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Quote of the day by Jacques Kallis: "I realised in Sri Lanka that my dream of playing in a World Cup was..."

Two athletes can reach the same realisation, that a long-held goal is no longer realistically within reach- and handle that moment in very different ways. One keeps chasing the goal anyway, past the point where the numbers and the body have stopped supporting it, unwilling to let go of something…

The Times of India · Sep 3

Messi denied dream farewell as abject Argentina lose World Cup final

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Lionel Messi could have ended all debate over who is the greatest player of all time by winning another World Cup with Argentina on Sunday, but he was left in tears following Spain's 1-0 win.

Bangkok Post · Jul 20

In twilight of Messi’s career, Americans are gifted one last chance to witness his international magic

The Argentinian icon’s legacy had no need for another World Cup but his return allowed the hosts to witness his international curtain call

The Guardian - UK · Jun 15

Owen Farrell: Full steam ahead for England and Saracens captain with no retirement plans

32-year-old intends to play on for as long as he can, with making another World Cup in 2027 the obvious target

Evening Standard · Nov 22, 2023

Lionel Messi confirms triumphant 2022 World Cup was probably his last

Lionel Messi on June 13, 2023 confirmed he “doesn’t think” he will play at another World Cup in an interview with Chinese media. Messi had led Argentina to World Cup victory in 2022.

The Hindu · Jun 13, 2023

Qatar to Host 2027 World Cup in Men’s Basketball

Qatar is going to host another World Cup. The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) on Friday picked Qatar to host the 2027 edition of its marquee men’s World Cup. It did not say whether there were any other bidders. Doha will stage all games in the 32-team event, FIBA said, citing…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 28, 2023