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The Greatest Soccer Players of All Time Ranked by Height

From 5'1" butterfly fillets to 6'11" behemoths, the world of soccer has seen a wide range of different physical statures impress.

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Lionel Messi has ‘quite a few doubts’ about football future after death of his father

Lionel Messi said on Wednesday that he is having doubts about continuing his career following the death of his father last week

The Guardian - UK

Fed says too little, RBI is too predictable. Both may have a problem

The US Fed and RBI face opposite communication risks: Kevin Warsh’s reduced guidance leaves markets uncertain about how the Fed will react, while RBI’s predictable rate decisions risk convincing investors that hikes are unlikely, potentially making future policy changes more disruptive.

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Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ ball on auction block

NEW YORK - The ball that Diego Maradona used to score his infamous “Hand of God” goal during Argentina’s win over England in the 1986 World Cup is expected to sell for $10 million at a US auction this month.

Bangkok Post

The Soccer Legends: Why the Greatest Names in Football Still Matter Before 2026

Every four years, the World Cup resets the clock on football's collective memory. New faces emerge, new records get chased, and yet the conversation always circles back to the same handful of names that defined what greatness looks like. As anticipation builds for the 2026 tournament, spread across the United…

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On the spot: 50 of the most famous – and infamous – Panenka penalties of all time

The 50th anniversary is the perfect time to remember 50 of the most famous – and infamous – attempts at the Czech’s chip

The Guardian - UK

New faces, gulfs in class and flawed drama: how 48 teams changed the World Cup

The first 48-team World Cup had its positives and negatives – do we need to brace for a 64-team future?

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World Cup, Ballon d’Or, Champions League, Euros … has Rodri completed football?

Plus: the most World Cup assists, Ballon d’Or winners with fewest caps and what happens to World Cup balls?

The Guardian - UK

Messi denied dream farewell as abject Argentina lose World Cup final

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Lionel Messi could have ended all debate over who is the greatest player of all time by winning another World Cup with Argentina on Sunday, but he was left in tears following Spain's 1-0 win.

Bangkok Post

How many times has Argentina reached the FIFA World Cup final? Complete history of the South American nation's journey

Argentina's FIFA World Cup Final: Argentina has reached seven FIFA World Cup finals, securing three championship titles. They won their first title in 1978 and their third in 2022. The team also finished as runners-up in three previous tournaments. Argentina's first final appearance was in the inaugural 1930 competition. They…

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi: Twenty years of genius, heartbreak, redemption and a legacy that will outlive football

From a frail boy in Rosario fighting a growth disorder to the man who conquered football's greatest stage, Lionel Messi's story is one of genius, heartbreak, redemption and immortality. As Argentina prepares for another World Cup final, the greatest player of his generation stands one match away from adding another…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 all records so far: Top scorers, goals, assists, clean sheets and historic milestones

FIFA World Cup 2026 records so far: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen numerous records shattered across its expanded format. Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer and assist provider in men's World Cup history. Spain's Unai Simon set a new record for consecutive clean sheet minutes in goal.…

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi’s Record for Argentina in World Cup Finals

Lionel Messi has carried Argentina to the 2026 World Cup final with 12 goal involvements.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina pay tribute to 1986 World Cup winners with special kit for England clash

Argentina’s rugby team gave a nod to their footballing counterparts ahead of the World Cup final

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi's World Cup greatness, one record at a time

The spotlight will be firmly on Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who is expected to play the final World Cup match of his career. The 39-year-old will become only the second player after Cafu to appear in three World Cup finals and heads into the decider after scoring eight goals, putting…

Evening Standard

How Lionel Messi could have played for Spain in World Cup final

Barcelona legend in line to deliver second straight World Cup for his nation

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Golden Ball: Full List of Winners

The World Cup Golden Ball is given to the best player at each tournament.

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“Sergio Agüero gave me Diego Maradona’s phone number. I texted him a selfie of myself with a Cuban cigar, and he replied by sending me a photo of himself with one too" Mario Balotelli on how he befriended El Pibe de Oro

How Balotelli’s cigar sparked up a kinship with one of the greatest footballers of all time

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Pele's 1958 FIFA World Cup final jersey sold for a whopping $5 million at US auction house

Pele's 1958 World Cup final shirt fetched USD 4.9 million at auction. This iconic jersey was worn during Brazil's first World Cup victory. The shirt is now the second most expensive football jersey ever sold. It trails only Diego Maradona's 1986 World Cup shirt. Pele, a three-time World Cup winner,…

Bangkok Post

Argentine superstition ramps up ahead of World Cup final

BUENOS AIRES (ARGENTINA) - Angst-ridden Argentine football fans are putting their faith in good luck rituals ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain.

The Times of India

Quote of the day by Diego Maradona: "I made mistakes, and I paid for them. But…" - the football legend's powerful message about mistakes and redemption

Diego Maradona's famous quote separates personal mistakes from the game's purity. He admitted his errors and paid consequences for them. The ball, representing football, remained untouched by his personal failings. This distinction highlights how a person's flaws do not destroy their passion. Maradona's words endure by acknowledging complexity without offering…

The Economic Times

Messi not done yet after inspiring Argentina to FIFA World Cup 2026 final

Lionel Messi inspired Argentina in the World Cup semi-final victory against England. He provided two crucial assists in the match, securing a 2-1 win. This victory propels Argentina into their second consecutive World Cup final. They aim to become the first team to retain the trophy since 1962.

France 24

'It is crazy': Argentina's Messi adds third final to his career after inspiring win against England

Lionel Messi edged Argentina closer to back-to-back World Cup titles with two late assists in a dramatic 2 to1 semi-final against England on Wednesday. The 39-year-old captain inspired the defending champions to overturn a one-goal deficit in the closing minutes, setting up Enzo Fernandez's equaliser before providing the cross for…

The Independent UK

Tens of thousands of Argentine soccer fans celebrate their team's World Cup semifinal victory

Tens of thousands of soccer fans have flooded the streets of Argentina’s capital in a collective eruption of ecstasy over their national team’s 2-1 victory over England to reach the World Cup final

International Business Times UK

Is FIFA Rigging the World Cup for Messi? Fans Demand Transparency After Late Argentina Goals Shatter England Hearts

England's World Cup hopes were dashed by Argentina's late goals, sparking fan outrage and allegations of bias. Despite suspicions, no formal evidence of manipulation has been presented.

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