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Maradona would be 'super happy', says Messi

01-12-2022 02:00 Skipper believes Argentina are moving up through the gears at precisely the right time at Qatar 2022 World Cup.

Australia awaits as Scaloneta starts to thrive under pressure

01-12-2022 00:04 When the team is in trouble, Lionel Messi normally steps forward to come to the rescue and drag his nation out of a hold. But this is 2022, and even when the superstar has an off-day, some more unlikely figures are more than ready to play the hero.

by Dan Edwards

Messi and Lewandowski's World Cup dreams in the balance

30-11-2022 08:24 Either one of two of the biggest stars of European club football could fail to qualify for the knockout stages in Qatar and end their careers without tasting glory at the most prestigious tournament of all.

Scaloni calls for calm after World Cup victory over Mexico

26-11-2022 22:05 Lionel Scaloni pleaded with Argentines to remain calm after Lionel Messi helped keep their World Cup hopes alive.

Argentina hope to bring World Cup joy after mourning Maradona

25-11-2022 13:12 Ex-players and fans at the World Cup in Qatar pay tribute to Maradona to mark the second anniversary of 1986 World Cup winner's death from a heart attack in 2020.

Fans at World Cup pay homage to Maradona with shirts and chants

24-11-2022 08:12 Fans at the World Cup have noisy plans for Friday's second anniversary of the death of Diego Maradona.

Messi determined to enjoy likely last World Cup hurrah

21-11-2022 20:57 At 35 years of age, the diminutive magician is close to winding down his remarkable trophy-laden career – but he's determined to make the most of what is likely to be his final chance to win the World Cup.

Time running out for Messi but are World Cup stars aligning?

21-11-2022 08:43 Argentina's captain would desperately love to add World Cup glory to all his other accolades that include four Champions League crowns and 10 La Liga titles. And he's not alone.

Welcome to Doha, Señor Messi

17-11-2022 10:49 Argentina fans – from all over the world – gather outside a university in Doha, trying to catch a glimpse of their heroes.

Scaloni seeks to take World Cup pressure off fancied Argentina

15-11-2022 16:51 Argentina coach seeks to reduce the pressure on his fancied team at the World Cup in Qatar, insisting there are no guarantees in football.

Messi to headline Maradona 'match for peace' homage

11-10-2022 13:40 Lionel Messi will headline a star-studded lineup for a 'match for peace' this November in tribute to fellow Argentina great Diego Maradona.

Now or never: Messi confirms Qatar 2022 World Cup will be his last

06-10-2022 15:33 Albiceleste captain and Paris St Germain star admits he has “a bit of anxiety and nerves" ahead of upcoming tournament, which will be his last chance to secure the game’s greatest honour.

Argentina’s stars in good form as World Cup draws closer

26-08-2022 11:02 National side and its superstars are providing a rare jolt of optimism for Argentines as Qatar 2022 creeps ever closer.

Messi conjures up five-timer in Estonia friendly

06-06-2022 13:57 Lionel Messi scored all the goals in Argentina's 5-0 friendly win over Estonia in Pamplona, Spain on Sunday – becoming only the third

Reports: Messi to move to MLS after PSG, acquire 35% of Inter Miami

17-05-2022 17:01 Multiple reports emerge that Argentine superstar is set to sign deal that would see him move to Inter Miami after his spell with Paris St Germain in a transfer that would see him acquire 35% of MLS club.

Scaloni has 'no complaints' over World Cup draw

01-04-2022 16:37 Argentina coach admits World Cup draw could have been a lot worse after being paired with Mexico, Poland and Saudi Arabia.

Argentina rest Lionel Messi for World Cup qualifiers

19-01-2022 16:56 With qualification assured, Paris Saint-Germain's Covid-free star Lionel Messi was on Wednesday left out of Argentina's squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia.

Lionel Messi back in full training for PSG after Covid

18-01-2022 17:01 Lionel Messi was back in full training with Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday for the first time since testing positive for Covid-19 at the end of last year.

Messi's enduring brilliance rewarded with another Ballon d'Or

30-11-2021 16:10 Some might question whether the Argentine superstar  really deserved to win his latest Ballon d'Or prize ahead of other worthy candidates, but he has been rewarded for continuing to be so good for so long.

Messi wins Ballon d'Or for seventh time as Putellas crowned women's winner

30-11-2021 08:59 Lionel Messi saw off much-fancied rivals like Robert Lewandowski and Karim Benzema to win his seventh Ballon d'Or after a turbulent yet glorious year that saw him leave Barcelona and claim the Copa América with Argentina.