Tag: Lionel Messi

Messi Bids Emotional Farewell in Argentina After Final Home Qualifier

Lionel Messi (Argentina)
September 2025

Lionel Messi played his final competitive game on home soil, scoring twice in Argentina’s 3-0 World Cup qualifying win over Venezuela. The Inter Miami star admitted emotions ran high, calling it “a dream” to finish in front of his people.
Argentina, already qualified with 35 points from 16 games, gave Messi the perfect send-off at Estadio Monumental. While Messi hasn’t confirmed his World Cup participation, he said he’ll decide based on fitness in 2026, stressing honesty with himself over playing if unfit.

Inter Miami Held to 1-1 Draw Without Messi

Inter Miami
August 2025

Inter Miami laboured to a 1-1 draw at D.C. United as Baltasar Rodriguez rescued a point, with Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez, and Rodrigo De Paul all missing from the starting XI. Hopkins opened for D.C. United before Rodriguez equalised with a thunderous volley. Miami nearly won late through De Paul but hit the post. Mascherano’s rotated squad lacked rhythm ahead of a key Leagues Cup semifinal.

Messi Hits 875 Goals in Miami Victory

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
August 2025

Lionel Messi reached 875 career goals in Inter Miami’s 3-1 win over LA Galaxy, becoming the youngest player in history to do so. His strike sealed the match, adding another milestone as he approaches the unprecedented 900-goal mark. Returning from a brief injury layoff, Messi played 45 minutes and delivered a decisive solo run, finishing brilliantly past the goalkeeper. The goal, his 875th in 1,116 matches, evoked memories of his Barcelona prime and highlighted his enduring influence.

Messi Nears Return from Injury

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
August 2025

Messi trained with Inter Miami after missing two matches with a muscle injury sustained against Necaxa in the Leagues Cup. He could see minutes on Saturday. His participation in an open training session signals imminent availability, while Rodrigo De Paul was absent to finalize visa procedures.

Messi Injury Clouds Inter Miami’s Shootout Win Over Necaxa

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
August 2025

Inter Miami advanced in the Leagues Cup after a 5-4 shootout win over Necaxa, but Lionel Messi’s early exit after 11 minutes with a suspected hamstring injury overshadowed the result. Manager Javier Mascherano said Messi wasn’t in pain but felt something in his hamstring and will undergo tests. Jordi Alba scored a late equalizer in a dramatic 2-2 draw before Miami secured the shootout win.

Messi Nears Inter Miami Contract Extension Through 2026

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
Expected signing imminent, deal through December 2026

Messi is close to signing a new deal to extend his stay at Inter Miami until the end of 2026.
Talks are now in the final stage and the 37-year-old is expected to commit soon, continuing his journey in MLS after arriving in July 2023.

Messi Returns with Game-Winner for Inter Miami in Victory over Philadelphia Union

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025

Messi scored the match-winning goal in the 57th minute, just two minutes after coming on as a substitute, helping Inter Miami beat Philadelphia Union 2-1 and rise to first place in MLS East.
After recovering from injury, Messi made an immediate impact by finishing a pass from Luis Suárez with a right-footed strike. Miami remains unbeaten this season across all competitions, with Messi contributing in each MLS appearance so far.

Fabrizio Romano Dismisses Ronaldo-Messi Miami Reunion Rumors as Baseless

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr) Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025

Reports of Cristiano Ronaldo joining Lionel Messi at Inter Miami on a short-term deal have been debunked by Fabrizio Romano, who confirmed there is no truth to the story.
While Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr contract ends this season, Romano clarified the Portuguese star is likely to extend his stay in Saudi Arabia, ruling out any imminent MLS switch or reunion with Messi.

Ronaldo-Messi Dream Link-Up? Inter Miami Tipped for Club World Cup Super Deal

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
Potentially June–July 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo could join Inter Miami on a short-term deal for the FIFA Club World Cup, linking up with Lionel Messi.
With no contract extension yet agreed at Al-Nassr, Ronaldo is reportedly open to a brief U.S. stint before returning to Saudi Arabia. The move would allow the 40-year-old to feature in FIFA’s expanded 32-team Club World Cup hosted in the United States.

Argentina Dominate Without Messi — But Hope Remains for 2026 Return

Argentina National Team, Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025

Argentina booked their 2026 World Cup ticket with dominant wins over Uruguay and Brazil — both without Lionel Messi.
Despite Messi’s absence due to an adductor injury, Argentina handed Brazil a historic 4-1 defeat and edged Uruguay 1-0, securing qualification. Coach Lionel Scaloni urged patience regarding Messi’s decision to play in 2026: “Let’s not drive him crazy with this.” Teammates like Julián Álvarez and Rodrigo De Paul made it clear they hope the GOAT returns: “With Messi, we might have scored more,” Álvarez said. De Paul added: “Our best version is always when No. 10 is on the pitch.”

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