Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez has admitted that the squad is bracing for a highly emotional evening as the era of Lionel Messi draws to a close. Following a dominant friendly victory over Bolivia, the Inter star turned his focus toward the upcoming tribute match for the national team's greatest ever player.
Barcelona and Spain sensation Lamine Yamal has finally opened up about the emotional conversation he shared with Lionel Messi following the 2026 World Cup final. The teenage superstar was seen embracing the Argentine GOAT in a moment that truly felt like the ultimate changing of the guard in global football.
Lionel Messi’s brilliance was cancelled out as Inter Miami fell to a 2-1 defeat against Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. A late capitulation, punctuated by Santiago Morales’ dismissal, allowed the hosts to snatch all three points in stoppage time.