Lionel Messi remains one of biggest draws in sports but with that comes pressure to perform

On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum was humming with anticipation. An MLS Opening Day-record 75,673 believers who all came to witness greatness. For just the third time in three years,
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Lionel Messi opens up on his chances of playing in 2026 World Cup

Lionel Messi’s participation in the World Cup next summer seems to still be up in the air, though it sounds as if he will at least be there to watch Argentina defend its crown if he doesn’t play. Messi, 38, has left the door open in the past to not ...
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Thomas Müller has often been Messi’s nemesis and now seeks to deny him MLS Cup

Thomas Müller hopes his Vancouver Whitecaps team gets the better of Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Saturday Leonardo Fernandez / Getty Images There is great history shared by Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller, but the essence of a rivalry is harder to find.
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Messi would prefer to be an owner rather than a coach when he quits playing

Lionel Messi says he would prefer to become a club owner rather than a coach when he quits as a player BUENOS AIRES -- BUENOS AIRES (AP) — Lionel Messi would prefer to become a club owner rather than a coach when he quits as a player, the Argentina ...

Lionel Messi returns to LA for showdown with Sonny

The last time Los Angeles witnessed Lionel Messi in person, it felt like a comet ripping across the California sky — brilliant, fleeting, almost unfair. That was back in September 2023. Thankfully, on Saturday night,
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Messi kicks off MLS season in key World Cup year

Lionel Messi kicks off a critical season for Major League Soccer this weekend as the rapidly growing US domestic league seeks to cash in on a huge spike in interest
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Is Messi Playing in the 2026 World Cup 2026? Argentina Star Gives Update

Lionel Messi isn't saying if he plans to play in the 2026 World Cup. Is Messi playing in the 2026 World Cup 2026? The 38-year-old star led Argentina to the top of the standings of South America’s World Cup qualifiers, but he hasn't confirmed if he'll ...
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Messi's tour of India gets off to chaotic start as angry fans storm field

Lionel Messi’s much-hyped tour of India got off to a rocky start Saturday with angry fans throwing bottles and attempting to vandalize a stadium after many of them failed to get more than just a glimpse of their hero. The Times of India reported that ...
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Lionel Messi’s English Chat With Ref Leaves Fans in Splits

A short clip from a recent Major League Soccer (MLS) match has fans buzzing. Lionel Messi was heard speaking English during a light exchange with a referee. The moment, recorded through the league’s referee body camera system and shared by popular ...

Messi’s future dragged into Barcelona presidential battle

Election promises put the club legend back in the spotlightMessi’s future dragged into Barcelona presidential battleBarcelona’s presidential race has intensified after candidates used Lionel