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The Digest: Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has hinted that the 2026 World Cup may be Lionel Messi's final appearance at the tournament. Speaking ahead of Argentina's friendly against Zambia, Scaloni said he will do everything possible for the 38-year-old to be there and wants him to enjoy what...

The Digest: Barcelona President Joan Laporta has publicly defended his 2021 decision to let legendary player Lionel Messi leave the club. Citing severe financial difficulties and LaLiga's salary regulations, Laporta stated that Messi's departure was necessary to restore the club's economic...

The Digest: Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has criticized his team's performance despite a 2-1 friendly victory over Mauritania at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires. Scaloni insisted that his players "did not play a good game" and were "not at their level" during the encounter. Enzo Fernández...

The Digest: Lionel Messi scored the 71st free-kick goal of his career during Inter Miami's 3-2 victory over New York City FC in Major League Soccer, overtaking Brazilian legend Pelé on the all-time list. The 38-year-old Argentine's deflected set-piece left NYCFC goalkeeper Matt Freese stranded...

The Digest: Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi has scored his 900th career goal, becoming only the second male footballer in history to reach the milestone after Cristiano Ronaldo. The Argentine World Cup winner achieved the feat in the 10th minute of Miami's CONCACAF Champions Cup second leg...

The Digest: Former Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has ruled out any possibility of Lionel Messi returning to the Catalan club, directly blaming president Joan Laporta. In an interview with La Vanguardia, Xavi stated: "Leo Messi is never coming back to Barcelona, because Laporta doesn't want...

The Digest: President Donald Trump hosted Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates at the White House on Thursday to commemorate the club's Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup triumph last December. During the meeting, Trump praised Messi's unparalleled trophy haul, the 48th team trophy of his...

The Digest: Lionel Messi scored twice and provided an assist as Inter Miami fought back from two goals down to secure a 4-2 victory over Orlando City in the Florida derby. The reigning champions looked destined for another defeat after Marco Pasalic and Martin Ojeda put Orlando 2-0 up within...

The Digest: Inter Miami is scheduled to visit the White House in March to commemorate the club's 2025 MLS Cup victory, with superstar Lionel Messi expected to attend the ceremony with President Donald Trump. According to the Miami Herald, an unnamed team source confirmed that "everyone" on the...

The Digest: Lionel Messi has admitted his biggest career regret is not learning English, branding himself an "idiot" for missing the opportunity. Speaking on the 'Miro de Atrás' podcast with former Argentina teammate Nahuel Guzmán, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner confessed: "I had time to...

The Digest: Barcelona president Joan Laporta has revealed the strained relationship with Lionel Messi, disclosing the Argentine snubbed him at a Ballon d'Or ceremony. Speaking ahead of fresh elections, Laporta explained the circumstances behind Messi's 2021 departure, insisting the club could...

The Digest: Inter Miami's MLS Cup title defense got off to a disastrous start with a 3-0 defeat to LAFC at the LA Coliseum, where Lionel Messi was unable to make an impact and defensive frailties were ruthlessly exposed. LAFC took the lead through David Martinez's tidy finish in the 38th...

The Digest: Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi has returned to full training, easing concerns ahead of Saturday's Major League Soccer season opener against LAFC. The defending MLS Cup champions' preparations were clouded after Messi was substituted early in a preseason friendly with a left...

The Digest: Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been recognised among the most prolific international goalscorers of the current decade by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS). The 27-year-old sits joint 14th on the "Top Scorers of National Teams – 3rd...

The Digest: Alianza Lima striker Alan Cantero was overcome with emotion after receiving Lionel Messi's iconic No. 10 jersey following a friendly match against Inter Miami. The Peruvian forward, who described Messi as his lifelong idol and inspiration, broke down in tears as he discussed the...

The Digest: The wedding of Lionel Messi’s sister, Maria Sol Messi, has been postponed following a serious car crash in Miami that left her with multiple injuries. According to reports from Argentina, the 32-year-old sustained spinal fractures, burns, and broken bones, though her mother...

The Digest: A generational clash is set for March 27 in Qatar, where Spain and Argentina will contest the Finalissima, pitting Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal against the iconic Lionel Messi for the first time at the senior level. The match at Lusail Stadium will see the reigning European and...

The Digest: Lionel Messi’s ballot for The Best FIFA Men’s Player award has placed former Barcelona teammate Ousmane Dembélé in first, followed by Kylian Mbappé and young sensation Lamine Yamal, a hierarchy reflecting personal insight into talent that has stirred global football conversation...

The Digest: Lionel Messi will virtually unveil a towering 21-metre statue of himself in Kolkata as part of a three-day tour of India. According to reports, the tour has ignited fan frenzy and will include meetings with Bollywood stars and a possible audience with Prime Minister Modi. Key...

The Digest: Lionel Messi has cemented his legendary status in North American soccer by winning the Landon Donovan MLS MVP award for the second consecutive season, a first in league history. The Inter Miami star delivered a record-breaking campaign with 48 goal contributions, leading his club...