Scaloni has confirmed that Messi will make his final appearance for Argentina on October 6. The 39-year-old forward will don the famous blue-and-white stripes one last time in a friendly against Benin at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires.
Lionel Messi has announced the second edition of the Messi Cup, an international youth soccer tournament to be held in South Florida that will include Inter Miami CF, Barcelona and youth teams from 14 other clubs.
Cristiano Ronaldo has made a decision on his international future with Portugal following the World Cup. The Portuguese star confirmed on Thursday that he intends to keep representing his country despite continued speculation about his potential retirement.
The Columbus Crew have fired Crew 2 head coach Federico Higuain over a sexist confrontation with a female referee last month. Higuain, a star forward for the Crew from 2012-19, has coached the franchise's MLS NEXT Pro affiliate since Jan.
Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez raised eyebrows with his reaction to Lionel Messi’s upcoming Argentina farewell, joking that he thought his longtime international teammate had already retired from the national team.
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Martinez has touched down in Argentina to report for international duty alongside a 37-man squad ahead of the upcoming FIFA window. The Chelsea goalkeeper emphasised the group's collective determination to provide Messi with an unforgettable send-off when they face Benin on October 6.
Messi is officially preparing to bid farewell to international football. The 39-year-old forward, fresh off a standout showing at his sixth World Cup, will play his final match for Argentina on October 6 against Benin at the Monumental.
Lionel Messi continues to shine for Inter Miami, most recently scoring in their 2-2 draw with San Diego. The 39-year-old converted the 75th free-kick of his career during that game, the second-most of any player in soccer history.
Lionel Messi scored another free-kick during Inter Miami’s most recent match, taking his career total to 75. Miami were most recently in action against San Diego, settling for a 2-2 draw despite goals from Luis Suarez and Messi.
Messi is nearing the end of his illustrious international career, leaving Argentina with the daunting task of replacing their greatest-ever player. The 39-year-old forward will depart as the nation's all-time record appearance maker and goalscorer, having netted 125 times in 207 caps for the 2022 World Cup winner.
What is it? Lionel Messi is preparing to bring the curtain down on his international career with Argentina. The friendly against Benin has been set for 6 October, and it is widely expected to be the 39-year-old's final appearance in his country's shirt.
The last dance Lionel Messi is preparing to play his final minutes with the Argentina national team. After announcing his retirement from international football, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner earned a call-up from coach Lionel Scaloni for one last match with the Albiceleste against Benin on 6 October at the Monumental stadium.
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Lionel Messi reached another remarkable career milestone after curling home a stunning free kick for Inter Miami against San Diego FC on Sunday night. The Argentine was fouled just outside the box before stepping up to produce another trademark set-piece finish, finding the net in the 24th minute.
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Kily Gonzalez will make his MLS coaching debut for Lionel Messi's Inter Miami when they host sputtering San Diego FC on Sunday evening. Gonzalez was appointed as permanent coach of Inter Miami late last month to replace interim boss Guillermo Hoyos.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been included in Portugal’s squad for the upcoming Nations League games New coach Jorge Jesus named his first Portugal squad on Friday