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Tuesday, Jan 13

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Mohamed Salah achieves what Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo couldn’t so quickly: Egypt star reaches international milestone as AFCON sparks 2026 FIFA World Cup hype

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With the 2026 World Cup looming on the horizon, the Egyptian captain finds himself at the intersection of team ambition and personal history—inevitably inviting comparisons with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, the two modern benchmarks…

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Cristiano Ronaldo suffers worst losing streak for the second time in career: Has Lionel Messi ever lost three consecutive games so far?

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Yet when Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are part of the conversation, even a short run of results can feel historically loaded.

Lionel Messi increasingly likely to join surprise Premier League club as odds slashed

Lionel Messi has been linked again with a move to the Premier League in the January transfer window. Manchester City are the favourites to sign...

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The Urban Pitch Podcast: Drinking Like Messi and USMNT Kit Leaks

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From tinto de verano to bold predictions for 2026, we get into it all on the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast.Wine and Sprite? Don’t knock it ’til you try it! Lionel Messi moved the wine ...

????Confirmed in Saudi Arabia: Messi was offered €1.4 billion

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While the Saudi Pro League deals with the possible four-match suspension of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi’s name is once again stealing the spotlight in the Middle East. Anmar Al Haili, president ...

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Lionel Messi couldn’t do it: Cristiano Ronaldo breaks soccer’s ultimate goalscoring record in 2026 despite Saudi Pro League title battle slump

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Ronaldo continues to bend soccer history to his will, reaching yet another milestone that reinforces his status as a once-in-a-generation phenomenon

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Making a big noise in Nashville! Wolves face competition to bring Sam Surridge back to England... after only Lionel Messi scored more MLS goals last season

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Surridge has been a sensation in two-and-a-half years since his transfer from Nottingham Forest to Nashville.

Everton target was labelled ‘special’ by Gary Lineker and likened to Lionel Messi

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Everton are actively scanning the transfer market for options that can bring real value to David Moyes’ squad. Last month, Angus Kinnear made it clear...

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Timo Werner makes U-turn on move to Inter Miami with Lionel Messi, reportedly opts for MLS rival instead

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After being one of the main targets in December, Timo Werner has made an U-turn on his move to Lionel Messi's Inter Miami, and is now set to join an MLS rival.

Monday, Jan 12

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Real Madrid Fire Xabi Alonso! Josh Richardson Breaks Down Arsenal & Lionel Messi vs LeBron James

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The Cooligans react to Xabi Alonso’s firing at Real Madrid, debate Luis Enrique as a potential replacement, welcome Josh Richardson for a soccer fandom deep dive, analyze soccer’s rise in America, and discuss Ricardo Pepi’s injury and its…

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Is Messi playing for Argentina in 2026 World Cup?

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Argentina's soccer star Lionel Messi, 39, injured himself recently. Here's what we know about his possible participation in the World Cup.

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WWE’s Drew McIntyre recreates Lionel Messi’s iconic World Cup pic after championship win

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After finally beating Cody Rhodes to win the Undisputed WWE Championship, Drew McIntyre paid homage to Lionel Messi’s picture after winning the World Cup. Netflix Sports’ account highlighted the homage paid by McIntyre. Messi previously…

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Former Barcelona star chooses between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

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For years now, soccer fans, critics, and players have been engaged in the battle of who is better between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. While both Messi and Ronaldo once played for fierce rivals, Barcelona FC and Real Madrid in…

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Lionel Scaloni reveals what Lionel Messi wants with Argentina ahead of 2026 World Cup

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Lionel Scaloni addressed his private meeting with Lionel Messi in Argentina as World Cup talk continues. Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has opened up about...

Sunday, Jan 11

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World Cup Decision? Lionel Messi Meets With Argentina Boss to Discuss 2026 Plans

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Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said he held a private meeting with Lionel Messi, where the duo reportedly discussed World Cup plans.

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Birmingham City: Alen Halilovic transfer fell flat amid previous Lionel Messi comparisons

Alen Halilovic failed to live up to the expectations that were once placed on his shoulders

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Mohamed Salah hits goal milestone quicker than Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo as Liverpool star becomes a centurion with Egypt at Africa Cup of Nations

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Mohamed Salah has reached an international goal milestone quicker than Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The Liverpool superstar is currently on Africa Cup of Nations duty with Egypt. He has helped to fire them into the semi-finals of…

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‘Until he retires’ - Why Lionel Messi will remain ‘best in the world’ as ex-Barcelona team-mate David Villa delivers GOAT billing

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Lionel Messi remains “the best in the world” and will hold that title “until he retires”, claims the Argentine’s former Barcelona team-mate David Villa. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is now 38 years of age, but he is showing no sign of…

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World Cup decision? What Lionel Messi & Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni discussed during private meeting

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Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni admits to holding a private meeting with Lionel Messi, with the topics of discussion during that chat being revealed. The Albiceleste are busy piecing together plans for their World Cup title defence.…

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Colombia coach Lorenzo says he wanted to vote for Messi at The Best but FIFA blocked it

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Lionel Messi was the chosen candidate for Colombia head coach Nestor Lorenzo at The Best Awards, but FIFA did not allow him to vote for the Argentine star.