Sanchez like Messi, Beckham and Zidane – Wenger
Chile star Alexis Sanchez is similar to Lionel Messi, Zinedine Zidane and David Beckham with his national team, according to Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.
Magical Messi hat-trick seals WC qualification
Lionel Messi proved to be Argentina’s saviour as his stunning hat-trick secured a 3-1 victory over Ecuador and World Cup qualification for Russia 2018.
Sampaoli calls for Argentina to match ‘incredible’ Messi
Argentina coach Jorge Sampaoli praised the “incredible” Lionel Messi, challenging his team to reach the star’s level when they face Ecuador.
Tabarez defends Messi as Argentina threaten to miss WC
Oscar Tabarez does not believe failure to qualify for the World Cup would leave a stain on Lionel Messi’s illustrious career. The Uruguay boss... Read more
Messi unable to lift hosts as World Cup hopes fade
Argentina’s hopes of featuring at next year’s World Cup hang in the balance following Thursday’s 0-0 stalemate at home to Peru.
Kane not at Ronaldo, Messi level yet – Lloris
Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris praised Harry Kane and believes the forward can be among the world’s best players.
Kane: I use Ronaldo and Messi as motivation
Tottenham Hotspur star Harry Kane revealed he used Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as motivation to be among the world’s best.
Watch: Messi’s four-goal haul in Eibar thrashing
Lionel Messi was in inspirational form as he scored four goals to lead Barcelona to a crushing 6-1 La Liga win over Eibar on... Read more
Higuain omitted by Argentina as Brazil recall Diego
Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain has again been overlooked by Argentina manager Jorge Sampaoli for next month’s decisive final round of World Cup qualifiers.
Messi already playing under new contract – Bartomeu
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu revealed five-time Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi is already playing under the terms of his new contract.