Lionel Messi

• Transfer confirmed: Matías Galarza arrives on loan from River Plate until end of 2026 with buy option.
• Messi connection: Paraguayan midfielder...

Messi debuted with a modest 78 overall in FIFA 06 as a promising teen before climbing rapidly to 90 by FIFA 09.

• He dominated with a 94 rating in...

Lionel Messi has retired from international soccer after Argentina's 2026 World Cup final loss, ending his legendary 20-year career.

Messi's Instagram brand post displays his international stats as a bar receipt, spotlighting goals, assists, and minutes to cement his historical edge in the GOAT debate.

Messi's reported national team exit means Inter Miami gains from reduced travel and more rest during FIFA windows.

• At 39, fewer consecutive matches...

Multiple clubs have posted tributes to Messi, with Bayern's X/Instagram post styled as an Argentina retirement tribute. Barcelona has not posted anything yet, highlighting the gap between social media gestures and any official announcement.

Mateo Silvetti's return from a dislocated left shoulder offers crucial squad depth for Inter Miami ahead of their September 5 clash with Atlanta...

Beckham's Instagram tribute warmly celebrates Messi's Argentina achievements, stating his "legacy will live forever" and crediting him with inspiring...

Lionel Messi earns official recognition as MLS Player of the Matchday 23, adding to his standout performances this season.

Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina duty after 21 years, ending with the 2022 World Cup title and a national-record 125 goals that cement his place among the game's all-time greats. He will keep playing club soccer with Inter Miami.

Messi posted a handwritten Instagram note announcing retirement from Argentina after the 2026 World Cup final loss to Spain.

• He wrote the words July...

• Retirement reports: Messi announced his exit from Argentina via Instagram after the 2026 World Cup final loss and his father's passing, with Article...

• Argentina chapter closes: Messi retires internationally after 207 caps and 125 goals, citing personal reasons following the 2026 World Cup final.
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Messi announced his retirement from Argentina on August 31 after 21 years, calling the decision deeply painful yet the right time following the 2026...

Lionel Messi has moved ahead of Petar Musa in the 2026 MLS Golden Boot race as the regular season enters its stretch drive. The first tiebreaker is assists, followed by fewest minutes played.

After scoring four goals for Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and his three sons appeared in UE Cornellà jerseys to back the club he owns, highlighting a personal touch amid his ongoing on-field momentum.

• Age 39 and still Inter Miami's key attacker with market value at €17.2m.
• Contract runs until 31.12.2028.
• Career totals include 659 matches and 571 goals across competitions.
• Recent rest periods and thigh injury noted in 2026.

Messi's ownership of Catalan club Cornellà now extends his post-Barcelona ties into a family-centered chapter, with the 39-year-old and sons Thiago,...

Messi's four goals in Inter Miami's record 7-1 win delivered their first MLS victory since July 25, ending a five-game drought across all competitions...

• Camp Nou connection: The pair shared 117 Barcelona games and 25 combined goals over three seasons, winning LaLiga, Copa del Rey and more.
• Mutual...