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The Guardian FootballLionel Messi’s international retirement serves as a reminder: watch him while you still can
The Argentinian’s international career was singular, and his exit is a reminder that all good things come to an end It was among the defining moments of the 2026 World Cup: Lionel Messi standing arms akimbo, looking up towards Argentina’s fervent supporters after losing the final . Tears streamed down his face after his team’s embarrassing loss to Spain in what we now know was Messi’s final match wearing that famous Argentina kit. It was not the first time he’d cried at the tournament. There had been tears of joy in Argentina’s opening match, when Messi rolled back the clock to his glory days with a trio of spectacular goals against Algeria. There had been more when his brace against Austria pushed Argentina through to the knockout round as group winners, and even more when his equalizer against Egypt threw la Albiceleste a much-needed lifeline. Later, the world found out that Messi had been struggling all the while with the health struggles of his father , Jorge, a fact that clearly weighed heavily on him as Argentina made a dramatic return to the final in a bid to defend their 2022 title. Continue reading...
BBC SportGoals, records, tears ... Messi's most iconic moments
As Lionel Messi retires from international football following the death of his father, BBC Sport looks back at some of his most iconic moments.
The Guardian Football‘I’ve had a very hectic career’: Mario Balotelli on Italian football’s troubles and his future
Striker talks life in the UAE, problems with the Azzurri and ‘special feeling’ of playing for Manchester City Whenever the name Mario Balotelli is brought up, particularly in Italy, the conversation is almost inevitably laced with a sense of regret. There is that lingering “What if?”, a collective sigh over a player who possessed the raw, undeniable potential to be one of the best in the world, if only things had been different. Yet being in front of him, with a smile on his face, it becomes clear the 36-year-old striker has reached an unexpected level of wisdom and maturity, traits that shine through in his lucid analysis of Italian football’s current struggles and the vanishing street culture of the sport. As Balotelli reflects on what he would tell his adolescent self, there is also a distinct feeling that he has finally made peace with his own turbulent narrative, that he isn’t chasing the ghosts of unfulfilled expectations. Continue reading...
The Guardian FootballJosé Mourinho claims Kylian Mbappé should win Ballon d’Or ahead of PSG and Spain stars
Real Madrid manager backs his striker to land award ‘The best player in the world is not at PSG or Spain’ José Mourinho has said Kylian Mbappé deserves to win this year’s Ballon d’Or, arguing the award should go to the best player in the world rather than be decided by World Cup or Champions League success. “The best players in the world, there are two, three or four of them, and we know who they are: they’re here,” the Real Madrid coach said on Saturday before their game against Málaga in La Liga. Continue reading...
ESPN'Incredible' Mbappé bags hat trick to silence jeers
José Mourinho celebrated his Bernabeu return in style as Kylian Mbappé's hat trick inspired Real Madrid to a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad.
ESPNBreaking down 10 years of FC 100: Top countries, trends, all-time starting XI
For the 10th anniversary edition of the FC 100, let's take a look at the big takeaways from a decade of ranking the best men's soccer players.
The Guardian FootballUefa and Concacaf discuss joint Nations League in latest challenge to Fifa
Biennial tournament could launch as early as 2028 Confederations are seeking to oust Gianni Infantino Uefa and Concacaf have begun talks about setting up a combined Nations League tournament featuring all 96 European and North and Central American and Caribbean countries, in another direct challenge to Fifa. The Guardian has learned that having come together to push for Gianni Infantino’s removal in the light of the World Cup sell-off controversy, the two confederations are now working on creating their own biennial tournament, which could launch as early as 2028 after the next European Championship. Continue reading...
ESPNBig questions, predictions for Barcelona, Real Madrid as LaLiga campaigns begin
Barcelona and Real Madrid have both spent big in the summer transfer window, but what do our writers predict will happen in LaLiga this season.
Football ItaliaVideo: Ronaldinho arrives to re-start playing career with Ravenna at 46
Ronaldinho has arrived in Italy and is set to take part in a number of...
ESPNA decade of elite men's soccer as seen through the FC 100
We've been tracking the FC 100 since 2016 and a lot has changed in the game -- though Lionel Messi has been ever-present. Gab Marcotti reflects on the list, its growth and what it shows you about men's soccer.
ESPNRonaldo will 'probably' retire after this season
Cristiano Ronaldo has given his clearest indication yet that he could retire from football at the end of the current season, saying it is "probably my last year."
BBC Sport'Probably my last year' - Ronaldo hints at retirement
Cristiano Ronaldo says this season will probably be his last as a player after a glittering football career.
BBC SportNo player bigger than a club - is that changing for some fans?
From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to Erling Haaland and Jude Bellingham, are star names a bigger draw than clubs for young fans?
ESPNLionel Messi pays tribute to father on Instagram
Messi pays tribute on IG to father
ESPNTransfer rumors, news: Maresca wants Man City to sign Chelsea duo
United States striker Folarin Balogun is reportedly linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur. Transfer Talk has the latest.
BBC SportMessi unsure he will play 'much longer' after father's death
Lionel Messi says he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football in an emotional tribute after his father's death.
The Guardian FootballSaudi Pro League tries to move on from era of ageing megastar but big names still loom | John Duerden
As Ronaldo heads towards 1,000 career goals, the league plans to lift the standard of Saudi Arabian football, not just the clubs There is no Mohamed Salah in the new Saudi Pro League season that kicks off on Thursday and while the era of the ageing megastar is ending, there is still the strong chance the next few months will be dominated by Cristiano Ronaldo. The 41-year-old is 24 shy of 1,000 career goals and, with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner having scored 102 in 107 league games for Al-Nassr, the milestone could – should – be reached this season. Huge as that will be, just how it fits into the plans of the league is unclear. This is the fourth season since the spending started with $957m splashed out in the summer of 2023. It produced thousands of articles, dozens of international broadcasting deals and untold numbers of people worldwide sporting the yellow CR7 Al-Nassr shirt. Now, though, the focus is on getting a little more value for money and lifting not just the clubs, but the standard of Saudi Arabian football in general. Continue reading...
BBC Sport — Premier LeagueMourinho says he agreed to replace Ferguson at Man Utd
David Moyes succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford in 2013 but things could have been so different, Jose Mourinho reveals in a new documentary.