U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino vowed to change the attitude and habits of the American national team as he starts a second term, appearing to refer to star Christian Pulisic's decision to skip the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup.“It was difficult to make the roster for the Gold Cup one…
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The Bosman ruling has led to a number of world-class footballers moving on a free transfer over the years. Here is a list of some of the best and most high-profile Bosmans ever.
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It’s testament to everything Messi achieved with Argentina that even after two decades of dominance, he still leaves us wanting more. Leer más
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One-minute pause at matches across all levels is "recognition of Lionel Messi's career with the Argentina National Team," declares AFA. Leer más
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Soccer teams across Argentina will pay tribute to Lionel Messi with a mid-game minute of applause during their next match following his decision to retire from international duty.Referees will pause play at the 10-minute mark of every match in the…
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Testing transition period ahead as national team attempts to move on from Lionel Messi's international retirement; Question marks also hanging over futures of coach Lionel Scaloni and several other players. Leer más
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BUENOS AIRES (AP) — What now for Argentina?Lionel Messi announced his retirement from the national team on Monday after a 21-year career, leaving behind a legacy of 125 goals and the 2022 World Cup title. As captain and talisman, his departure raises big questions about the…
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With skipper Lionel Messi's retirement, coach Lionel Scaloni's future still unresolved and several key players hinting that their cycles with the national team are over, what next for the Albiceleste? Leer más
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Lamine Yamal has now scored 50 goals across all competitions for Barcelona, but how long did it take him to reach that milestone compared to Lionel Messi? Yamal recorded his 50th and 51st strikes for Barca in their 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano in August 2026, achieving the feat…
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Team-mates, football authorities and public figures paid tribute to the player many consider the greatest of all time. Leer más
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From painful defeats to World Cup glory, Argentina's captain leaves behind an enduring legacy. Leer más
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A look back at some of the moments that defined Messi's career with his country. Leer más
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Superstar confirms his retirement from Argentina’s national team after more than two decades, marking the end of an era. Leer más
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Argentina superstar Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer on Monday, ending 21 years of national-team duty that were capped by winning the World Cup in 2022 to secure his place in the pantheon of the game's greatest ever…
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BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer on Monday after two decades representing Argentina.“It was a decision that hurt — and still hurts deeply — but I understand that the time has come,” the 39-year-old Messi said on his…
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National team skipper announces he is retiring from international football after leading Argentina to a second successive World Cup final; "It was a decision that hurt and still hurts deep in my soul but I understand that it is the right time," he reveals in post on Instagram.…
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MIAMI (AP) — Lionel Messi scored three times in the second half to finish off his first four-goal effort in MLS play while adding an assist, and Inter Miami scored six unaswered goals in a 7-1 romp over CF Montreal on Saturday night.Messi snapped a 1-1 tie in the 40th minute…
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You only get one chance to make a first impression in football, and Aston Villa’s Joao Gomes has joined former Chelsea, Manchester United and Real Madrid stars in making a debut memorable for all the wrong reasons. In any workplace, your first day is a case of getting your…
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