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Lionel Messi returns for Maracanã coronation against Brazil in crisis

Being cheered by fans of Argentina’s greatest rivals at the scene of his most painful defeat would be another career highlight

The Guardian - UK

Lionel Messi admits 'hand of Marcelo Bielsa' behind shock Argentina defeat to Uruguay

Former Argentina boss leads team to surprise victory in World Cup qualification

Evening Standard

Lionel Messi's 8th Ballon d'Or trophy celebrated by Inter Miami in exhibition match

Lionel Messi celebrated his 8th Ballon D'Or win with Inter Miami fans, hoisting the trophy in a pregame ceremony. He was welcomed by MLS Commissioner Don Garber, Inter Miami owners, and the crowd. Messi thanked the Miami fans for making him feel at home and expressed hope for more titles…

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Lionel Messi wins eighth Ballon d'Or as Aitana Bonmati claims women's award

Lionel Messi claimed his eighth Ballon d'Or during a glamorous ceremony in Paris on Monday, while Spain's World Cup champion, Aitana Bonmati, secured the women's accolade.

The Times of India

Messi plays entire game for Inter Miami in 1-0 loss as Charlotte qualifies for the MLS playoffs

Charlotte FC qualified for the MLS playoffs with a 1-0 win over Inter Miami, with Messi playing the entire game. 66,101 fans watched Messi, adorned in “Messi 10” jerseys; Messi had two scoring chances, one negated by an offside call

The Hindu

Otamendi scores in Argentina's 1-0 win over Paraguay, Messi plays as sub

Argentina win 1-0 vs Paraguay; Messi struggles on return from injury. Lionel Messi hit the post twice after coming off the bench, but Argentina managed to beat Paraguay 1-0 in a World Cup qualifier. Defender Nicolás Otamendi scored the only goal in the 3rd minute. Messi, returning from injury, failed…

The Hindu

Messi’s US Open Cup final absence a reminder age always takes its toll

The 36-year-old was unfit to play in Miami’s defeat to Houston on Wednesday night. The club should consider calling time on his epic, remarkable season

The Guardian - US

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Messi says PSG did not honour World Cup win despite video of ceremony

Lionel Messi has criticised his former club, Paris St-Germain, although his attack seems to be built on shaky ground

The Guardian - US

Lionel Messi skips Argentina's last practice before World Cup qualifier in Bolivia

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi was notably absent from Argentina's recent practice session on the eve of their World Cup qualifying match against Bolivia.

The Times of India

Messi’s free-kick goal gives Argentina 1-0 win over Ecuador in World Cup qualifier

Lionel Messi scored from a free kick in the 78th minute to give Argentina a 1-0 win against Ecuador in the first round of South American World Cup qualifying on September 7.

The Hindu

Louis van Gaal claims Qatar World Cup was fixed for Lionel Messi and Argentina to win

Argentina beat Netherlands on penalties in the quarter-finals en route to victory in Qatar

The Independent UK

WATCH: Lionel Messi scores after lovely team move on MLS debut for Inter Miami

The Argentine came off the bench and netted his first regular season goal for the club in their win over New York Red Bulls

FourFourTwo

Everyone wants a piece of Messi in the US. That could be a problem for Miami

The Argentinian scored another brilliant goal to cap his MLS debut on Saturday night. But at 36 can he satisfy demand at stadiums across America?

The Guardian - US

Evanston’s Jake Zivin providing soundtrack to Lionel Messi’s scoring on Apple TV

As the lead play-by-play voice alongside analyst Taylor Twellman on Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass, Zivin figures to call more of Messi’s goals.

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The Guardian - US

Joy, celebrity fans and suspect defending: Lionel Messi’s first few weeks in Miami

The Argentinian has transformed his new team since he arrived in the US. And the effects are being felt beyond his new home in south Florida

The Hindu

From Parisian hate to Miami love — Messi finds himself at home

Lionel Messi left Barcelona in tears in 2021, but found a new home in Miami. After a nightmare in Paris, he was welcomed with open arms and has since led Inter Miami to their first trophy in the inaugural Leagues Cup 2023. Messi has scored 10 goals in seven games…

FourFourTwo

WATCH: Lionel Messi scores sensational strike as Inter Miami win Leagues Cup

The Argentine attacker has transformed the fortunes of the Florida club since his signing and already has a trophy to his name in USA

The Independent UK

‘Best in the world’: Lionel Messi guides Inter Miami to first trophy with Leagues Cup victory over Nashville

Messi’s scored his tenth goal in just seven games as Inter Miami won on penalties

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Sports Illustrated

Sports World Was Left Dumbfounded by Lionel Messi’s Goal in Leagues Cup Final

The 36-year-old superstar set social media ablaze with a magical strike in the Leagues Cup final.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Lionel Messi’s goal had MLS fans all roasting Philadelphia Union goalkeeper Andre Blake

Was he actually starstruck?

USA Today Sports Media Group

Pablo Torre hilariously breaks down missing a Messi goal because he was getting chicken fingers

Chicken tenders are delicious. I get it.

The Times of India

Lionel Messi scores twice as Inter Miami crush Atlanta United 4-0

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi's impact in the United States continued to astound fans as he led Inter Miami to a resounding 4-0 victory over Atlanta United in the Leagues Cup, securing their spot in the knockout rounds. In his first start for his new club, the Argentine World Cup-winner proved…

The Guardian - US

Lionel Messi scores twice in opening 22 minutes in first start for Inter Miami

Making his first start for Inter Miami, Lionel Messi scored twice in the first 22 minutes in a Leagues Cup match against Atlanta United on Tuesday

USA Today Sports Media Group

Lionel Messi’s two early goals for Inter Miami had soccer fans joking that he’s too good for MLS

This Lionel Messi fellow might be too good for MLS.

The Hindu

Miami and MLS roll out the red carpet for their Messi-ah

Lionel Messi's move to MLS has set off a 'butterfly effect' for US soccer. His arrival, along with other big names, has given the US a golden chance to make a name in men's soccer. The 2026 World Cup, to be co-hosted by the US, Mexico and Canada, will be…

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