now spoken out in his defe...
Christian Pulisic’s 2026-27 season rating sends Ruben Amorim clear message, but one stat raises questions
Under new manager Ruben Amorim, the American forward has continued to contribute in attack, although recent selection decisions have raised questions about his place in Milan’s plans. Christian Pulisic has made an encouraging return to Milan after recovering from a World Cup injury, delivering promising performances despite a disrupted start to the 2026-27 campaign. Under new manager Ruben Amorim, the American forward has continued to contribute in attack, although recent selection decisions...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr find goalkeeper replacement as Nawaf Al-Aqidi faces surgery
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr have found a goalkeeper replacement in Abdulhadi Al-Alwan as Nawaf Al-Aqidi faces elbow surgery. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s Al Nassr have taken action to strengthen one of their most sensitive positions. The injury to goalkeeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi has left the Saudi club with an unexpected hole in their squad, and the team have moved quickly to cover it. Al Nassr announced that 20-year-old Abdulhadi Al-Alwan will serve as the team’s backup goalkeeper following the con...
Lionel Messi’s teammates face contract decisions as Inter Miami evaluate two players’ futures
Inter Miami are evaluating the futures of David Ayala and Dayne St. Clair, while Luis Suarez and eight other players also see their contracts expire in December. Lionel Messi ’s Inter Miami is already looking ahead to the offseason, and the club has started to weigh decisions about the future of their squad. With the regular season entering its final stretch and the playoffs secured, the club’s front office is turning its attention to which contracts will carry over into 2027. According...
Inter Miami coach confirms Lionel Messi’s trip to Spain but says he’ll be available vs Red Bull New York
Inter Miami coach Kily Gonzalez confirmed that Lionel Messi will travel to Spain for the Princess of Asturias Award but will be available against Red Bull New York. Lionel Messi ’s schedule is about to get busy, with an important off-the-pitch commitment arriving as Inter Miami , who have already clinched a playoff spot, chase their second Supporters’ Shield after winning their first in 2024. The captain’s availability for the club’s next matches had been a topic of discussion, and his coach...
Argentina begins post-Lionel Messi era as AFA confirms rivals for November window
Argentina’s post-Lionel Messi chapter is taking shape. With the captain’s international career over, the national team is already looking ahead to its next fixtures, and the AFA has now settled the schedule for the November FIFA window. The AFA announced that Argentina will play two friendlies: Uruguay on Nov. 13 in Buenos Aires and Costa […] Argentina’s post- Lionel Messi chapter is taking shape. With the captain’s international career over, the national team is already looking ahead to its...
Mohamed Salah achieves European record that neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo reached
Mohamed Salah has scored and assisted in 13 major European matches since 2017-18, a mark neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo reached. Mohamed Salah keeps adding to his résumé after his move to Turkey. The Egyptian forward scored and assisted in Trabzonspor’s 4-2 Conference League win at KuPS . That performance added another match to a statistic that neither Lionel Messi nor Cristiano Ronaldo has matched in Europe since 2017-18. According to statistics network Opta , Salah has bot...
Lionel Messi reaches 1,180 career matches: How many has Cristiano Ronaldo played?
Lionel Messi reached another milestone in Inter Miami’s 2-0 win over NYCFC, when he made his 1,180th official appearance of his career. It is a figure few players in the history of the sport have reached, and one that shows the longevity of a career that has now spanned more than two decades. Messi’s total […] Lionel Messi reached another milestone in Inter Miami’s 2-0 win over NYCFC , when he made his 1,180th official appearance of his career. It is a figure few players in the history of th...
Lionel Messi closing in on Carlos Vela’s MLS goalscoring record as Inter Miami captain keeps making history
With Carlos Vela’s name looming over the record books, the Argentine superstar has an opportunity to add another remarkable achievement to his growing legacy in American soccer. Lionel Messi continues to raise the bar in Major League Soccer, with the Inter Miami captain approaching another major milestone as the regular season enters its decisive stretch. With Carlos Vela’s name looming over the record books, the Argentine superstar has an opportunity to add another remarkable achievement to...
Cristiano Ronaldo told to ‘lie in the bed’ he made as ex-Portugal teammate Ricardo Quaresma weighs in on Jorge Jesus controversy
As disciplinary proceedings threaten to complicate the Al-Nassr forward’s international future, the former Portugal winger has questioned why a disagreement involving senior figures in the national team became a public spectacle. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s dispute with Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus continues to attract attention, with former international teammate Ricardo Quaresma offering a cautious but pointed response to the controversy. As disciplinary proceedings threaten to complicate the ...
Argentina reportedly already has first opponent for November window after Lionel Messi’s retirement
Costa Rica is reportedly set to be Argentina’s first opponent in the November window, the first since Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national team. Argentina reportedly already has its first opponent after the retirement of Lionel Messi from the national team. Costa Rica is expected to be one of the teams that Lionel Scaloni’s side faces during the November international window, although the Argentine Football Association has not announced anything yet and the information comes from outs...
Lionel Messi’s Princess of Asturias Award trip could put his Inter Miami return vs Red Bull New York in doubt
Lionel Messi’s trip to Spain for the Princess of Asturias Award could complicate his availability for Inter Miami’s match against Red Bull New York on Oct. 24. Lionel Messi is set to travel to Spain next week to receive the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports , and the trip could complicate his availability for Inter Miami’s visit to Red Bull New York on Oct. 24 . The schedule is tight, with the awards ceremony in Oviedo taking place the day before the match, and although there is no ...
Cristiano Ronaldo accused of special treatment from FIFA as ex-England boss Gareth Southgate questions 2026 World Cup ban reprieve
The controversy concerns Ronaldo’s suspension ahead of the 2026 World Cup, raising questions about whether soccer’s biggest stars are held to the same standards as everyone else. Cristiano Ronaldo has found himself at the center of a fresh debate over fairness in international soccer , with former England manager Gareth Southgate questioning FIFA’s handling of a disciplinary decision involving Portugal’s captain. The controversy concerns Ronaldo’s suspension ahead of the 2026 World Cup , rai...
Vitinha sends message to Cristiano Ronaldo amid Portugal turmoil: ‘I hope he returns’
Vitinha has joined the list of Portugal players weighing in on the Cristiano Ronaldo situation, calling for the captain to come back to the national team. The Paris Saint-Germain midfielder spoke after scoring in his club’s 4-2 win over Manchester City in the Champions League, and addressed the dispute that has overshadowed Portugal’s recent international […] Vitinha has joined the list of Portugal players weighing in on the Cristiano Ronaldo situation, calling for the captain to come back t...
Is Christian Pulisic playing today? Confirmed lineups for RB Salzburg vs AC Milan in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League
Take a look at the projected lineups for RB Salzburg vs AC Milan in the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League. Salzburg host Milan in the Europa League with both sides looking to build on contrasting midweek results. RB Salzburg come into this one off the back of a 1-0 win over Levski Sofia on September 17, and Danny Rohl’s side will look to carry that result into a tougher continental test. AC Milan , meanwhile, are still digesting a 0-2 loss to Benfica on September 16, and Ruben Amorim needs a resp...
Why isn’t Christian Pulisic starting for Milan against Salzburg in Matchday 2 of the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League?
Christian Pulisic is at the center of Milan’s team news ahead of its crucial UEFA Europa League Matchday 2 clash against Red Bull Salzburg, with Ruben Amorim opting to make several important changes to his starting lineup. Christian Pulisic is at the center of Milan’s team news ahead of its crucial UEFA Europa League Matchday 2 clash against Red Bull Salzburg, with Ruben Amorim opting to make several important changes to his starting lineup. After a disappointing European opener and an incon...
Gianni Infantino and FIFA could be set for radical 2034 World Cup date change as Saudi Arabia faces major problem
Reports suggest that soccer's governing body is exploring an unusual change to the tournament calendar, potentially forcing the competition beyond its originally planned year. Gianni Infantino and FIFA could face another major scheduling challenge as preparations continue for the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia. Reports suggest that soccer’s governing body is exploring an unusual change to the tournament calendar, potentially forcing the competition beyond its originally planned year and crea...
How to watch Benfica vs Celtic match in the USA: Live stream and TV for 2026-27 UEFA Europa League
Here are all of the details of where you can watch Benfica vs Celtic for the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League on US television and via legal streaming. Here are all of the details of where you can watch Benfica vs Celtic on US television and via legal streaming: WHO Benfica vs Celtic WHAT Europa League WHEN 3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT • Thursday, October 15, 2026 WHERE Fubo , Paramount+ , CBS Sports Network, DAZN USA STREAM WATCH NOW Match Ove...
How to watch RB Salzburg vs AC Milan match in the USA: Live stream and TV for 2026-27 UEFA Europa League
Here are all of the details of where you can watch RB Salzburg vs AC Milan for the 2026-27 UEFA Europa League on US television and via legal streaming. Here are all of the details of where you can watch RB Salzburg vs AC Milan on US television and via legal streaming: WHO RB Salzburg vs AC Milan WHAT Europa League WHEN 12:45pm ET / 9:45am PT • Thursday, October 15, 2026 WHERE Paramount+ , ViX STREAM WATCH NOW Match Overview RB ...
Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister singles out the biggest obstacle to Portugal return and Jorge Jesus reconciliation in emotional statement
Her latest comments have raised fresh questions about whether the Al-Nassr forward will return to the national team, as the disagreement threatens to leave a lasting mark on one of the most significant relationships in Portuguese soccer. Cristiano Ronaldo ’s international future has become increasingly uncertain after his sister, Elma Aveiro, made an emotional statement about the ongoing dispute between the Portugal captain and head coach Jorge Jesus. Her latest comments have raised fresh qu...
Vinicius Junior speaks out on Endrick substitution in Real Madrid’s 4-3 Roma comeback
The decisive turning point in Real Madrid's 4–3 comeback win over AS Roma occurred in the 58th minute at the Stadio Olimpico, when manager Jose Mourinho substituted Vinicius Junior and brought on 20-year-old Brazilian forward Endrick. Real Madrid were struggling against Roma in Matchday 2 of the 2026–27 UEFA Champions League, but the momentum shifted dramatically when Vinicius Junior came off the pitch for Endrick . At the 58th minute of the match at the Stadio Olimpico, Real Madrid man...
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