Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal go head-to-head in today's 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

For a star of his caliber — undoubtedly one of soccer's all-time greats — Lionel Messi keeps plenty of parts about his life fairly private. While Argentina's captain spends most of his time in the public eye,

The soccer world thought his career peaked in 2022. Now he's back in the biggest game on the planet, not as a ceremonial figure but as the tournament’s central force.

Discover the origin of the viral "Ankara Messi" meme, why fans say it, and how a famous Lionel Messi commentary call became an internet sensation.

Lionel Messi is set to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on Sunday when Argentina, looking to repeat as tournament champions, takes on Spain. Almost certainly in attendance for the match will be Messi's longtime wife and childhood sweetheart,

By Nick Mulvenney NEW YORK, July 18 (Reuters) - When Argentina lost the 2016 Copa America final at MetLife Stadium, a heartbroken Lionel Messi tearfully announced his retirement from international football with the words "I've done all I can".

Argentine soccer icon Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport, has built one of football’s most decorated careers. Throughout his illustrious career, Messi has cultivated a measured public image,

Messi will be chasing his second World Cup title in a career that has garnered him an untold number of accolades — and plenty of financial gain as well.