'Messi wanted to retire at Barca' - La Liga president TebasLa Liga president Javier Tebas has revealed that Lionel Messi was "close" to a return to Barcelona prior to signing for Inter Miami.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Man City's Rodri slams Ballon d'Or for prioritising 'money'Manchester City star Rodri says he wasn't surprised to be left off the Ballon d'Or's top three list as the award prioritises "money and advertising".RodriManchester City
Why Messi at 2024 Olympics in Paris is far from ‘simple’Javier Mascherano has an “obligation” to select Lionel Messi in Argentina’s squad for the 2024 Olympics, but admits a decision is far from “simple”.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Like Leo! Hamilton transfer boasts Messi-esque shock factorLewis Hamilton’s transfer from Mercedes to Ferrari boasts Lionel Messi-esque shock factor, says Formula 1 star Alex Albon.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Messi or Brady? JJ Watt answers football vs NFL GOAT questionJJ Watt has sided with Lionel Messi in a GOAT debate between the football icon and NFL legend Tom Brady, with Thierry Henry in full agreement.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Why Liverpool star Salah isn’t in Messi & Ronaldo categoryEgypt legend Mido has explained why Mohamed Salah is not in the same category as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when it comes to leadership.M. SalahL. Messi
‘Dream’ – Messi offered captaincy in Olympic gold medal bidLionel Messi has been offered Argentina’s captaincy at the 2024 Olympics, with Thiago Almada saying it would be “a dream” to have the GOAT on board.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
'Messi & Ronaldo together would have been a bomb!’Dani Carvajal can’t pick between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in GOAT debate, but admits seeing them in the same side “would have been a bomb”.L. MessiC. Ronaldo
‘Tough toodles’ – Angry Messi fans in Asia told to ‘get lost’Angry Lionel Messi fans in Hong Kong have been told to “get lost” and that the Inter Miami superstar’s absence from a friendly is “tough toodles”.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
‘Could I stop Messi?’ – Bold shout from NBA ‘villain’ BrooksDillon ‘The Villain’ Brooks has boldly claimed that he could “probably” stop Lionel Messi if he was as invested in football as he is basketball.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
‘Nothing without Messi’ – Why MLS star trumps Taylor SwiftLionel Messi is doing more for MLS than Super Bowl-bound Taylor Swift is for NFL, with American soccer told it’d be “nothing” without the Argentine.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Messi reunited with family after Inter Miami's shambolic tourLionel Messi looks happy to have returned to his family after Inter Miami's disastrous run of globe-trotting fixtures.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Chinese officials CANCEL Argentina friendlies in Messi rowThe Beijing Football Association have cancelled two Argentina friendlies after Lionel Messi failed to play for Inter Miami against Hong Kong.L. MessiArgentina
Diego Costa joins Gremio as Suarez replacementEx-Chelsea star Diego Costa has joined Gremio on a free transfer after the Brazilian side lost Luis Suarez to Inter Miami.GremioChelsea
Another Argentine for Messi? Inter Miami target $8m RedondoInter Miami are reportedly looking to bring another Argentine in alongside Lionel Messi, with Federico Redondo lined up for an $8m (£6m) transfer.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
'Slap in the face' - Fans offered refund after Messi no-showAngry fans in Hong Kong have been offered a 50% refund on their tickets following Lionel Messi’s no-show in a friendly fixture featuring Inter Miami.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Still time at Inter Miami? Mourinho reveals Messi dreamJose Mourinho has named Lionel Messi as the player he would most like to have worked with, and there may still be time for that dream to come true.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Messi and CR7 together?! Chelsea's Ramirez lists dream dinnerChelsea’s new signing Mayra Ramirez named her dream dinner table, including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Colombian legend Carlos Valderrama.C. RonaldoL. Messi
📽️ | VIDEO: Ronaldo rattled as he calls for 'more' Messi chantsCristiano Ronaldo looked a little rattled as he called for Al-Hilal fans to sing "more" Lionel Messi chants during Thursday's Riyadh Season Cup.C. RonaldoL. Messi
Messi superfan goes viral for Twitter reaction to Ronaldo accountA Lionel Messi superfan has gone viral for defending his hero, after a Cristiano Ronaldo fan account labelled the Argentinian a "disgusting leader".L. MessiC. Ronaldo
Ronaldo beats Messi as highest-paid athlete in the world 💰Cristiano Ronaldo was the highest-earning athlete in the world in 2023, while Inter Miami star Lionel Messi came third in the list.C. RonaldoL. Messi
Messi told he 'should never be allowed' back in Hong KongLionel Messi played in a friendly in Japan after missing a match in Hong Kong, leaving fans seething about his lack of involvement.L. MessiHong Kong Team vs Inter Miami CF
Martino offers injury update on Messi after Japan friendlyLionel Messi came on as a substitute against Vissel Kobe and Inter Miami boss Tata Martino has provided an update on the Argentine's injury situation.L. MessiClub Friendlies
📽️ | Messi cracks up after Miami team-mate misses two penaltiesInter Miami superstar Lionel Messi couldn't contain his laughter after team-mate Robert Taylor missed two penalties in eventual defeat to Vissel Kobe.L. MessiMajor League Soccer
Miami asked to explain why Messi played against Vissel KobeThe Hong Kong government has asked for explanations from Inter Miami as to why Lionel Messi was able to play against Vissel Kobe.L. MessiHong Kong Team vs Inter Miami CF
Every Messi touch cheered in Japan after Hong Kong boosLionel Messi was given a warm welcome by fans in Japan despite only being named on the bench for the start of Inter Miami's game against Vissel Kobe.L. MessiVissel Kobe vs Inter Miami CF