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The magnificent Son Heung-min falls just short of breaking Messi’s incredible record

Son matches Messi while dealing with ‘delusional’ expectations

Son Heung-min has proven he remains one of the world's most elite creators after a historic performance for LAFC that saw him match a record previously set by Lionel Messi. The South Korean international dismantled Orlando City in a 6-0 rout, cementing his status as the premier playmaker in Major League Soccer.

Video: With Ronaldo in attendance, Messi makes his mark with a header in a long-awaited event

Argentinian star scores a historic goal but Inter Miami are held to a draw

It wasn’t Messi, but this player scored the first goal at Inter Miami FC’s new stadium

Luis Suarez saves Inter Miami in shaky Nu Stadium debut draw

Inter Miami needed late heroics from Luis Suarez to salvage a point after being largely outplayed by Austin FC in a mixed inaugural showing at their brand new stadium. Lionel Messi, inevitably, grabbed a goal, but the visitors created the better chances throughout and Miami were fortunate to walk away with a 2-2 draw on opening night.

The Best FIFA Football Awards 2022 - Show

Hakimi: I didn’t enjoy playing with Messi

The Moroccan star: I felt like a junior player because of El-Barghout

Manchester City FC v Real Madrid CF - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg

Mbappé responds: Did he regret it after PSG won the Champions League following his departure?

The French star talks about Ronaldo, Messi, and Enrique... and reveals the easiest position on the pitch

‘Like when WWE comes to town’ - Has Messi fever peaked in MLS?

Questions are being asked of whether Lionel Messi fever in MLS has peaked, with Inter Miami’s GOAT roadshow being likened to the travelling WWE extravaganza. Audiences will flock to watch superstar performers when that particular sporting circus passes through their town, but is mass appeal retained over a long period of time? Former USMNT star Kasey Keller believes Messi-mania may have plateaued in the United States.

Mbappe shares 'unbelievable' Messi training story from PSG days

Kylian Mbappe has offered a fascinating glimpse into what it was like to share a training pitch with Lionel Messi during their time together at Paris Saint-Germain. The Real Madrid superstar admitted he was left stunned by the Argentine's metronomic consistency in front of goal.

'They're calling us' - Garber discusses MLS signing stars, pro-rel

MLS Commissioner Don Garber backed MLS to continue to invest in top European talent in an appearance on the Late Run. The executive, who oversaw the acquisitions of David Beckham and Lionel Messi, asserted that MLS no longer has to reach out to the top stars of the global game. He also touched on the possibility of promotion-relegation being a part of the league's future.

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Argentina v France: Final - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Video: One table... A child snatches the World Cup from the hands of Messi, Ronaldo and Mbappé

A promotional advert featuring four stars in a rare scene

📽️ | Ronaldo, Messi, Mbappe & Vini Jr star in Lego World Cup ad

The road to the 2026 World Cup has officially taken a brick-built turn as football’s biggest icons have been transformed into LEGO form. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo lead an all-star cast that includes Real Madrid duo Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr in a new advert that is certain to break the internet.

Video: Saudi journalist: Messi is overrated!

The Argentine star was crowned World Cup champion in 2022 with the Argentina national team

How Messi & Barca inspired NBA dynasty of Curry's Warriors

NBA superstar Klay Thompson has explained how Lionel Messi and Barcelona helped to inspire the dynasty enjoyed in basketball circles by Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors. Argentine GOAT Messi starred for the Catalan giants alongside the likes of Ronaldinho and Neymar, with Pep Guardiola introducing ‘tiki-taka’ to the world. Similar principles have been embraced in California, allowing major silverware to be secured.

Messi, Ronaldo and Mbappe star in LEGO’s FIFA World Cup 2026 collection

Iconic players, hidden easter eggs and World Cup hype collide in LEGO form.

Scaloni: Messi will reach his 1,000th goal without any trouble

Argentina's manager says: 'I'll sit down with La Pulga in this situation'

Frequently asked questions

: Enzo Fernandez plays as a central attacking midfielder, a central midfielder, or as one of the two holding midfielders in a double pivot for Chelsea.
: Enzo Fernandez was born in San Martin, Buenos Aires, in Argentina.
: Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea's most expensive signing ever, wears the No. 8 jersey at the club and is a versatile option in midfield.
: Enzo Fernandez stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He has a combative style of play and has become an integral part of the Chelsea XI.
: Enzo Fernandez weighs 78kg (172 lbs). The Argentine international relies on his physicality, although he has a bigger influential when he orchestrates play from deeper positions by playing line-breaking passes.
: Enzo Fernandez played for local club Club La Recova at a very young age, before joining the River Plate academy in 2007, at the age of six.
: Enzo Fernandes has two children with his wife Valentina Cervantes - a daughter named Olivia and a son named Benjamin.
: Enzo Fernandes is married to Argentine social media influencer and model Valentina Cervantes.

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