New Plant Species Named After Lionel Messi in Peru
Scientists in Peru have officially introduced a new plant species named after Lionel Messi, designating the endangered sky-blue and white Andean flower Salvia messii.
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Lionel Messi Scores in Emotional Final Argentina Appearance
Lionel Messi scored in his final Argentina appearance as he helped the team beat Benin 3-0 in an emotional farewell at the Monumental Stadium.
Messi’s 49th Trophy: How Inter Miami’s Campeones Cup Win Changed Everything
Lionel Messi’s 49th trophy with Inter Miami offered more than silverware. Here are three key takeaways from Miami’s Campeones Cup win. Messi’s 100th Inter Miami Goal Earned Him His 49th Trophy Lionel Messi’s 49th trophy came with a big statement from Inter Miami. The Herons beat Cruz Azul 2-0 to lift the Campeones Cup for…
Messi and Ronaldo to Play Together at Tevez’s Farewell Match
Carlos Tevez has revealed that Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have both agreed to play on the same team at his farewell match, scheduled for December 2026 at La Bombonera in Buenos Aires. The agreement sets up what would be the first time in history that the two greatest footballers of their generation share a…
Lionel Messi Announces Retirement From International Football
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football, ending one of the most extraordinary careers in the history of the game. The 39-year-old made the announcement in a statement posted to Instagram, saying the decision “hurts” him deeply but that “the time has come.” Messi captained Argentina to World Cup glory in Qatar in…
Lionel Messi’s Father Jorge Dies at 68
Jorge Horacio Messi, the father and longtime agent of football superstar Lionel Messi, has died at the age of 68. Jorge Messi died in Rosario, Argentina, where he had been receiving medical treatment. His death comes after months of concern over his health, including during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Messi family had previously…
Lionel Messi hat-trick fires Argentina past Algeria in World Cup opener
Messi equalled the World Cup all-time scoring record as Argentina began their title defence in style. Lionel Messi scored a stunning hat-trick as Argentina defeated Algeria in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, making history in the process. The Argentina captain found the net three times in a 3-0 victory, taking his…
Donald Trump Hosts Lionel Messi At The White House
Donald Trump, said his son Barron informed him that soccer superstar Lionel Messi would be at the White House on Thursday to celebrate Inter Miami FC’s 2025 MLS Cup win. Trump stated, “My son said, ‘Dad, do you know who’s going to be there today?’ I said, ‘no, I’ve got a lot of things going…
Inter Miami Win 2025 MLS Cup After Messi Leads 3–1 Victory
Inter Miami MLS Cup victory became a reality on Saturday after a dominant 3–1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps in Florida. Lionel Messi produced two assists and created another goal to secure Inter Miami’s first MLS championship. Miami struck early when a defensive error forced Edier Ocampo into an own goal. Vancouver fought back and…
Lionel Messi Breaks Record with Most Career Assists
Lionel Messi has made history by becoming the football player with the most career assists. He recorded his 405th assist during Inter Miami’s 5-1 win over New York City FC in the MLS Cup semi-final. The Argentine superstar set up Mateo Silvetti in the 67th minute. With this assist, Messi surpassed Hungarian legend Ferenc Puskás,…