The Latest Breaking News on Lionel Messi returns for Maracanã coronation against Brazil in crisis

FIFA opened a disciplinary case against the Argentine Football Association on Friday for alleged offensive player misconduct and violations of fair play at the World Cup final. FIFA cited its media and marketing regulations for prosecuting the case, which appears to relate to a boisterous celebration by players running through…

Far from the madding crowd in Argentina, Lionel Messi marked his return from his World Cup-winning exploits to domestic action with Paris Saint-Germain's second goal against bottom-of-the-table Angers.

The Qatar University space used by Lionel Messi throughout Argentina's successful World Cup campaign will soon be available to view as it is expected to be turned into a small museum

The Qatar University space used by Lionel Messi throughout Argentina's successful World Cup campaign will soon be available to view as it is expected to be turned into a small museum

Lionel Messi played a huge role in helping Argentina to their third World Cup title in Qatar and left one his teammates quivering during their first meeting ahead of the tournament

Lionel Messi played a huge role in helping Argentina to their third World Cup title in Qatar and left one his teammates quivering during their first meeting ahead of the tournament

Wales may have crashed out of a deeply problematic World Cup, but this is just the start of a nation's efforts to strut its stuff on the global stage

Argentina beat France on penalties after a thrilling 3-3 draw last Sunday, but plenty of people - largely in France - are unhappy at what went on and would like the match to be replayed

FIFA have confirmed they will be investigating the chain of events which led to the chef known as Salt Bae being allowed to hold the World Cup trophy following last week's final