Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi
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Argentina’s golden generation ages out as Messi departs
Albiceleste confront demographic cliff edge with only two World Cup finalists under 30 for 2030 tournament as golden generation ages out.
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Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football
Lionel Messi retires from international football after 21 years with Argentina, ending a career crowned by World Cup glory.
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Lionel Messi’s father Jorge dies aged 68
Jorge Messi, the father and agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner’s childhood club Newell’s Old Boys announced on Saturday.
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World Cup villains or misunderstood champions? Argentina divided over tournament reputation
Argentina faces global criticism for unsportsmanlike conduct during World Cup final loss, but locals insist passionate play is confused with arrogance.
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Torres delivers Spain their second World Cup with 106th minute winner
Torres’ extra-time strike gives Spain 1-0 World Cup final victory over ten-man Argentina, Martinez making record 10+ saves in losing effort.
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WATCH | Messi magic sinks England as Argentina reach World Cup final
Lionel Messi orchestrates Argentina comeback from 1-0 down to beat England 2-1, setting up World Cup final against Spain in New Jersey.
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Funny old world: The news that’s too weird to be fake
In a week that proved truth really is stranger than fiction, stories emerged from around the globe featuring uninvited livestock guests, artificial intelligence controversies, supersized football tributes, and an unusual…
