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Scaloni in tears ahead of Messi’s possible Argentina farewell WCQ

The Argentina coach was emotional when asked about Messi, who could be playing his final World Cup qualifier on home soil

Argentina v Australia: Round of 16 - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Who will be Messi's successor? Argentina boss Scaloni speaks out

Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni has spoken on the future post-Lionel Messi as a possible farewell to international football on home soil looms.

Argentina v Colombia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'I'm here to ruin Messipalooza!' - Venezuela boss sends warning

Lionel Messi could play his last ever World Cup qualifier in Argentina against Venezuela but has been warned the visitors will not make life easy.

Messi makes surprise appearance at 'Rocky' theatre play

Argentina star Lionel Messi made a surprise appearance on stage after being picked out of the audience by 'Rocky' actor and friend Nico Vázquez.

'No one is prepared' - Messi sent Argentina retirement warning

Lionel Messi has been urged to “think very carefully” about international retirement with Argentina as “no one is prepared” for that decision.

Retirement plan? Argentina will 'enjoy Messi while we have him'

Argentina will “enjoy Lionel Messi while we have him”, with Lionel Scaloni saying the all-time great has “won the right to decide when he retires”.

Inter Miami CF v Orlando City - Leagues Cup Semifinal

Messi indicates September could mark last WCQ in Argentina

The Inter Miami star revealed that his entire family will be present at the Monumental for what he called “very special” match

Messi yet to decide if he will play for Argentina at World Cup

Lionel Messi is yet to decide on whether to represent the Argentina national team at the 2026 World Cup in North America, amid his fitness concerns at Inter Miami. Lately, the World Cup-winning Argentina captain has been struggling with injuries, having missed the club's previous two matches and clocking just 45 minutes on the pitch in his last five outings.

Evra wants 'Marvel movie' Messi vs Ronaldo World Cup final

Former Manchester United star Patrice Evra is hoping to see Lionel Messi face Cristiano Ronaldo in the 2026 World Cup final in the U.S. as he labelled the high-voltage clash as the last 'Marvel movie'. Evra also backed his ex-Red Devils colleague to spend the final years of his career in MLS and compete against Messi's Inter Miami.

Inter Miami CF v SE Palmeiras: Group A - FIFA Club World Cup 2025

Jose Manuel Lopez earns first Argentina call-up for qualifiers

The 23-year-old has impressed Lionel Scaloni with 15 goals across 42 matches this year since arriving from Lanús in 2022

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Di Maria insists Messi 'has to play at 2026 World Cup'

Lionel Messi’s future at the 2026 World Cup has been the subject of heated debate, but Angel Di Maria has put the discussion to rest. The Argentina legend will turn 39 by the time the tournament kicks off, however, Di Maria insists that Messi simply has to be in the squad, describing the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner as a player 'from another planet' and comparing him to Diego Maradona.

Mexico deny reports of Argentina friendly, confirms Ecuador

The Mexico-Ecuador match will take place on Oct. 14 during the October FIFA window

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Why Messi & Ronaldo needed each other to become GOATs

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been told their record-breaking careers may not have happened had they not had “friendly competition”.

Argentina v Mexico: Group C - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Argentina, Mexico reportedly set to face off in October

The two national teams will meet for the first time since the 2022 Qatar World Cup

Argentine FA accused of breaking £15m Messi visit agreement

The Argentine Football Association has been accused of breaking a £15 million deal for Lionel Messi and Co. to visit Kerala and play two friendlies.

'Culture of winning has to change' - Cantors on Poch, Messi

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📽️ | Messi gets jumbotron treatment but avoids Coldplay drama

Lionel Messi and wife Antonela Roccuzzo got the jumbotron treatment at Coldplay’s latest concert, but managed to avoid any drama.

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Inter Miami add De Paul from Atletico Madrid via loan deal

Inter Miami officially announced the addition of De Paul, who will initially join the club on loan

LuLu Forex & LuLu Finserv Partner with the Argentine Football Association

LuLu Forex & LuLu Finserv announce partnership with Argentina FA

LuLu Forex & LuLu Finserv become the Regional Fintech Partner of AFA in 10 countries.

GOAL's Hall of Fame: Diego Maradona - the god of football

Other legends may have won more trophies than the Argentine No.10 but nobody carried teams quite like 'El Pibe de Oro'

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Messi told he's playing 'PlayStation' in MLS & should LEAVE

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has been urged to leave MLS before the 2026 World Cup as playing “PlayStation” soccer in America is “not healthy”.

Spain vs Argentina Finalissima date decided

Spain and Argentina will meet in a Finalissima clash next March if World Cup qualifying goes to plan, with venue talks underway across three nations.

Messi backed to complete Newell's Old Boys homecoming transfer

Lionel Messi is being backed to complete an emotional homecoming transfer to Newell’s Old Boys, amid questions of his future at Inter Miami.

'He's still got it' - Ronaldo debunks Messi walking myth

Brazil legend Ronaldo has debunked the myth that Lionel Messi walks too much, with the Argentine GOAT tipped to shine at another World Cup.

‘Doesn't run! - Messi's Barca homecoming emphatically ruled out

A Barcelona homecoming for Lionel Messi has been ruled out, as the Argentine GOAT “doesn’t run”, while a possible retirement date has been set.

Barca return ahead of World Cup makes perfect sense for Messi

The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner won't be much use to his country next year if he continues to play at a lower level

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: Bournemouth were formed from the remains of a local club called Boscombe St. John's Institute Football Club and was renamed to Boscombe F.C. in 1899. More than 20 years later, the club changed its name to Bournemouth and Boscombe Athletic Football Club, before renaming themselves to AFC Bournemouth in 1971. Fun fact: the 'AFC' in AFC Bournemouth is not an abbreviation, it's just a part of the name.
: American businessman Bill Foley, in a partnership with Cannae Holdings Inc, completed the total takeover of Bournemouth in December 2022. Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan and Kosmos Founder Nullah Sarker lead the minority ownership group.
: Bournemouth's stadium is the Dean Court, commonly known as Vitality Stadium for sponsorship reasons. Bournemouth have been playing their games at this venue since December 1910.
: Vitality Stadium has a capacity of 11,307, making it the second-smallest ground in Premier League history in terms of capacity, behind Luton Town's Kenilworth Road.
: Bournemouth have not won a single major trophy yet.
: Bournemouth have not won any Premier League / first division titles throughout their history. However, they bagged 48 points in the 2023-24 campaign, their best-ever tally.
: Cherries legend Steve Fletcher, who spent 19 years of his 24-year playing career at Bournemouth, is the club's record-appearance maker. Fletcher, a forward by trade, made 728 appearances for the club and scored 121 goals.
: Ron Eyre scored 229 goals in 378 games for Bournemouth between 1924 and 1933, making him the club's all-time top scorer.
: Dominic Solanke, Aaron Ramsdale, Callum Wilson, Nathan Ake, Jermain Defoe, Eddie Howe, and Gavin Peacock are some of the most famous players to have played for Bournemouth. The club even managed to sign George Best at one point!
: Harry Redknapp, Sean O'Driscoll, and Eddie Howe are among Bournemouth's most prominent managers ever.
: Bournemouth are nicknamed The Cherries. While there's some debate regarding the origins of the nickname, it is widely believed that it is based on the cherry-red striped jerseys that the team plays in. Secondly, it is also believed that the nickname is derived from the cherry orchards in the Cooper-Dean Estate, located right next to Dean Court.

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