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Bold predictions for WC: Neymar in? Messi tops goals record?

GOAL takes a look at the wild storylines that could take centerstage this summer, headlined by predictions involving the sport's biggest stars

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Mbappe's 'longevity' to match Ronaldo & Messi questioned

Kylian Mbappe has seen his “longevity” questioned, with doubts cast over whether the Real Madrid and France superstar can emulate certain achievements of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Jeremie Aliadiere is a big fan of his fellow countryman, but has told GOAL why chasing down the target of 100 international goals may prove difficult for the most fearsome of forwards.

Messi remains magical, but did Atlanta get it wrong with Tata?

Matchday 2 of MLS brought a signature comeback win for Inter Miami, and a continuation of form for the Red Bulls. But it might be time to worry about Atlanta.

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📽️ | Autograph hunter?! Messi brutally trolls Orlando coach

Lionel Messi appeared to brutally troll Orlando City coach Oscar Pareja after inspiring Inter Miami to a comeback derby victory over Florida rivals. The South American superstar was at his unstoppable best when bagging a brilliant brace in a 4-2 win for the Herons. After netting his second of the game, the Argentine GOAT appeared to ask Pareja if he wanted his autograph.

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📽️ | Messi bags brilliant brace to inspire Inter Miami comeback

Lionel Messi bagged a brilliant brace for Inter Miami as the Herons secured their first competitive victory of 2026 and got the defence of their MLS Cup crown up and running. The Argentine GOAT helped to inspire a 4-2 derby victory over Florida neighbours Orlando City, with Javier Mascherano’s side rallying from a two-goal deficit to pick up three precious points at Inter & Co Stadium.

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Inter Miami reportedly set to visit White House

Inter Miami will reportedly visit the White House to commemorate the team's 2025 MLS Cup win in a ceremony on March 5. It is scheduled two days before the Herons' MLS match against D.C. United. Miami beat the Vancouver Whitecaps last December to lift its first league title.

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📽️ | Messi tackled by pitch invader during chaotic friendly

Lionel Messi was tackled to the turf by a pitch-invading fan during Inter Miami’s chaotic friendly clash with Independiente del Valle. The MLS Cup winners had been due to face Ecuadorian opponents on February 13, but the contest had to be rearranged. It eventually took place in Puerto Rico on February 26, with Argentine GOAT Messi among the stars on show.

How Ochocinco’s soccer obsession led to The Late Run

EXCLUSIVE: The former NFL star discusses launching GOAL’s The Late Run with Ochocinco and the roots of his love for the beautiful game.

🎥 | The Late Run with Ochocinco debuts with Bert Kreischer

Chad Ochocinco Johnson and Rahimovic sit down with comedy legend Bert Kreischer for a conversation that goes everywhere: soccer culture in Florida, Messi mania in Miami, the World Cup 2026 “last dance” talk, and the comedy Mount Rushmore. Bert retells The Machine origin story, breaks down what makes a great comedian, and somehow ends up pledging to become a real soccer fan.

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Messi reveals 'romantic' way he proposed to wife Antonela

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi has revealed the "romantic" way he proposed to childhood sweetheart Antonela Roccuzzo during their time in Barcelona. Messi first met Antonela when he was just five years old and the couple went on to marry in 2017 in a huge event in Rosario, Argentina. The family now live in Miami with their three young sons Thiago, Mateo and Ciro.

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'A man of the people' - Brady praises Infantino for World Cup changes

NFL icon Tom Brady has delivered a glowing assessment of FIFA president Gianni Infantino, crediting the administrator's "tremendous leadership" for the evolving landscape of global football. Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the seven-time Super Bowl champion has become an increasingly prominent figure in the soccer world. Having taken a minority stake in Birmingham City and recently visited AC Milan to link up with Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Brady is now lending his significant cultural weight to the build-up for the first-ever 48-team tournament.

'What an idiot' - Messi regrets not learning English

Inter Miami and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has admitted that he regrets not learning English when he was younger. The 38-year-old spent the majority of his career in Spain with Barcelona but now plys his trade in the United States in Major League Soccer. Messi says the language barrier has left him feeling "half ignorant" at times when he has met other "incredible and spectacular personalities."

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Font reveals Messi talks as he vows to 'finalise' Barca homecoming

Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font has revealed he has had conversations with club legend Lionel Messi over a potential return to Camp Nou if he wins next month's elections. Font says he wants to give Messi the chance to say goodbye to Barcelona "in whatever way he chooses" and is also willing to offer him the role of honorary president at the club.

Frustrated Messi, Bradley’s RBNY among MLS Week 1 winners, losers

MLS’s opening weekend delivered surprise results and standout performances - but also plenty of drama and controversy, even from its biggest star, Lionel Messi.

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Guardiola’s All-Time Best XI: Is This the Ultimate Manager Dream Team?

No stats, just pure chaos. A 34-second clip names the greatest team built from Pep Guardiola's former players, and it just set a new bar for football debates.

Laporta claims Messi refused to greet him at 2023 Ballon d'Or ceremony

Barcelona president Joan Laporta claims that Lionel Messi refused to greet him when both men attended the 2023 Ballon d’Or ceremony. Argentine icon Messi was, on the back of his World Cup triumph with Argentina, the star of the show that night as he collected a record-extending eighth Golden Ball. He had no desire to meet up with a familiar face from Camp Nou.

Frequently asked questions

: Jude Bellingham's strongest position on the pitch is as the central attacking midfielder in the #10 role; however, he has show tremendous adaptibility by playing either as a false 9 or as a central midfielder, while also occasionally functioning as a left midfielder.
: Jude Bellingham was born in Stourbridge, in the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley, West Midlands, in England.
: Jude Bellingham dons the No. 5 jersey at his current club Real Madrid. It was a dream come true moment when he was presented with the No. 5 shirt during his Real Madrid presentation as his idol, Zinedine Zidane, also wore the No. 5 shirt during his five-year stint at the club as a player.
: Jude Bellingham stands at 1.86m (6ft 1in). Despite his tall frame, he is adept at dribbling past opponents and often uses his physicality to shield the ball.
: Jude Bellingham weighs 75 kg (165 lbs). His low weight, combined with his height, allow him to be extremely agile.
: Jude Bellingham started his youth career at Birmingham City, the club he supported ever since he was a kid.
: Jude Bellingham turned 21 in 2024 and does not have any children yet.
: Jude Bellingham hasn't exchanged vows just yet, but he is believed to be dating Dutch fashion model Laura Celia Valk.

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