Why Lamine Yamal deserves the Ballon d'Or
Lamine Yamal has emerged as the symbol of a new generation, combining record-breaking performances with the maturity to be named Lionel Messi's heir.
Lionel Messi
Follow the latest news about Lionel Messi: matches, results, transfers, injuries, quotes and other football stories related to the player.
Manuel Neuer equals Messi and Muller in Champions League appearance record
The Bayern Munich goalkeeper has reached 163 appearances in Europe's elite tournament.
Gerardo Martino compares Lionel Messi to Diego Maradona
Inter Miami head coach Gerardo Martino has hailed Lionel Messi as the most important player in football history, putting him on par with Diego Maradona.
MLS Roundup: St. Louis streak ends, Messi stars for Inter Miami
St. Louis CITY SC's 21-game unbeaten run is over, while Lionel Messi delivered another win for Inter Miami and Philadelphia Union salvaged a point.
Chelsea legend reveals team's reaction to Messi's astonishing stats
Didier Drogba shared a story about how Chelsea players were left in disbelief by Lionel Messi's incredible goal-scoring figures during a Champions League clash.
Inter Miami secure MLS playoff spot with win over New York City
Goals from Berterame and De Paul, assisted by Suarez and Messi, helped Inter Miami defeat New York City 2-0 and clinch a playoff berth.
Youth football tournaments: A growing global phenomenon
From LaLiga FC Futures to the Messi Cup, international youth championships are becoming major media events that shape the future of professional football.
Lionel Messi leaves hilarious farewell message for Juan Musso
Lionel Messi left a lighthearted inscription on Juan Musso's jersey following his final appearance for the Argentina national team.
Lionel Messi returns to Inter Miami training for MLS playoff push
Lionel Messi is back in training with Inter Miami following his international duties as the club focuses on securing a top-seven finish in the MLS standings.
Gernot Rohr frustrated as Argentina players refuse shirt swaps after Messi's final match
Benin manager Gernot Rohr says his squad was denied shirt swaps and photos with Argentina players following Lionel Messi's final international appearance.
Lionel Messi's successor? Como chief backs Nico Paz for Argentina's number 10
Como sporting director Carlalberto Ludi has tipped rising talent Nico Paz to inherit Lionel Messi's iconic number 10 jersey for the Argentina national team.
CONMEBOL president Alejandro Dominguez fuels talk of Lionel Messi ending career at Newell's
CONMEBOL chief Alejandro Dominguez suggests a return to Newell's Old Boys is possible for Lionel Messi, provided the club qualifies for the Copa Libertadores.
Messi and Ronaldo: Why their dream farewell match never happened
Exploring the factors that prevented a final showdown between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, from scheduling conflicts to internal team crises.
Lionel Scaloni reveals Argentina squad struggled with nerves during Lionel Messi's farewell
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni admits his players were overwhelmed by emotion during Lionel Messi's final international match against Benin.
Benin coach Gernot Rohr to ask Messi for autograph after match
Ahead of Lionel Messi's farewell match for Argentina, Benin head coach Gernot Rohr shared his tactical goals and a personal request for the Argentine legend.
Messi and Argentina: All the record-breaking numbers of a legend
Lionel Messi's journey with Argentina is defined by unparalleled records, including 207 caps and 193 goal contributions. From despair to global glory, his legacy is cemented.
Benin ready for Lionel Messi's final Argentina appearance
The Benin national team prepares for a historic friendly against Argentina, marking the final international match in the career of Lionel Messi.
Gian Piero Gasperini blocks Roma stars from attending Lionel Messi's Argentina farewell
AS Roma head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has prevented Paulo Dybala and Nahuel Molina from traveling to Argentina for Lionel Messi's final international match.
Pjanic: Allegri had a trick to keep Ronaldo away from free-kicks
Miralem Pjanic reflects on the 2017 Champions League final, compares Messi and Ronaldo, and reveals Massimiliano Allegri's clever tactic for taking free-kicks.
Enzo Fernandez urges Lionel Scaloni to stay as Argentina prepare for life after Messi
Midfielder Enzo Fernandez has publicly backed manager Lionel Scaloni to continue leading Argentina during the team's upcoming generational transition.
