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After two decades of service, Lionel Messi steps away from the Argentine national team, closing a chapter that includes a 2022 World Cup win and a 2026 final loss to Spain.
After two decades of iconic performances for Argentina, Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international soccer, citing personal reasons tied to his father's health. He will remain active in the MLS with Inter Miami, where he aims to add further titles to his already illustrious résumé.
The final whistle on Lionel Messi’s Argentina career sparked a wave of heartfelt tributes, celebrating a player whose influence transcended sport and reshaped a nation’s identity.
Lionel Messi’s emotional farewell to the Argentina national team sparked global gratitude, highlighting his deep cultural roots, leadership, and the lasting impact he left on teammates and fans alike.
After two decades of brilliance, Lionel Messi has decided to hang up his Argentina shirt, concluding a career that delivered a World Cup crown, record‑breaking scoring feats and comparisons to the sport’s all‑time greats.
After two decades of service, Lionel Messi steps away from the Argentina national team, citing personal grief and a desire to honor his father’s memory, while continuing his club career with Inter Miami.
Jorge Messi, a former midfielder and longtime manager of his son Lionel, died on Saturday at the age of 68. His death was announced by Newell’s Old Boys, sparking an outpouring of condolences from clubs, federations and fans.
Lionel Messi reflects on the doubts that surfaced after his father’s death, the weight of a promised World Cup appearance, and his vow to honor Jorge by raising his own children with the same values.
Lionel Messi's emotional social media post reveals his struggle to continue playing after the death of his father and agent, Jorge Messi, while the world mourns the loss of a guiding figure.
Jorge Messi, 68, died in his hometown of Rosario after a long illness. His influence on Lionel Messi's career and the outpouring of condolences from football bodies illustrate a legacy that extends far beyond the pitch.
A minute’s silence, a black armband and a specially unveiled No 10 shirt marked the night Inter Miami fell 2–1 to Monterrey, as the squad paid homage to Jorge Messi, the father who shaped one of the game’s greatest careers.
Jorge Messi, who guided his son Lionel’s early career and remained a constant presence in the star’s life, passed away in Rosario after a long illness. His death prompted condolences from Barcelona, Real Madrid and the Argentine FA, and a nationwide tribute.
Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, died at 68 in Rosario, Argentina, after a prolonged illness. His role as agent and supporter was celebrated by Newell's Old Boys, Barcelona and Real Madrid, while his family, including wife Celia and four children, was left behind.
Jorge Messi, who guided his son Lionel’s early career and shaped the rise of one of football’s greatest talents, died at 68. His influence spanned from a steel factory in Argentina to the halls of FC Barcelona, leaving a lasting imprint on the sport.
Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messi, died at 68 in Rosario after a long illness, leaving behind a legacy of support that shaped his son's legendary career.
Jorge Messi, who managed and promoted his son Lionel Messi, passed away after a long illness. His influence on the young star's early career and business affairs was highlighted by condolences from Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Jorge Messi, who shaped his son Lionel’s career from early days at Newell’s Old Boys to the pinnacle of world football, died on August 8, 2026, in Rosario. His influence was felt especially during Argentina’s recent World Cup triumph, where the elder Messi’s legacy was celebrated by fans and the club that first nurtured the legend.
Jorge Messi, the father and longtime advisor of Lionel Messi, died at 68. His behind‑the‑scenes leadership shaped the Argentine star’s early development, his move to Barcelona, and the family’s control over his career.
Jorge Messi, 68, died in Rosario, Argentina, after a prolonged illness. He was a pivotal figure in his son Lionel’s early career and a constant confidant, a role that shaped the player’s emotional landscape and eventual move to Barcelona and later Inter Miami.
Mauricio Pochettino, the newly appointed head coach of the United States men’s national team, blends a storied playing background with a belief‑driven leadership style that is already reshaping the sport’s landscape in the United States.
An exploration of the cultural and structural forces that have kept American men from breaking into the global soccer elite, and the signs that a shift may be underway.
Lionel Messi’s arrival in Major League Soccer has sparked a cultural shift, blending his introverted persona with unprecedented global spotlight.