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Lionel Messi to make Argentina farewell appearance in October

Lionel Messi was named in Argentina's squad on Tuesday for a friendly against Benin on October 6th, a match that will serve as his farewell appearance after he announced his international retirement last month.

Messi extends scoring streak against Nashville as Inter Miami battle to draw

Lionel Messi extended his incredible scoring streak against MLS-leaders Nashville on Saturday as Inter Miami battled to a 2-2 draw in their top-of-the-table Eastern Conference clash.

Lionel Messi agrees to purchase Spanish second-tier club Eldense

Spanish second-division side C.D. Eldense said on Wednesday that Argentine great Lionel Messi has reached an agreement in principle to become the club's new owner.

Messi, Kane & Mbappe all on Ballon d'Or shortlist, Vozinha gets Yashin nomination

Harry Kane, Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi have all made the ⁠30-man shortlist for the 2026 Men's Ballon d'Or, while Cape Verde's World Cup hero Vozinha ‌has been nominated for the Yashin award, organisers France Football announced ‌on Tuesday.

Lionel Messi sets up two goals for Inter Miami in draw with Atlanta United

Lionel Messi set up both goals for Inter Miami as the Major League Soccer champions drew 2-2 with Atlanta United on Saturday in the Argentina star's first match since announcing his retirement from international football.

Argentina preparing for long and difficult transition after Lionel Messi's farewell

The definitive goodbye of Lionel Messi seemed imminent. But the official announcement hit like a thunderstorm in Argentina on Monday, where they know a long transition is coming.

Lionel Messi never faced Bafana Bafana but does have South African connection

Lionel Messi never faced Bafana Bafana in his illustrious international career, but he did play against a South African team at Soccer City in 2018.

'Chapters are coming to an end': Emotional Messi retires from international football

Argentina legend Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football in an emotional statement, just over a month after his country's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.

A perfect 10 means a perfect performance: How Messi and Fernandes hit these heights

It is an absolute rarity to receive a 10 - the highest possible player rating on the Flashscore scale - as it usually is achieved by an extraordinary performance. Yet, over the past weekend, two players achieved just that: Lionel Messi and Bruno Fernandes. With stars of their calibre, it’s not all that surprising; both have long been among the most exceptional figures in world football.

Messi scores four as Inter Miami end poor run by putting seven goals past CF Montreal

Lionel Messi scored four goals as Inter Miami snapped their five-game winless streak with a 7-1 thrashing of struggling Montreal in Major League Soccer on Saturday.

Inter Miami bring in Kily Gonzalez in hopes of ending winless slump

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Thursday appointed his fellow Argentine Cristian "Kily" Gonzalez as new head coach of the reigning Major League Soccer champions.

Messi's 14th MLS goal of 2026 in vain as Miami's winless run continues

A goal from Lionel Messi wasn't enough as Inter Miami fell 2-1 at home to Toronto on Saturday for their fifth straight match without a win.

MLS fines Messi for striking opponent during Miami's draw with Philadelphia

Major League Soccer fined Inter Miami's Argentine superstar Lionel Messi an undisclosed amount on Friday for slapping Philadelphia's Quinn Sullivan on the back of the neck in the clubs' 2-2 draw on Wednesday.

Messi scores first goal since father's death in draw with Philadelphia

Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death but Inter Miami had to settle for a 2-2 Major League Soccer draw on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union.

Lionel Messi 'at peace' after father's death, says Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos

Nashville SC dominate Inter Miami in MLS as Lionel Messi misses penalty

Messi makes emotional return as Miami gets knocked out Leagues Cup

Lionel Messi made an emotional return Wednesday following his father's death and hints at retirement, but it wasn't enough for his Inter Miami side who were knocked out of the Leagues Cup in a 3-2 loss to Mexico's Leon.

Messi questions football future as he pens emotional tribute to late father

Lionel Messi said on Wednesday he is having doubts about continuing his career following the death of ⁠his father last week.

Lionel Messi says goodbye to father who guided him through legendary career

Argentina football icon Lionel Messi bid farewell Sunday to his father, the global star's emotional anchor and agent since childhood who passed away following a battle with cancer aged 68.

Inter Miami fall to Monterrey in Leagues Cup as Lionel Messi misses match

Lionel Messi was missing following the death of his father as Inter Miami lost 2-1 to visiting Monterrey on Saturday in a Leagues Cup match.

Newell's Old Boys confirm Lionel Messi's father and agent Jorge has passed away

Jorge Messi, the father and agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's childhood club Newell's Old Boys announced on Saturday.

Lionel Messi scores brace for Inter Miami in Leagues Cup win over Atletico San Luis

Lionel Messi scored twice on Wednesday to become the Leagues Cup's record goalscorer as Inter Miami beat Atletico San Luis 4-2 at home in the 2026 edition's opening group matches.

Former Barcelona icon Messi donates 80,000 euros to help combat Madrid wildfires

Barcelona and Argentina icon Lionel Messi has offered his support amid the Madrid wildfires.

MLS roundup: Lionel Messi returns in Inter Miami draw as Whitecaps, LAFC end level

Lionel Messi returned to Major League Soccer action after World Cup duty on Saturday, coming on in the second half as his Inter Miami side drew 2-2 with Columbus Crew.