The Latest Breaking News from Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi’s Full Argentina Record, Every Trophy Won

The greatest player of all time has officially retired from international soccer.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 1

Lionel Messi in his 30s was one of the best international players ever

In the decade after his short-lived first retirement, the Argentina talisman upended previous narratives and solidified his place in history

The Guardian - US · Sep 1

Messi's Argentina Career Over? Kalshi Prediction Market Says Yes

Kalshi adjusted its price on Messi's retirement with his announcement.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 1

No more Messi nights for Argentina as skipper says adios to national squad

Fifa president Gianni Infantino led the tributes to Argentina skipper Lionel Messi, who announced his retirement from international football just over a month after playing in the 2026 World Cup final.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 1

Messi Comes Out as the Ultimate Potterhead: Fans Discover His International Soccer Goodbye Letter Was Written With a Harry Potter Pen

Lionel Messi needed three handwritten pages to say goodbye to Argentina's national team. But amid the emotional reflections, crossed-out words, and memories spanning more than two decades, fans found one small detail that added an unexpected touch of magic to the moment.

Latin Times · Sep 1

The First Three Key Tasks For Inter Miami’s New Manager

Inter Miami have a massive hill to climb if they hope to challenge for regular-season MLS supremacy.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 1

Messi legacy will 'live forever', says Beckham

The 39-year-old won the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and his last game for his country was Argentina's World Cup final defeat against Spain in July. Messi's brilliance for Argentina and Barcelona made him one of the world's greatest ever players.

The Economic Times · Sep 1

Back-to-school season in France sees tighter rules on mobile phones

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 1: It's back-to-school season in France, this time with tighter rules on mobile phones. In other news, local opposition to data centres across the US and Europe could be a spanner in the works of the AI revolution. Finally, in footballing news, Lionel Messi retires…

France 24 · Sep 1

Barcelona breeze past Rayo but all eyes in Spain remain on Julián Álvarez

Hansi Flick is very happy to welcome Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona – but Julián Álvarez remains the ultimate prize

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1

Argentina: Lionel Messi announces end of international career

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football after 207 appearances for Argentina. With 125 goals to his name, he is by far the top scorer in his national team’s history.

France 24 · Sep 1