‘Who Does He Think He Is?’—Lionel Messi Put on Blast by Ex-Barcelona President Messi’s frosty relationship with Joan Laporta has been dragged back up. Sports Illustrated · Oct 12
Lionel Messi’s Argentina career turned football into a sacred mystery Jorge Messi wanted his country to fall in love with his son. That ambition was fulfilled during a brilliant international career that ended this week The Guardian - US · Oct 7
Messi Ends His Argentina Career With a Goal, 2 Assists, and 85,000 Tears — Final Cap Reveals Man Behind Legend Messi bowed out with a penalty and two assists in a 3–0 win over Benin. Here's everything you need to know about the farewell, the grief, and what's next. Latin Times · Oct 7
Lionel Messi Remembers Late Father Jorge in Tearful Farewell Speech After Final Argentina Game Lionel Messi became emotional during his final Argentina appearance, scoring in a 3-0 win over Benin before thanking supporters and remembering his late father, Jorge. International Business Times UK · Oct 7
Argentina vs Benin: Lionel Messi retires from international football career with a goal Lionel Messi has officially retired from his international soccer career after scoring in Argentina's recent win against Benin. He leaves with a remarkable record of 125 goals and 68 assists for his nation. Messi has previously contributed to Argentina's victory in the World Cup and Copa America titles. Before exiting,… The Economic Times · Oct 7
Why Did Lionel Messi Retire From Argentina? Football Star Cites World Cup Loss And Father's Death Lionel Messi has retired from international football, ending a 21-year career with Argentina marked by a World Cup win, personal loss, and a legacy as the nation's top scorer. International Business Times UK · Sep 1
Is Lionel Messi a Potterhead? The Harry Potter Pen He Used To Write His Emotional 'Goodbye' Message Lionel Messi's retirement announcement featured a Harry Potter-themed pen, sparking curiosity about his fandom. While his wife is a known Potterhead, Messi's own interest remains speculative. International Business Times UK · Sep 1
'It hurts!' Lionel Messi retires from international football Lionel Messi is hanging up his boots on the international stage after a glittering 20-year career. BANG Premier · Aug 31
Lionel Messi retirement: How Argentina’s most painful era became his greatest legacy Lionel Messi has retired from international football after a 21-year journey with Argentina. He leaves as the nation's record appearance-maker and leading scorer. Messi's career saw early disappointments before major triumphs like the Copa America and World Cup. He adapted his game to remain influential for Argentina at an older… The Economic Times · Aug 31
Lionel Messi Retires From Argentina After Heartbreaking World Cup Defeat: 'I Have Nothing Left To Give' Lionel Messi retires from international football after Argentina's World Cup defeat and his father's death, ending a 20-year career with the national team as its top scorer and most-capped player. International Business Times UK · Aug 31
After Argentina Farewell, When Will Lionel Messi Retire From Inter Miami? The soccer legend is still at peak form for the South Florida side. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Lionel Messi Hints at Uncertain Future in Emotional Retirement From International Soccer The world’s greatest player has taken his final bow on the global stage. Sports Illustrated · Aug 31
Argentina great Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football The decision comes shortly after the death of his father, Jorge Messi, which prompted the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain player to consider his future. Euronews · Aug 31
Lionel Messi Keeps Mixing Business With Pleasure—It’s No Longer a Smart Choice New manager Kily González will need to turn things around for an increasingly-dysfunctional Inter Miami, but is he right for the job? Sports Illustrated · Aug 28
Sports Illustrated · Aug 21 Lionel Messi Handed Punishment After Inter Miami’s Heated Brawl With Philadelphia Union The MLS Disciplinary Committee came to a decision on Friday regarding the heated tensions that occurred between Inter Miami and Philadelphia Union on Wednesday night.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 20 Four Key Takeaways From Inter Miami’s Heated Duel With Philadelphia Union Lionel Messi scored his 13th goal of the season, but it wasn’t enough for Inter Miami to claim all three points.
The Economic Times · Aug 20 Lionel Messi scores emotional first goal since father Jorge Messi's death Lionel Messi delivered an emotional performance, scoring his first goal for Inter Miami since the death of his father, Jorge Messi. Against the Philadelphia Union, Messi's goal was a poignant reminder of his father's profound influence on his career. Despite the emotional moment, the match ended in a 2-2 draw,…
Latin Times · Aug 16 Grief, a Missed Penalty, and a Rout: Messi's Return Goes Wrong in Nashville Messi's first start since his father's death ended in a missed penalty, a yellow card, and a 4-1 loss at Nashville that dropped Miami further off the pace.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 15 Will Lionel Messi Start in Inter Miami’s Pivotal Clash vs. Nashville SC? The Herons have a chance to take over the Supporters’ Shield lead on Saturday.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 15 Inter Miami Boss Issues Public Plea As Lionel Messi Returns After Father’s Death The Argentine returned to a standing ovation at the Nu Stadium on Wednesday.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 Four Key Takeaways From Inter Miami’s Dire Leagues Cup Campaign The Herons must refocus on other competitions after failing to perform to their usual levels.
Euronews · Aug 13 'I really doubt I'll carry on': Messi sees end of football career in farewell to his father The Argentinian footballer has published an open letter bidding farewell to his father and agent Jorge Messi, who died on 8 August in Rosario after a long illness. In it, the Argentina captain admits he is unsure whether he will carry on playing.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13 Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami Return After Father’s Death Inspires Emotional Outpouring Inter Miami look ahead to Saturday’s top of the table clash with Nashville SC.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Inter Miami vs León: Is Lionel Messi hinting at quitting football? Here’s what he said In a heartfelt moment after winning the World Cup, Lionel Messi remembered his father, Jorge, who died at the age of sixty-eight. Messi articulated the emotional challenge of guiding Argentina to the championship, expressing second thoughts about his soccer career. The outpouring of support from fans and peers for the…
The Economic Times · Aug 12 Quote of the day by Lionel Messi, 'I don't know what I'm going to do without you; I don't know how to go on. All I ever did was play soccer, and now I have serious doubts about whether I'll keep doing it for much longer. You were by my side from the very beginning, and we were so close to the end' pays timeless emotional tribute to father Jorge Messi, shows love, respect for parenting, family, reveals deepest bond behind his football journey Lionel Messi Quote is emotional tribute to his late father, Jorge Messi. The iconic statement offers a touching look at the family bond behind his legendary football career. Messi reflects on the profound loss of the man who supported him from the very beginning, sharing heartfelt doubts about how life…