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Wednesday, May 27

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Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi rivalry expands to 2026 World Cup representation between Saudi Pro League and MLS: Which league would have more players?

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As the 2026 World Cup approaches, supporters of both stars have turned their attention toward a different battle: whether the Saudi Pro League or Major League Soccer will have the stronger presence on soccer’s biggest stage.

Lionel Messi’s statue in India to be removed: What’s the reason behind the decision?

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A massive monument built to honor Lionel Messi in Kolkata, India, is officially set to be dismantled just months after its unveiling due to severe structural safety concerns.

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Lionel Messi watches closely as Netherlands’ World Cup squad features 2022 rival Wout Weghorst

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The Netherlands confirmed their 26-player roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Among those included is Wout Weghorst, who had a memorable clash with Lionel Messi during the 2022 tournament.

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Cristiano Ronaldo powers Al-Nassr into world’s top 10 shirt sellers after Saudi Pro League title win, but still trails Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami

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After a dramatic Saudi Pro League title-winning season, Al-Nassr has now achieved another milestone away from the pitch, while Inter Miami remains one of the biggest soccer brands on the planet thanks to Messi’s influence.

Lionel Scaloni issues a brutal reality check on Lionel Messi’s not ‘entirely bad’ hamstring injury

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Lionel Scaloni has eased some Lionel Messi fears, but Argentina still have to treat his hamstring injury as a serious World Cup warning. The update...

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When is Lionel Messi’s next game? Argentina legend preparing for 2026 World Cup debut

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With the 2026 MLS season already underway, questions are being raised about when Argentina and Inter Miami star Lionel Messi will play his next game.

70ft Messi statue is now “unsafe” after it was put up six months ago

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A 70-foot-tall statue of footballing icon Lionel Messi has been deemed “unsafe” just a few months after it was erected in India.

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India's 70ft Messi statue to be moved after 'swaying in the wind'

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A giant statue of Argentina legend Lionel Messi is set to be taken down in India over safety concerns after it is spotted "swaying in the wind".

Messi’s GOAT statue in India to be removed over safety concerns

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Statue to honour World Cup winner Lionel Messi, unveiled during his GOAT tour of India, unstable on busy Kolkata road.

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‘Not that bad’: Argentina’s Scaloni calms Messi injury fears before World Cup defence

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The Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, has calmed fears over Lionel Messi’s fitness, suggesting his latest injury “is not that bad” with two weeks to go before the start of the World Cup. Messi was diagnosed with muscle fatigue in his…

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Scaloni optimistic over Messi´s recovery

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Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni played down concerns over Lionel Messi's injury on Tuesday ahead of the FIFA World Cup starting next month, reported Xinhua.

Así llega Messi al Mundial 2026: estos han sido sus asombrosos números históricos en el Inter Miami

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La llegada de Lionel Messi al Inter Miami hace casi tres años revolucionó un equipo, una liga, una ciudad y…

Así llega Messi al Mundial 2026: estos han sido sus asombrosos números históricos en el Inter Miami

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Por Esteban Campanela, CNN en Español La llegada de Lionel Messi al Inter Miami hace casi tres años revolucionó un equipo, una liga, una ciudad y un país entero. Puso la MLS en un foco mundial en el que nunca había estado. Muchos jugadores…

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Messi set for more tests ahead of World Cup but Argentina are optimistic

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Lionel Messi was injured in Inter Miami's MLS game on Sunday, but Argentina are confident he will be fit for World Cup.

Argentina injury crisis ahead of World Cup: Scaloni reacts to Messi hamstring worry

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Argentina have a host of injury worries before the World Cup, led by Lionel Messi

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‘It’s not that bad’: Argentina coach Scaloni offers hopeful Messi update ahead of World Cup

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BUENOS AIRES, May 27 — Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said the initial news regarding superstar Lionel Messi&rsquo...

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India News | West Bengal: Lionel Messi Statue Secured with Ropes After Locals Report Swaying in Wind

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Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Following the complaints, officials visited the site to assess the stability and safety of the installation. The precautionary measures were taken to ensure that the large structure…

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Could Lionel Messi And Cristiano Ronaldo Team Up On Wrexham?: 'Why Not?'

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Wrexham's meteoric rise under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac has seen the club dominate headlines across the globe, and now they are being tipped to chase the biggest icons in football history.

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Argentina’s Scaloni says first reports on Lionel Messi injury are ‘not that bad’ 15 days before 2026 World Cup kickoff

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With only 15 days remaining for the beginning of the 2026 World Cup, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni claimed that the first reports on Lionel Messi's injury are "not that bad."

Tuesday, May 26

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Lionel Messi headlines list of 10 Argentina players with fitness concerns ahead of 2026 World Cup

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With 15 days before the 2026 World Cup kickoff, Lionel Messi headlines a list of 10 Argentina players reaching the competition with fitness concerns for the coaching staff.