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Messi to return to Estadio Monumental as Inter Miami face River Plate

Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi will return to the Estadio Monumental on January 19 when the Major League Soccer side face River Plate in a preseason friendly. The Buenos Aires exhibition will mark the first time the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner has ever played a club match on Argentine soil.

United States of America v Netherlands : Final - 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup France

Beckham and Rapinoe lead Hall of Fame class

A constellation of stars who defined the modern era of American soccer have been officially recognised for their contributions to the game. Icons including David Beckham and Megan Rapinoe lead the latest class of inductees to the National Soccer Hall of Fame. These legendary figures will be celebrated for their massive impact on both the international stage and the growth of the domestic game.

Messi effect sees Inter Miami dominate 2026 MLS attendance records

Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi continues to draw massive crowds across North America after the Florida club featured in eight of the 10 highest-attended MLS fixtures of 2026. Official regular-season figures released by the league also revealed that two of the Herons' road trips rank among the three largest single-match attendances in history.

Argentina v Benin - International Friendly

Aguirre warns Uruguay that Argentina remain tough test without Messi

Tigres striker Rodrigo Aguirre has cautioned his Uruguay team-mates against taking fierce rivals Argentina lightly following Lionel Messi's recent retirement from international duty. Interim head coach Diego Forlan will lead La Celeste into Friday's high-profile friendly showdown at La Bombonera during the final international window of the year.

Winners & Losers: Nashville make history, managers get the sack

Decision Day itself might not have been the most gripping thing, but records were set and some big franchises missed out on the playoffs.

Messi back in FIFPRO XI as Kane misses out

The 2026 FIFPRO Men's World 11 has been officially announced, featuring a mix of legendary veterans and record-breaking youngsters. However, the selection has sparked debate following the high-profile exclusion of Harry Kane, despite the England striker holding the 2026 Ballon d'Or.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Manila Digger	6	6	0	0	17	0	17	18	W W W W W
2	Maharlika	8	4	2	2	15	10	5	14	L D W W L
3	Davao Aguilas	5	4	1	0	22	3	19	13	W W D W W
4	Kaya FC	5	3	1	1	12	3	9	10	D L W W W
5	Stallion Laguna FC	7	3	1	3	16	15	1	10	L W D W L

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