Lionel Messi open to 'participating' in 2026 Barcelona presidential elections amid cold war with Joan Laporta
Lionel Messi could reportedly play a part in Barcelona's upcoming elections as president Joan Laporta seeks to secure another term.
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Ex-MLS star to take Lionel Messi's No.10 shirt for Argentina's final 2026 World Cup qualifier against Ecuador after talismanic captain granted rest
Lionel Messi will play no part in Argentina’s World Cup qualifier with Ecuador, meaning that his No.10 shirt will be passed to Thiago Almada.
'It's not a farewell' – Angel Di Maria suggests Lionel Messi will play on for Argentina BEYOND 2026 World Cup
Angel Di Maria has suggested that Lionel Messi will play on beyond the 2026 World Cup, claiming that no “farewell” has been bid with Argentina.
Lamine Yamal given Lionel Messi advice in bid to become 'God of football' – with Barcelona wonderkid warned talent will not be enough
Lamine Yamal has been advised to tread the same path as Lionel Messi if he wants to become "the God of football", as mere talent will not be enough.
Lionel Messi told it would be a 'joke' to miss 'final dance' with Cristiano Ronaldo as Argentine GOAT hints at sitting out 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi has been told it would be a "joke" for him to miss a "final dance" with Cristiano Ronaldo at the 2026 World Cup.
VIDEO: Another angry Lionel Messi clash! Argentina superstar waits for Venezuela rival in the tunnel before team-mates step in
Lionel Messi has cut an angry figure at times this season, with the Argentine involved in a behind the scenes clash with a Venezuelan rival.
'Only God knows' – Lionel Messi casts more doubt over 2026 World Cup prospects in emotional message after potential final Argentina game on home soil
Lionel Messi cast further doubt on his international career with Argentina as the legendary player shared an emotional note after what was potentially his final home game for the world champions. Messi scored twice in the 3-0 thumping of Venezuela on Thursday, but after the match the Argentine skipper hinted that he might not feature at the upcoming World Cup.
Jamal Musiala dubbed irreplaceable 'like Messi' by German icon after shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Slovakia
Jamal Musiala has been dubbed irreplaceable "like Lionel Messi" by German icon, Lothar Matthaus, after a shock World Cup qualifying defeat to Slovakia. The Bayern Munich midfielder fractured his fibula and damaged ankle ligaments following a brutal collision with Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma in the Club World Cup. The 22-year-old was stretchered off in Atlanta, visibly distraught, and Bayern later confirmed he requires surgery that will sideline him for several months.
'He wanted to kill me!' – Real Madrid starlet Franco Mastantuono reveals why he had to apologise to Lionel Messi during Argentina's win over Venezuela
Franco Mastantuono claims Lionel Messi wanted to “kill” him during Argentina’s clash with Venezuela, forcing the Real Madrid starlet into an apology.