The Latest Breaking News from Lionel Messi

Muller Sends Two-Word Message After Messi Ties World Cup Goal Record

The two most recently faced off in the 2025 MLS Cup final, won by Messi’s Inter Miami.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 18

England’s second-half forward surge against Croatia fails to mask defensive frailties

Even as forwards shine, Dallas performance exposes shaky defence that may cost Thomas Tuchel and England dear come sharp end

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17

Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks World Cup Record in Lackluster Portugal Opener

The Portugal captain keeps making history.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 17

Messi adds another chapter to legend with record-tying treble

Lionel Messi delivered a stunning hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup victory. The 38-year-old star proved his enduring significance to the reigning champions. He now shares the men's all-time scoring record at the tournament. Messi's performance also marked his sixth World Cup appearance and 200th international match. His resilience was evident…

The Economic Times · Jun 17

Cristiano Ronaldo is holding Portugal back: and it wouldn't be good for football if he wins the World Cup

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo is the obvious weak link in Roberto Martinez' squad: yet if he wins this tournament, what does it say about football?

FourFourTwo · Jun 17

Mexico’s World Cup Record-Breaker Quitting Soccer After Tournament

The goalkeeper has matched Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo by going to a sixth World Cup in 2026.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 17

New Jersey Woman Shares Her Dad’s Elaborate World Cup Prep: ‘Don’t Sleep on the Stars and Stripes This Year’

Soccer fans only have once every four years to jump for joy for the FIFA World Cup. But a New Jersey dad’s preparation for the event is unlike any other, and his daughter, Alyssa Cronin (@alyssacronin13), shared his elaborate process on TikTok. “I’m like a World Cup maestro,” Cronin’s dad…

The Mary Sue · Jun 17

Who is the top all-time world cup goalscorer? – latest rankings

Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé are vying to become not just 2026 World Cup winners but also the greatest goalscorers in the history of the tournament. Here’s how they compare with others on the all-time list

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17

The number of World Cups Ronaldo has played in as he matches Messi’s record

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The Independent UK · Jun 17

SPO:Perfect 10: there's no business like Messi business

The greatness of Lionel Messi has taken the 2026 World Cup by the scruff of the neck with even superstar Erling Haaland laughing: "He is a madman!"

AAP · Jun 17