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The extraordinary numbers behind Lionel Messi – and the all-time World Cup record now in his grasp

Analysis: Messi has long been called ‘incomparable’, but if that greatness manifested itself largely in the colours of Barcelona, it may have come later in life in the albiceleste of Argentina

The Independent UK

40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be?

In soccer, memorable goals are generally linked to the players who scored them. Few can be recalled without mention of the individual – or even the team – involved.

The Conversation

Argentina in the World Cup: 5 Moments That Defined a Nation

Argentina’s World Cup history is among the most fabled—and at times controversial—in the tournament’s story.

Sports Illustrated

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Incredible All-Time World Cup Records Lionel Messi Could Break This Summer

The greatest player of all time is on the verge of owning many of the World Cup’s most prestigious records.

Sports Illustrated

The greatest World Cup upsets... ever!

FourFourTwo revisits the 26 biggest upsets the World Cup has ever produced as Cape Verde add themselves to the list

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Quote of the Day by Diego Maradona 'I am black or white, I'll never be grey in my life' teaches character lesson, truth of life

Quote of the Day by Diego Maradona highlights the importance of courage. Taking a clear stand is not always easy. Sometimes it means facing opposition, criticism, or misunderstanding.

The Economic Times

Iran, Ukraine, Belfast & Albania’s ‘Flamingo Revolution’

In a week that began with President Trump pronouncing that a ceasefire extension was so close with Iran, two or three days max, and that would only take an hour to finalise. Hours later Tehran downed a US Apache helicopter off the Gulf of Oman with the crew rescued from…

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Why Brazil and Argentina fans are fighting in the streets of Bangladesh as World Cup begins

World Cup fever descends on this South Asian nation that has never seen its own team compete at the tournament

The Independent UK

The Most Uncontrollable World Cup Goal Celebrations of All Time

These World Cup goal celebrations were not only iconic, but also moments of pure, uncontrollable emotion spilling out in its rawest form.

Sports Illustrated

Mexico City counts down to 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium

Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches.

Euronews

Soccer Formations: The Best, Most Commonly Used, Styles of Play

These famous soccer formations have helped shape the beautiful game over the years.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup venues: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City

Sixteen stadiums in Mexico, Canada and the United States will stage the games during the first 48-team World Cup. RFI looks at the venues to be used between 11 June and 19 July.

Radio France Internationale

It’s World Cup week – will the hope, memes and dreams be as good as it gets?

In today’s Football Daily: has the World Cup already peaked?

The Guardian - UK

If this is Messi’s last World Cup, could he eclipse Maradona and win it twice?

After living in the Argentina idol’s shadow, the 39-year-old star of Qatar is still capable of a final glorious chapter

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FIFA 2026: From Maradona to Messi, every World Cup finds a hero. Who’s next?

The upcoming World Cup promises new stars. While legends like Messi and Ronaldo have had their moments, the focus now shifts to emerging talents. Spain's Lamine Yamal is a strong contender. France's Kylian Mbappe also looks set to shine. The tournament may reveal unexpected heroes, challenging established expectations.

The Economic Times

Argentina seeks a glorious end to the Messi era with another World Cup title

Argentina, seeking back-to-back World Cup titles, faces fitness concerns for key players, including Lionel Messi, ahead of the 2026 tournament. Messi, nearing retirement from international soccer, aims to cap his career with another championship, a feat not achieved since Brazil in 1962.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina 2026 World Cup Shirt Numbers: Messi Jersey, Full List Revealed

History will be made if Messi, as expected, turns out at his sixth World Cup.

The Independent UK

Why soccer fandom in Latin America feels almost sacred

Soccer devotion in Latin America extends far beyond the stadium

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The Guardian - UK

I read Gianni Infantino’s name-dropping, despot-fluffing book so you don’t have to

The Fifa president’s biography talks about magic a lot – and no wonder. There is no other way to explain his utterly ludicrous proximity to power

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi Chasing 64 Years of History After World Cup Call-Up

Messi’s Argentina is out to achieve what only two nations have ever accomplished in World Cup history.

The Independent UK

Not Maradona, not Messi – this is why Pele is the World Cup’s greatest-ever player

WORLD CUP’S GREATEST-EVER PLAYERS: The news is out: the only player to win three tournaments tops our greatest players of all-time World Cup leaderboard. And as Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney explains, nobody epitomised the World Cup and what it stood for more than the Brazil legend

The Independent UK

Pele, Maradona or Messi at No 1? The 50 greatest players in World Cup history

WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: With two weeks until the 23rd men’s Fifa World Cup in North America, The Independent sports team ranks the top-50 players in the tournament’s history – and now it’s time for the top-10 reveal.

FourFourTwo

‘Every time I saw Manchester United play, Scott McTominay stood out. I was surprised they allowed him to go’ Gary McAllister on a decision the Red Devils got wrong

The former Leeds United and Scotland star believes letting McTominay go was a huge mistake

The Conversation

Game changers: how soccer’s mega-money era was sparked by a little-known Belgian athlete

When famous soccer players come to mind, it is usually revered pioneers such as Pelé, Bobby Charlton and Diego Maradona.

Sports Illustrated

Pele Facts: Amazing Things You Didn’t Know About the Soccer Icon

Pelé is one of the greatest and most influential players in the history of soccer.

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