As Argentina opened their FIFA World Cup defence with a Group J match against Algeria on Monday night, Lionel Messi made the stage his own by smashing a sensational hat-trick. In the process, the ...

Spanish midfielder says he has ‘huge confidence’ in his abilities after his impressive performances as a substitute.

Algeria have formally approached FIFA over a series of refereeing decisions during their 3-0 defeat to Argentina at the FIFA World Cup 2026. The North African side believe Lionel Messi should have ...

SOME World Cup viewers were left raging after Lionel Messi escaped seeing red after a dodgy-looking challenge against Algeria. Messi, 38, took centre stage with an incredible hat-trick on his return ...

New Manchester City midfielder Elliot Anderson has said England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina still pains him Chelsea have lost patience with Manchester City over the latter’s interest in ...

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo inspire the ultimate football showdown as their iconic skills, finishing, passing, and ...

Lionel Messi has conquered almost every peak in world football, but the 2026 World Cup semi-final will provide the legendary No.10 with a brand-new experience. England stand between the 39-year-old ...

Nico O'Reilly is eager to face Lionel Messi as England prepare to take on Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals.

Spain Mikel Merino says tackling Lionel Messi is a "huge challenge" in this weekend's World Cup against Argentina (MAURO PIMENTEL) 'I really doubt I'll carry on': Messi sees end of football career in ...