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Lionel Messi makes Inter Miami return after hinting at retirement following father’s death

Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge, passed away last week at the age of 68

The Independent UK · 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.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

If Messi can, why can't Kohli and Rohit? Harbhajan Singh backs veterans for 2027 World Cup

Harbhajan Singh believes Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma can play in the next ODI World Cup. He stated that performance and fitness should determine player selection, not age. Messi's continued dominance at 39 serves as an example for the Indian veterans. Kohli's impact on team fitness and winning mentality is…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

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'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.

Euronews · Aug 13

Erling Haaland Image Found on Cocaine Bricks in Ecuador: Why Was the Footballer's Face Used?

Police seized 469kg of cocaine near Ecuador's Colombian border, but the footballer has no connection to the shipment.

International Business Times UK · 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.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

Messi returns but Miami knocked out of Leagues Cup

MIAMI - Lionel Messi made an emotional return on Wednesday following his father’s death and hints at retirement, but it wasn’t enough for his Inter Miami side who were knocked out of the Leagues Cup in a 3-2 loss to Mexico’s Leon.

Bangkok Post · Aug 13

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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 13

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.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 13

Five MLS Clubs That Could Sign Paul Pogba—Ranked

Paul Pogba has been linked to a move to MLS for the second-straight summer.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 12

Why Surprise MLS Club Is the Perfect Gamble for Former Barcelona, Arsenal Legend

Alexis Sánchez will face a wildly different set of challenges in Major League Soccer.

Sports Illustrated · 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…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Cristiano Ronaldo Puts Aside Rivalry to Support Lionel Messi After His Father’s Death

The five-time Ballon d’Or winner offered a heartfelt message to Messi.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 12

Newcastle’s ‘rock star’ plays the hits but will he find it hard to stay in Toon?

In today’s Football Daily: there’s a new man in the dugout at Newcastle

The Guardian - UK · Aug 12

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The Independent UK · Aug 12

Lionel Messi gives major retirement hint as he mourns father’s death

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Latin Times · Aug 12

Lionel Messi Says Goodbye to His Father in Heartbreaking Post and Questions His Future in Soccer

Lionel Messi has said goodbye to his father, Jorge Messi, in an intensely personal message that reveals how his father's deteriorating health affected him during the 2026 World Cup and, for the first time, raises serious questions about whether the Argentine superstar wants to continue playing soccer.

The Independent UK · Aug 12

Lionel Messi ‘not sure’ if he will play much longer as he pays emotional tribute after father’s death

Messi’s father and agent, Jorge, died at the age of 68 last week after battling a long illness

The Guardian - UK · Aug 12

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

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The Economic Times · Aug 12

Soccer: Messi pens emotional tribute to late father, questions own future in the game

Lionel Messi revealed doubts about his football future following his father's recent passing. His father, Jorge, died last week at the age of sixty-eight. Messi shared his grief and uncertainty in a heartfelt Instagram tribute to his father. He mentioned his father's wish for him to play in the last…

Sports Illustrated · Aug 12

Lionel Messi Contemplates Sudden Retirement in Heartfelt Tribute to Late Father

Messi cast the 2026 World Cup in a new, haunting light in a revealing open letter.

Digital Camera World · Aug 12

“There could be this moment of what happened with Maradona” –Photographer who captured iconic image of Messi holding the World Cup explains how he purposely missed other images to get it

Sports photographer Joel Marklund had an image in his head of Messi mirroring the late-great Maradona – and he was willing to miss some of the biggest World Cup 2022 moments to capture it

FourFourTwo · Aug 11

Why are there so few world-class left-wingers?

While there are plenty of right-wingers at the top level of football, things are sparser on the left... but why?

The Independent UK · Aug 11

Ballon d’Or odds: Kane favourite ahead of Yamal, Rodri and Mbappe

We take a closer look at the 2026 Ballon d’Or betting odds as bookmakers update their prices

Sports Illustrated · Aug 10

The 20 Greatest Soccer Goal Celebrations of All Time—Ranked

Whether a one-off moment of pure emotion or a trademark ritual, some goal celebrations have become part of soccer history.

International Business Times UK · Aug 10

Who Was Jorge Messi? Lionel Messi's Father and Longtime Agent Dies Aged 68 After Battle With Illness

Jorge Messi, father and longtime agent of football icon Lionel Messi, has died aged 68 in Rosario following private battle with illness

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