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‘I’ll Hang My Boots When It’s Time’: Lionel Messi Makes Huge Revelation On Retirement Plan

Argentina legend Lionel Messi has made a huge revelation about his retirement plans, as the Inter Miami superstar is seeking to retire when he feels like "It's Time". The reigning Ballon d'Or winner made the exclusive revelation in a podcast with Big Time, which was released on March 27, Wednesday.  “I know that the moment I feel that I am no longer performing, that I am no longer enjoying it or helping my teammates. I am very self-critical. I know when I am doing well, when I am not, when I play well and when I play poorly. When I feel it’s time to take that step, I will do it without thinking about age. If I feel good, I will try to continue competing because it’s what I like and what I know how to do,” said Lionel Messi. Speaking ahead of his retirement plans, few q...
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Lionel Messi on life in Argentina before World Cup win: ‘People said lot of bad things about me’

A year after Argentina won the FIFA World Cup in Qatar by defeating France in a see-saw encounter, the chief architect of that triumph Lionel Messi has spoken about how much winning the World Cup meant to him. The highly-decorated forward, who has eight Ballon d’Or’s to his name, not to mention countless trophies at the club level had never won the World Cup, leading to plenty of criticism of him in Argentina. Messi is thought of by many fans as the greatest footballer of his generation. But having played in the white and blue jersey of the national team since 2005, it was only in 2021 that he was able to inspire the national team to their first triumph at a major tournament: the Copa América. In the final the Albiceleste had defeated arch-rivals Brazil. “I had a bad time. My family ...
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Lionel Messi beats Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to win record eighth Ballon d’Or

Lionel Messi clinched his record eighth Ballon d’Or title on Monday. Messi, who captained Argentina to 2022 World Cup success in Qatar, pipped Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe. Messi had also scored 32 goals in 55 games across all competitions for PSG, helping them win the Ligue 1 title. Erling Haaland came second in the rankings after his excellent season helping Man City win the treble. Kylian Mbappe came third, after the France superstar lead his team to the final of the World Cup in 2022 – where he scored a hat-trick. David Beckham, the co-owner of Inter Miami, presented him with the coveted award at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. Ocho veces ganador, un solo nombre: MESSI ⭐️ #LION8LdOr pic.twitter.com/JE26Myx4Q8 — Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) October 30, 2023 “It’s nice to b...
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Lionel Messi will return to Barcelona: Inter Miami co-owner says, ‘He deserves a correct goodbye, I will help him’

Lionel Messi and Barcelona have a relationship that is truly unique in the world of sport. The Argentine superstar spent a majority of his entire professional career at the Catalan club, and helped lift a lot of trophies. Messi’s relationship with Barcelona began when he was just 10 years old. He joined the club’s youth academy, and he quickly rose through the ranks. However, a couple of years ago, Messi was forced to leave Barcelona due to financial constraints. But now a return seems to be on the cards as Messi is likely to get a proper send-off at Camp Nou despite not rejoining his former club. Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas spoke to the Offside with Taylor Twellman podcast, and revealed that the American club will help Messi return to Camp Nou in some capacity. “I don’t know if it’s...
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Two goals, an assist & a hug: Lionel Messi shines again in first Inter Miami start

Lionel Messi followed-up his match-winning free kick with two more on Wednesday morning against Atlanta United in the Leagues Cup and showed how impactful a player he is. Messi scored twice and carved an assist in his first start for Miami, bringing his total to three goals in two games. Courtesy of the Argentine World Cup winner, Inter Miami had a 3-0 lead by halftime, the first such lead in club history. Miami went on to win 4-0. Messi exited in the 78th minute to a standing ovation, with many in the crowd wearing his No. 10 jersey. It all started in the eighth minute, when Messi took a pass from his longtime Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets, surged forward and sent a strike off the right post before tapping in his own rebound. That Busquets > Messi link up play 😍 Lionel Messi m...
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Lionel Messi set for Miami debut but maybe off the bench | Football News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi is anticipated to make his debut for Inter Miami against Mexican club Cruz Azul on Friday, but the seven-times Ballon d'Or winner might be limited to a role as a substitute.Last week, the Argentine football icon arrived in South Florida, greeted with immense enthusiasm, and was presented to fans during a special stadium event on Sunday.However, the initial hype surrounding his arrival, with club owner Jorge Mas touting him as "America's number 10" and promising a transformation in the football landscape in the USA, has somewhat tempered in recent days.Messi only commenced rigorous training this week after spending quality time with his family on vacation. Consequently, the opening game of the new Leagues Cup, a tournament that brings together MLS and Liga MX team...
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Lionel Messi’s arrival heralds change in MLS; new real grass pitches, fresher timings

As Lionel Messi was unveiled by Inter Miami at DRV PNK Stadium on Sunday, some of the changes that the league is set to make in light of the Argentine superstar joining the MLS, were revealed by the league’s commissioner Don Garber. As of now, Seattle Sounders, Portland Timbers, New England Revolution, Atlanta United and Charlotte FC are the clubs that operate with an artificial football pitch. Messi is likely to play against Atlanta United and Charlotte FC this season. “MLS promotes a lot of international games and we have been able to bring natural grass into those stadiums, but we’ve never done that for a regular season game,” Garber told reporters, as per The Athletic. “My expectations are that that’s what they will do, but there’s a lot of work that needs to be done to figure all o...
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‘Ronaldo’s right foot vs Messi’s left foot?’: Haaland picks Cristiano’s right foot

Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has picked Cristiano Ronaldo’s right foot instead of Lionel Messi’s left. The interviewer asked Haaland: “Ronaldo’s right foot vs Messi’s left foot?” Haaland replied: “Since I have an okay left foot, I would prefer to take Cristiano’s right foot.” The Norwegian had an astonishing debut season in Premier League history. "Ronaldo's right foot vs Messi's left foot?" 🎙 Haaland: "Since I have an okay left foot, I would prefer to take Cristiano's right foot". pic.twitter.com/Nn4ewMcmw9 — All Things Cristiano (@CristianoTalk) May 26, 2023 Starting with the two-goal performance against West Ham on the opening weekend, Haaland has taken English soccer by storm. A mind-blowing 36 goals, four hat tricks (including three in successive home games), scissor-k...
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Lionel Messi might return to Barcelona: Sergio Aguero

Sergio Aguero said that there’s “50 per cent chance” that Lionel Messi might return to Barcelona, once his contract at PSG expires at the end of this summer. The 35-year-old has been heavily linked with moves to the MLS and David Beckham’s Inter Miami, as well as joining Cristiano Ronaldo by signing a lucrative deal to play in Saudi Arabia. Amid all the rumours and link up, Aguero believes that Messi most likely wants to retire at Nou Camp. “I think Leo Messi should retire at Barca,” Aguero told TyC Sports. “Barcelona is his home and he should finish his career there. My feeling is that there is a 50 per cent chance that he will return.” Aguero’s prediction isn’t the first time Messi’s close pal has spoken about his friend’s next destination. Last month, Aguero claimed that Messi w...
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Lionel Messi just one away from historic 800 career goals

Lionel Messi is just one goal away from becoming only the second player ever after Cristiano Ronaldo to reach the 800-goal milestone. The PSG star scored his 799 goal on Saturday against Nantes. On Thursday, he will have the chance to achieve the historic feat when PSG will face Bayern Munich in the second leg of their Champions League round-of-16 tie. Bayern lead 1-0 from the first leg. Since turning pro 19 years ago, Messi has been stockpiling trophies at an absurdly consistent rate. In fact, 2013-14 and 2019-20 were the only trophyless seasons of his career. Leo Messi’s GOAL 🇦🇷⚽️ Great team goal! 👏🏽 pic.twitter.com/umgFm1Xdei — PSG Report (@PSG_Report) March 4, 2023 Messi has won more major trophies with Barcelona (35) than any other player in the Catalan club’s 123-year history....
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Watch: Lionel Messi ‘the best dribbler of all time’ video goes viral

Lionel Messi might well be the greatest dribbler that football world has ever seen. The Argentina captain who lifted the World Cup last year, is less about power and more about finesse and as a little kid growing up in Rosario, the little man nicknamed “The Flea” developed his skills playing with and against older and bigger boys. His ability to glide past defenders has helped him constructing his legacy leaving fans in awe, often dubbing it as – ‘Messi Magic’. Messi’s god gifted magical dribbling ability has often left defenders for dead, Croatia’s Josko Gvardiol was the latest one to be completely outfoxed in the recently concluded Qatar World Cup. In a latest video that has gone viral, a compilation created by @FutbolJan10 on Twitter titled, ‘Leo Messi • The best dribbler of all time...
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Lionel Messi offered $1m for the Arabic Bisht he wore while lifting the World Cup

Ahmed Al Barwani, a lawyer and wants to pay one million dollars to Lionel Messi in return of the Arabic Bisht he wore while lifting the World Cup. Al Barwani is ready to pay that seven figures to get that garment to a proper display and collection for the world to see. “I’m offering you a million dollars to give me that bisht,” he tweeted. صديقي ميسي..من #سلطنة_عمان أبارك لكم فوزكم بـ #كأس_العالم_قطر_2022 أبهرني الأمير @TamimBinHamad وهو يُلبسك #البشت_العربي ،رمز الشهامة والحكمة.#ميسيأعرض عليك مليون دولار أميركي نظير أن تعطيني ذلك #البشت#Messi𓃵I'm offering you a million $ to give me that bisht@TeamMessi pic.twitter.com/45BlVdl6Fh — أحـمَـد الـبـَروانـي (@AhmedSAlbarwani) December 20, 2022 The Emir of Qatar made Messi wear a robe called the bisht, made of camel hair and goat wool an...
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Watch: Lionel Messi facetimes with former Barcelona teammate Luis Suarez, shows him the World Cup trophy

Luis Suarez has lauded his friend and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi after winning the World Cup final and called him “the best player of all time.” “Congratulations my friend! Say what they want, you are and will be the best,” Suarez wrote on Instagram. The former Barcelona teammates also facetimed with each other with Messi can be seen showing Suarez the World Cup. In another heartwarming photo, Messi can be seen taking photograph of his wife with the World Cup trophy. The photographer vs the photo 😂 pic.twitter.com/8tpwK5Ys6n — Messi Media (@LeoMessiMedia) December 18, 2022 Lionel Messi, wearing a black Qatari robe over his blue-and-white Argentina shirt, kissed the World Cup, shuffled toward his teammates and hoisted the golden trophy high in the air. Messi on Instagram st...