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‘Very complementary’ - Why Ronaldo & Messi in MLS could work

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi would be “very complementary” in the same team, Rene Meulensteen has told GOAL, with CR7 being backed for a move to MLS Cup winners Inter Miami if he lands the Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr. The Portuguese GOAT is closing in on another crown in the Middle East, which could lead to him exploring future options elsewhere.

Messi rival explains why he laughed in face of Argentine GOAT

Obed Vargas has opened up about his memorable on-field confrontation with Lionel Messi, admitting he was overwhelmed by the absurdity of being targeted by his childhood idol. The former Seattle Sounders midfielder explained that his laughter during the 2025 Leagues Cup clash was a product of disbelief rather than a lack of respect.

Why Messi saw hat-trick goal for Inter Miami cancelled in Cincinnati win

Lionel Messi inspired Inter Miami to a dramatic comeback victory against FC Cincinnati, yet he was controversially denied a 61st career hat-trick by Major League Soccer officials. Despite seemingly finding the net three times during the match, a technical ruling regarding a late deflection saw the league credit the decisive third strike as an own goal instead.

Messi can't be stopped as Miami rally twice to beat FCC in thriller

The Argentine made the difference as usual in a wild, chaotic attacking game that saw Inter Miami trail twice before overcoming FC Cincinnati.

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€400m transfer package required for Mbappe as he enters CR7 & Messi bracket

Kylian Mbappe’s dream move to Real Madrid has quickly hit a rocky patch, leading to intense speculation regarding his long-term future in the Spanish capital. Finance experts have now revealed the eye-watering figures required to sign the Frenchman, suggesting only a few destinations on earth could facilitate such a deal.

Messi revealed as top earner in MLS as Miami top spending charts

Lionel Messi is set to make a league record $28.3 million this year, more than all but two MLS clubs' total payroll, the MLSPA revealed in its release of salary data Tuesday afternoon. The Inter Miami star's intake has increased nearly 40 percent since last year. Other top earners included LAFC's Son Heung-Min, Miami's Rodrigo De Paul, and San Diego's Chucky Lozano.

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Messi salary dwarfs Son in MLS wage reveal

The full extent of Lionel Messi’s financial impact on Major League Soccer has been laid bare following the latest release of official salary data. While the Argentine superstar continues to dominate on the pitch for Inter Miami, the figures confirm he remains in a league of his own when it comes to compensation in North America.

Reguilon reveals six-figure sum he'll pay for pet dog transfer

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami team-mate Sergio Reguilon is preparing to pay a massive $135,000 to fly his beloved pet dog to Florida on a private jet. The former Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid defender, who joined the 2025 MLS champions in January, is determined to reunite with his furry companion in the United States, valuing his pet above all else.

Ronaldo told SPL title ‘can never be compared’ to Messi in MLS

Former France defender Frank Leboeuf has harshly criticised Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting that an impending Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr cannot match Lionel Messi's transformative impact at Inter Miami. The pundit claims heavy club investments, rather than individual brilliance, are truly responsible for any Middle Eastern silverware the Portuguese veteran secures.

Red Bulls legend BWP backs England to win the World Cup

Mic'd Up: The New York Red Bulls great and Apple TV broadcaster had his name etched into his home stadium, but ahead of the World Cup, his focus lies elsewhere

One month out: Five burning questions for the World Cup

There are questions to be asked about the USMNT, and plenty of storylines from top South American teams with the tournament looming.

De Paul proves his worth to Inter Miami, Pec sends timely reminder

The LA Galaxy got a timely victory, and Inter Miami continued their strong road form in another compelling week of MLS.

Messi makes the squad! Argentina announce provisional World Cup team

Lionel Scaloni has officially unveiled Argentina's massive 55-man provisional squad for the 2026 World Cup, headlined by legendary captain Lionel Messi. As the Albiceleste prepare to defend their global crown in North America, the manager has mixed established icons with rising stars from the Premier League and beyond. However, the announcement has caused a stir across the footballing world as several high-profile names, including a 40-cap Serie A veteran, found themselves entirely omitted from the longlist.

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Messi insists 'very special' Neymar 'deserves' Brazil World Cup call-up

Lionel Messi has thrown his weight behind former team-mate Neymar, insisting the Santos superstar "deserves" to be part of Brazil's World Cup squad despite his recent struggles with injury. The Inter Miami captain described his close friend as a "very special" talent who remains one of the finest players on the planet.

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Er ist am 29.08. 1973 in Krumbach (Bayern) geboren.

Ja, Thomas Tuchel war vor allem als Libero in der Abwehr aktiv. Am 01.07. 1998 fand seine Profikarriere wegen einer Knorpelverletzung im Knie ein offizielles Ende. In seiner Karriere kommt er unter anderem auf acht Einsätze in der 2. Bundesliga, 68 in der Regionalliga Süd und zwei im DFB-Pokal.

Ausgebildet beim TSV Krumbach und dem FC Augsburg, spielte Tuchel später noch bei den Stuttgarter Kickers und dem SSV Ulm 1846. Mit Augsburgs U19 feierte er zwei Mal den Gewinn des A-Junioren-Pokals (1990/91, 1991/92), mit Ulm kürte er sich zum zweimaligen Landespokal-Württemberg-Sieger (1994/95, 1996/97) und einmaligen Deutschen Amateurmeister (1995/96).

Die Liste ist lang: Bereits im Jugendbereich ist er zwei Mal Deutscher A-Jugend-Meister geworden (2004/05, 2008/09), später Deutscher Pokalsieger (2016/17), Deutscher Meister (2022/23), zweimaliger Französischer Meister, Superpokalsieger sowie einmaliger Ligapokal- und Pokalsieger (2018/19, 2019/20). Darüber hinaus wurde er Champions-League-Sieger (2020/21), UEFA-Supercup-Sieger und FIFA-Klub-Weltmeister (2021/22).

Ein Mal. Das Kunststück gelang ihm in der Saison 2020/21 mit dem FC Chelsea.

Er trainierte zahlreiche Top-Teams und demzufolge auch Stars - hier eine Auswahl: Kylian Mbappe, Neymar Jr., Thiago Silva, Harry Kane, Ousmane Dembele, Marco Reus, Thomas Müller und Kai Havertz.

Vereine als Trainer: Jugend-Coach beim VfB Stuttgart, FC Augsburg und 1. FSV Mainz 05 (2000-2005, 2005-2008, 2008-2009), 1. FSV Mainz 05 (2009–2014), Borussia Dortmund (2015–2017), Paris Saint-Germain (2018–2020), FC Chelsea (2021–2022), FC Bayern München (2023-2024), England (seit 2025)

Das Vermögen des Trainers belief sich 2023 wohl bereits um die 25 Millionen Euro, mittlerweile dürfte es noch höher liegen. Als England-Coach verdient er etwa fünf Millionen Euro pro Jahr, bei seinen vorherigen Stationen war sein Gehalt zumeist höher.

Er ist Vater zweier Töchter.

Von 2009 bis 2022 war er bis zur Scheidung mit seiner Frau Sissi verheiratet. Im gleichen Jahr begann seine Beziehung mit der brasilianischen Unternehmerin Natalia Guerreiro Max.

Ein Mal. Nach seinem Champions-League-Triumph mit dem FC Chelsea (2020/21) wurde er auch als Weltclubtrainer und Europas Trainer des Jahres ausgezeichnet. Als weitere Trainerauszeichnung ist die Wahl als VDV-Trainer der Saison 2015/16 während seiner Zeit beim BVB zu nennen.

Da sein Augenmerk besonders auf einer akribischen Arbeitsweise und taktischen Finesse liegt, wurde er schon "Taktik-T-Rex" getauft. Wegen seiner Vorliebe für Ausflüge ins benachbarte Ulm wurde er als Jugendlicher "Schicki-Micki-Thomas" getauft.

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