The supposed love triangle that Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez finds himself at the centre of has taken a new twist, with Wanda Nara furiously denying that she was looking to enter into an affair with the Argentina international. The former wife of Galatasaray striker Mauro Icardi was said to have messaged Fernandez behind the back of his partner Valentina Cervantes.
Lionel Messi has hinted that he will form part of Argentinaâs squad at the 2026 World Cup, with the all-time great expecting that event to be âextraordinaryâ. Questions have been asked of whether Messi, who will turn 39 next summer, will grace another international tournament. He is, however, excited about what the United States, Canada and Mexico have to offer.
Lionel Messi has responded to Cristiano Ronaldoâs claim that winning the World Cup is not something that he is overly concerned about, as success in that competition will not define his legacy. Messi has savoured success on the grandest of stages and considers his triumph with Argentina at Qatar 2022 to be the âultimateâ accolade in his record-shattering career.
Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo insists his football legacy will not be "defined" by whether he matches Lionel Messi's success at the World Cup. The Al-Nassr star appears to have performed a U-turn based on his latest interview, after initially claiming it would be a "dream" to lift the famous trophy before retiring. However, the icon has now insisted it does not matter what happens at next summer's tournament.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been told that his GOAT battle with eternal rival Lionel Messi is ânot even closeâ, with former Brazil international Filipe Luis explaining why Argentinaâs iconic No.10 is the undisputed greatest of all-time. The ex-Atletico Madrid and Chelsea defender has faced plenty of iconic figures down the years, and considers Messi to be the pick of the bunch.
Lionel Messi has expressed his strong desire to compete in the 2026 World Cup with Argentina next summer, saying it would be "wonderful" to get the chance to defend his nation's title of World Champions and play in the tournament for the sixth time in his glittering career. But the Inter Miami superstar explained that he wants to feel good about himself physically if he is to take part, so that he can "contribute and be important" for Lionel Scaloni's side.
A senior sports official claims that Saudi Arabia has turned down an offer to sign Lionel Messi on a short-term stint ahead of the World Cup. The MLS season is currently at its playoff stage and will run until early December, and is expected to return again next February for the 2026 season. The season will then go on a break next summer for the showpiece event before resuming in August.
Alejandro Garnacho has been sent a stern warning by Argentina World Cup winner Oscar Ruggeri and been told what he must do to earn a recall to the national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Once touted as one of Manchester Unitedâs brightest gems, Garnachoâs career has suddenly hit a roadblock. After months of tension and fractured relationships at Old Trafford, Garnachoâs move to Chelsea this summer was supposed to provide him with a reset. However, that has not been the case yet with the forward.
Lionel Messi has revealed his GOATS from basketball and tennis while describing Argentina legend Diego Maradona as his "greatest idol". The eight-time Ballon dâOr winner reflected on the various icons who helped inspire his journey from a boy in Rosario to a global superstar. In his eyes, no one stands taller in the football world than Maradona, the legendary forward who inspired the Albiceleste to the 1986 World Cup.
Lionel Messi has revealed the key criteria that will determine whether or not he lines up for defending champions Argentina at next yearâs World Cup. The virtuoso forward is enjoying life in America with Inter Miami, but will turn 39 during next yearâs tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico, and his inclusion in the Argentina squad is not guaranteed.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo continue to defy age and expectations after being named among the 26 finalists for the 2025 Menâs FIFPRO World 11 on Monday. The Argentina and Portugal superstars have been rewarded for their efforts in 2024-25 by being included on the star-studded list alongside Ballon dâOr winner Ousmane Dembele and Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal.
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez reportedly finds himself caught up in a love triangle featuring his long-term girlfriend Valentina Cervantes and Wanda Nara, the former wife of fellow Argentina international Mauro Icardi. Surprising rumours have been circulating in South America as Cervantes stars on the nationâs version of Celebrity MasterChef - a show that is hosted by Nara.
Lionel Messi is ânearing the end of a wonderful storyâ, admits Javier Saviola, but the Argentine GOAT is considered to have one more World Cup left in him. Messi has played cards close to his chest regarding possible involvement at the 2026 finals, but the expectation is that he will form part of the Albiceleste squad when they stage a defence of their global crown next summer.
Lionel Messi proved his class once again when sending a heartfelt message to Argentinaâs promising youngsters after seeing them suffer an agonising defeat to Morocco in the FIFA U20 World Cup final. The Albiceleste are the current holders of the global crown at senior level and had been hoping to capture another in the youth ranks. Messi has offered his support after seeing that dream crushed in dramatic fashion.
An update on Lionel Messiâs contract situation at Inter Miami claims that âfinal detailsâ are in the process of being thrashed out. It has been reported for some time that the Argentine GOAT is preparing to commit his future to the Herons. They are understandably keen to get a deal done as Messi looks to make history as the first player to claim back-to-back MVP awards in MLS.
Argentina captain Lionel Messi provided two assists in the 6-0 win over Puerto Rico, reaching 60 total to surpass Neymar (58) and Landon Donovan (58) as the top assist-maker in menâs international football history. Messi is also just two assists away from 400 in his professional career. Argentina wrapped up their U.S. tour with another dominant performance in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Lionel Messi could be faced with the prospect of demolishing his âŹ11 million (ÂŁ9.5m/$12m) mansion in Ibiza as controversy continues surrounding the 16,000 square metre property, which was built on protected land without the necessary permits. Messi bought the mansion in 2022 but has faced a series of recent issues, such as when climate activist group Futuro Vegetal vandalised the property last year.
Lionel Scaloni has shut down speculation linking Roma forward Matias Soule with a potential switch to Italy, calling such talk âimpossibleâ. The Argentina boss made it clear that the 21-year-old remains firmly in his plans for the Albiceleste. Scaloni hailed the youngsterâs growth at Roma and described him as Argentinaâs âfutureâ ahead of their friendly against Puerto Rico.
After missing Argentinaâs first friendly of the October window, Lionel Messi has rejoined the national team and could feature against Puerto Rico on Tuesday at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The captain skipped the Venezuela match to play for Inter Miami but is now back in full training with Lionel Scaloniâs squad.
Chelsea are holding their breath after key midfielder Enzo Fernandez withdrew from international duty with a knee problem. Fernandez joined up with the Argentina squad earlier this week having played the full 90 in Saturday's 2-1 win over Liverpool. The Blues star, who played 78 minutes of Argentina's 1-0 win over Venezuela in the early hours of Saturday morning, has since returned to London.
Gio Lo Celso grabbed the only goal as Argentina eased to a 1-0 win over Venezuela in a rather drab international friendly held at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium. The World Cup holders were a little languid as the game wore on in the absence of Lionel Messi, who was rested, but did enough in the first half to secure a narrow win.
Lionel Messi was rested for Argentinaâs friendly against Venezuela, a 1-0 win, at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday, keeping alive the possibility he could feature for Inter Miami against Atlanta United on Saturday. Earlier in the day, head coach Javier Mascherano said Messiâs availability would depend on whether he played against Venezuela, noting that Argentina would make the final decision.
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