The Latest Breaking News from Lionel Messi

Who Is Lionel Messi's Father Jorge Messi? Everything You Need to Know After Viral Death Rumour

False reports about Jorge Messi's death spread online during Argentina's World Cup campaign, prompting apologies and retractions from media figures.

International Business Times UK · Jun 19

Sports quiz of the week: World Cup, US Open, Wimbledon and Royal Ascot

Have you followed the big stories in football, cricket, golf, tennis, athletics, rugby union, horse racing and MMA?

The Guardian - UK · Jun 19

World Cup: what’s just the right height for a soccer player?

It’s a Darwinian jungle out there in sportsland. Players with the right stuff are selected, and those without it end up on the sidelines. If you haven’t got what it takes, they won’t take what you’ve got.

The Conversation · Jun 19

Who is Jorge Messi? Lionel’s father under ‘medical supervision’ for health issue, family say

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The Independent UK · Jun 18

Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi Even in Golden Boot Market on Kalshi

Kalshi favored Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi to win the World Cup Golden Boot.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

Lionel Messi releases statement on father Jorge’s health and criticises media coverage

Messi was pictured in tears following his opening goal at the World Cup

The Independent UK · Jun 18

Ronaldo Left Reeling as World Cup Golden Boot Race Explodes, Spain Told to Stay Calm

Lionel Messi's hat-trick, Kylian Mbappé's record-breaking display, and Erling Haaland's debut heroics put Cristiano Ronaldo under pressure in the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot race.

International Business Times UK · Jun 18

2026 World Cup: The 12 Best Individual Performances of First Group Games

Many of the big names stepped up in the tournament’s opening matches.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

Numbers game: stats that tell stories from the first 24 World Cup matches

All 48 teams have played their first matches. From xG to assists to transfer value, here’s some of the more revealing bits of data

The Guardian - UK · Jun 18

SI:AM | Portugal Has a Cristiano Ronaldo Problem

The legendary striker is doing the team more harm than good, as evidenced by his poor play in a 1–1 draw against DR Congo.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18