LIONEL MESSI

Thierry Henry Reveals Why Messi ‘Failed’ At PSG
18 Sep

Thierry Henry Reveals Why Messi ‘Failed’ At PSG

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Thierry Henry has defended Lionel Messi's spell at Paris Saint-Germain, claiming he couldn't be "the boss" alongside Kylian Mbappe and Neymar. WHAT HAPPENED? Messi failed to live up to expectations during his two-year spell at PSG, and left the club upon the expiration of his contract in June before joining Inter Miami in MLS. While he scored 32 goals in 75 matches, that was way down on the numbers he was chalking up at Barcelona, even in his last few seasons at the club when he was past his peak. However, Henry has come to the aid of his former…
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2022 World Cup Was Rigged For Messi And Argentina – Louis Van Gaal
05 Sep

2022 World Cup Was Rigged For Messi And Argentina – Louis Van Gaal

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Former Netherlands manager, Louis van Gaal has claimed that the 2022 FIFA World Cup was rigged for Argentina, specifically, Lionel Messi to win. The former Barcelona manager claimed that Argentina got away with many bookable offenses and also scored question goals as compared to his side's. Speaking with the Dutch newspaper NOS, Van Gaal, who resigned right after losing to the eventual winners in the quarter-final, noted that given the aforementioned reasons, he believed the tournament was rigged for Argentina to win. "I don't really want to say much about it. When you see how Argentina gets the goals and…
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Lionel Messi Faces Punishment After Violating MLS Rule
28 Aug

Lionel Messi Faces Punishment After Violating MLS Rule

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Inter Miami superstar, Lionel Messi could suffer punishment for violating the Major League Soccer(MLS) rules after he declined to face the press following his debut. The 7-time Ballon d'Or winner did not show up for the post-match match press conference after his debut against Ney York Red Bull on Saturday. Messi who started the game from the bench, climbed off the bench to wrap up a 2-0 win for Inter Miami with a well-worked phenomenal goal. According to Goal, Miami spokeswoman Molly Dreska informed the press that the Argentine will not face the press, hence, Messi could be sanctioned for…
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Messi’s Stunning Strike Propels Inter Miami To Leagues Cup Final
16 Aug

Messi’s Stunning Strike Propels Inter Miami To Leagues Cup Final

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Lionel Messi delivered a breathtaking performance, propelling Inter Miami into their first-ever Leagues Cup final with a resounding 4-1 victory over Philadelphia Union on Tuesday. The match saw Miami facing one of their toughest challenges since Messi’s arrival just a month ago, but Miami burst out of the gate with Josef Martinez finding the net in the third minute, converting a long ball into a precision strike. Despite the initial jeers from the crowd as Messi and the team stepped onto the field, it was Messi’s brilliance that swiftly silenced the doubters. Just 20 minutes into the game, Messi showcased…
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Lionel Messi Scores Brace As Inter Miami Beat FC Dallas On Penalties
07 Aug

Lionel Messi Scores Brace As Inter Miami Beat FC Dallas On Penalties

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Lionel Messi’s stunning brace helped Inter Miami seal a dramatic victory against FC Dallas to reach the quarter-finals of the Leagues Cup on Sunday. FC Dallas led 4-2 with 10 minutes left but two late goals took the game to a penalty shootout. Miami won the shootout 5-3 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. “Being 4-2 down in the 80th minute and then coming back, we are very happy with the result,” Miami manager Gerardo Martino said. “But the fact that we have gone through shouldn’t let us lose sight of the things that we have to improve.” Miami were…
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Lionel Messi Says Relationship With PSG Fans ‘Fractured’
26 Jun

Lionel Messi Says Relationship With PSG Fans ‘Fractured’

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Lionel Messi says his relationship with Paris St-Germain fans “fractured” after a “significant” number of supporters started to treat him differently. Messi, who won the World Cup with Argentina in December, left PSG at the end of last season after two years and has joined Inter Miami. In the second half of last season, Messi was repeatedly booed and PSG had to increase security around his house. “I think in the beginning it was something wonderful,” said Messi. Speaking to beIN Sports, the 36-year-old said: “But then some people started to treat me differently, a part of the Paris supporters. I think the vast…
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Messi Scores Fastest Career Goal In Argentina Win
15 Jun

Messi Scores Fastest Career Goal In Argentina Win

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Lionel Messi scored his fastest career goal as Argentina comfortably beat Australia in a friendly in Beijing. Captain Messi, 35, opened the scoring after one minute and 19 seconds, curling a finish into the top left corner from the edge of the box. Substitute German Pezzella doubled the world champions' lead with a header in the 68th minute. Australia's Mitch Duke had a first-half effort pushed onto the post by Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. But Argentina always looked comfortable in Messi's first match since agreeing to join American side Inter Miami. Lionel Scaloni's side were playing their third fixture…
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Lionel Messi Announces Decision To Join Inter Miami
08 Jun

Lionel Messi Announces Decision To Join Inter Miami

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Lionel Messi has announced his decision to join Inter Miami on a free transfer following his Paris Saint-Germain exit, opting for a new challenge instead of re-joining former club Barcelona. Barca had been confident of re-signing the 35-year-old from Paris Saint-Germain for much of 2023, with Messi's father, Jorge, even stating that his son wanted to return to the club at which he scored a quite astonishing 672 goals in 778 appearances - both club records. Messi had also been offered an eye-watering €400m-a-year deal to join Saudi Pro League team Al Hilal this summer - a figure far greater…
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Christophe Galtier Confirms Lionel Messi Departure From PSG
01 Jun

Christophe Galtier Confirms Lionel Messi Departure From PSG

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Paris Saint-Germain manager Christophe Galtier has confirmed Lionel Messi will leave the club this summer. Messi's two-year contract with Les Parisiens' is due to expire this summer and rumours have been swirling about the legendary forward's future for a considerable amount of time. Now, the Argentine World Cup winner's future has been confirmed by Galtier, who revealed in his pre-match press conference that this weekend's Ligue 1 clash with Clermont Foot will be the player's last with the club. "I had a privilege of coaching the best player in the history of football. It will be Leo's last match at…
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Messi Set For Decision On Future – And It Won’t Be Barcelona
31 May

Messi Set For Decision On Future – And It Won’t Be Barcelona

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Lionel Messi is expected to decide in the coming hours where he will be playing his football next season - the only thing that seems certain is that it will not be at Barcelona. Messi would have liked nothing more than to return to the place that was his home since he left Argentina as a 12-year-old in pursuit of his footballing dream. But his camp has told Barcelona the decision on his future is imminent and they cannot wait any longer for a proposal from them that has not arrived, despite promises the Catalan club would have something in…
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