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Three Takeaways From USMNT’s Victory Over Canada That Sealed Perfection

The Stars and Stripes have won every single match post-2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 7

Messi bids farewell to Argentina fans in emotional international finale

Lionel Messi said farewell to Argentina fans Tuesday in an emotional final international appearance, scoring in a 3-0 win over Benin at Buenos Aires's Monumental Stadium as 85,000 supporters celebrated a career that brought the country its long-awaited 2022 World Cup triumph.

France 24 · 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

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Sidelined Eel earns Lebanon World Cup call-up

Mitchell Moses and Adam Doueihi's withdrawal from the Lebanon squad has led to Mohamed Alameddine earning a call-up for the Cedars' World Cup campaign.

AAP · Oct 7

Why sons of PNG legends were forced to skip World Cup

Cooper Bai and Lachlan Lam headline a depleted 23-man Papua New Guinea squad assembled by coach Jason Demetriou.

AAP · Oct 6

Lionel Messi bids Argentina adieu with goal and two assists in 3-0 win over Benin – as it happened

The 2022 World Cup champion was given a raucous sendoff with plenty of pomp and circumstance. Read Pablo Iglesias Maurer’s minute-by-minute report.

The Guardian - US · Oct 6

Harry Kane scores best goal of the Tuchel era to show what England were missing at the World Cup

England 3-0 Czech Republic: Harry Kane scored twice on the night of his record-equalling 125th cap after a bizarre own goal by Vladimir Coufal in the Nations League

The Independent UK · Oct 6

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Harry Kane doubles up on landmark night as England cruise past Czechia

England won 3-0 against Czechia in the Nations League at Wembley, Harry Kane scoring twice to mark his record-equalling 125th cap

The Guardian - UK · Oct 6

Argentina bids Messi farewell in final national team match, ending an era

Argentina is preparing an emotional goodbye to Lionel Messi

The Independent UK · Oct 6

Fifa reportedly allowed DR Congo into World Cup despite ineligible player in qualifying

Fifa allowed the Democratic Republic of the Congo to compete at this summer’s World Cup despite reports suggesting an internal investigation found that the country had fielded an ineligible player in qualifying

The Guardian - UK · Oct 6

Lionel Messi’s Landmark Argentina Moments in Pictures

The legendary forward will retire after his 208th and final outing.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

Lionel Messi set for Argentina farewell as Buenos Aires braces for emotional night

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The Independent UK · Oct 6

Ranking All 25 Nominees for the 2026 Golden Boy Award

Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, Barcelona and Real Madrid can all point to talented nominees.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

Mikaela Shiffrin explains bold move to shift focus away from slalom this season

Shiffrin claimed her second Olympic gold medal in Italy earlier this year

The Independent UK · Oct 6

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Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

From Devil to Deity: How Lionel Messi Rewrote His Argentina Story

Messi’s first international retirement in 2016 felt a lot different compared to his sendoff a decade later.

The Independent UK · Oct 6

Gianni Infantino under fire again over Lionel Mpasi World Cup scandal

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Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

Tim Ream’s Important Role in the Growth of American Soccer

The 39-year-old center back retired from the U.S. men’s national team after two World Cups and 86 appearances.

The Independent UK · Oct 6

Gianni Infantino faces fresh World Cup eligibility scandal over goalkeeper who played against England

Lionel Mpasi faced England at the World Cup, but questions have now been raised over his eligibility

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Evening Standard · Oct 6

England’s most-capped male players as Harry Kane closes in on record

Harry Kane has the Three Lions goal record, and will soon have the appearance record

The Independent UK · Oct 6

Lionel Messi prepares for his final match for Argentina

Expect lots of tears when Lionel Messi plays his last game for Argentina

The Guardian - UK · Oct 6

From France to Old Reigatians: the most inspiring sides in rugby history

The most memorable teams aren’t always the the most famous – and the key ingredients have remained the same for many years

AAP · Oct 6

Leckie moves on from World Cup heartbreak

Mathew Leckie was injured in the Socceroos' World Cup campaign but isn't thinking about the Asian Cup as he focuses on Melbourne City.

The Independent UK · Oct 6

Lionel Messi is leaving international football with grace. Cristiano Ronaldo could never

COMMENT: Messi is retiring from international football at the right time, writes Will Castle, while his supposed ‘GOAT debate’ counterpart continues to chip away at his own legacy

The Economic Times · Oct 6

Harmanpreet Kaur: The records, milestones and achievements that define her India career

Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women's cricket team after a remarkable tenure. She is celebrated for numerous achievements including India's first senior women's World Cup title in 2025. Harmanpreet was the first Indian cricketer to play in 100 and then 200 T20 internationals. Additionally, she…

The Economic Times · Oct 6

As Harmanpreet Kaur steps down, four names emerge in India women’s cricket captaincy race

Smriti Mandhana appears the frontrunner after years as Harmanpreet’s deputy, but Deepti Sharma’s all-round leadership, Jemimah Rodrigues’ rise and Richa Ghosh’s leadership potential give India several options for the next phase.

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