Lionel Messi
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In a scathing remark on Argentina’s recurring woes in global football, former coach and captain of the South American country, Diego Maradona, says he would have loved to see Lionel Messi retire from international duties after Russia 2018. Image shows Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona at the 2010 World Cup Maradona, 57, says he…
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In response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s rant that Real Madrid have always “erroneously” placed him second to Don Alfredo di Stefano, who is considered a legend at the Santiago Bernabue, the club says both are recognized for their immeasurable contributions but will never match each other for some reasons explained below. Let me tell you…
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Ahead of the 2018 Best FIFA Men’s Award, football coaches have given their opinions on individual nominees but your vote might swing the results if you act now. Voting closes Monday 10 August, 2018. Among the list of selected players for this year’s FIFA Men’s Player award are Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Kevin De Bruyne, Eden…
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria will lock horns with their Argentinean counterparts Thursday (7pm GMT+1) at the St. Petersburg Stadium in Russia, and football lovers all over the world are anticipating a surprise-filled match. Team Nigeria lost their first encounter with Croatia (2-0) but showed great discipline against Iceland, a highly commendable effort which earned…
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Celia Cuccittini has begged football lovers on behalf of her son, Lionel Messi, following his penalty miss against Iceland during Argentina’s opening match at the 2018 World Cup. Image shows Messi and Celia Cuccittini says the famous No. 10 has cried and suffered to achieve his elusive World Cup dream with La Albiceleste. Speaking ahead of…
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Lionel Messi on Saturday missed a spot-kick during Argentina’s 1-1 draw with Iceland, and the regrettable moment which could have boosted his side’s World Cup dreams at Spartak Stadium in Moscow, instead, aroused doubts that the Barcelona hit-man is ready to kiss the trophy. Image shows Lionel Messi vs Iceland Messi captains Argentina national team, and…
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Lionel Messi admits Argentina is not one of the favorites to win the 2018 World Cup, yet, he says his dream of kissing the World Cup trophy is achievable only if five countries are eliminated from the global tournament. Image: Lionel Messi Speaking ahead of the football competition which kicks off on 14 July in…
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Lionel Messi is a household name all over the world, even in the least football nation, but his image in Argentina is far from that of an underground king who is yet to wear a crown. Despite his numerous accolades in the round leather game, Messi’s football achievements with Barcelona will never compare to Diego…
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In the aftermath of Barcelona’s Spanish league victory, a second to their earlier success in Copa del Rey, Cristiano Ronaldo has asked Lionel Messi to remember the difference between UEFA Champions League and La Liga. Ronaldo jeered at Messi shortly before La Blaugranas wrapped up their successful league campaign and the Portuguese footballer has since…
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Matias Messi, one of the elder brothers to Lionel Messi of Argentina and Barcelona FC, was arrested last weekend in Buenos Aires for his involvement in a car crash and threats of violence against the other driver. Javier Rivera, 24, told reporters that the Barcelona star’s elder sibling fled the scene after taking the gun out…
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