On the eve of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, the story seems simple enough: Spain arrive as the polished, dependable force, widely tipped to outplay Argentina after a month of controlled, near-flawless performances. That narrative has…
Lionel Messi has described the viral photos of him with baby Lamine Yamal as "just crazy", as destiny brings the pair together for Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and Spain.
Rodri has recaptured his best form under Luis de la Fuente and his influence is instructive against the glitz and glamour of Messi, writes Richard Jolly
Lionel Messi embodies the emotion that so starkly characterises his national team. But he is also the man whose influence helped shape the antithetical style played by Spain.
Luis de la Fuente says he will not man-mark Lionel Messi in the World Cup final, even though the Argentina captain has scored eight times and provided four assists and the Spain coach’s own experience suggests it might not be a bad idea.
Ahead of the tournament's biggest showdown, Messi has finally opened up about that viral photograph, sharing unexpected thoughts on one of the craziest coincidences in soccer history.
Lionel Messi has become more efficiently productive for the Argentina national team since joining Inter Miami and Major League Soccer. Those Americans who refuse to embrace MLS are 90 minutes away from possibly seeing him lift the World…
When Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal line-up against each other in the World Cup final, it will mark the closing of an incredible full circle moment that has been two decades in the making.
Barcelona legend Lionel Messi has revealed his hope that current Blaugrana sensation Lamine Yamal enjoys an off day on Sunday. This of course comes ahead of the imminent showdown between…