World Cup today: France face Iraq and will there be more Messi magic? IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 22
‘It’s Clear’—Kylian Mbappe Ranks Himself Against Messi, Haaland, Kane All four have enjoyed goal-laden starts to the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jun 22
Lionel Messi, Antonela Roccuzzo's Marriage: Relationship Expert Issues Warning Amid 'Trauma Bonding' Concerns Relationship expert Jordan Schieber weighs in on Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo's marriage, linking their reunion after loss to questions about grief, trust and lasting love. International Business Times UK · Jun 22
Who are the BBC commentators, pundits and presenters for Argentina vs Austria? Lionel Messi is on the brink of World Cup history as the defending champions return to action in Group J FourFourTwo · Jun 22
World Cup schedule today: How to watch Norway v Senegal, TV channels & live stream Monday 22 June What’s happening in the World Cup today? Here is the full schedule for Monday 22 June, including kick-off times, TV channels and live stream options The Guardian - US · Jun 22
FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi eyes more records as Argentina prepare for Austria test Lionel Messi is on the cusp of rewriting FIFA World Cup history as Argentina faces Austria. Following a record-breaking hat-trick in their opener, the 38-year-old legend aims to extend his scoring streak and potentially claim the all-time goal-scoring record. Messi also holds numerous other World Cup milestones, and another victory… The Economic Times · Jun 22
Who are ya? Behind the scenes of the official World Cup portrait photographs Poses and backstage snaps showcase the players’ personalities and the mechanics of Fifa’s obligatory photoshoots The Guardian - UK · Jun 22
Is Lionel Messi injured for Argentina vs Austria? World Cup star’s fitness latest Lionel Messi was subbed off in Argentina’s first match of World Cup 2026 FourFourTwo · Jun 22
How Messi is proving he’s STILL the best in the world Lionel Messi has become the World Cup's all-time record goalscorer following Argentina 2-0 Austria. Adam Clery has a look at why his opening goal in this game shows how he's been the World's Best Player for two decades now. The Independent UK · Jun 22
TMC's Aroop Biswas appears before police in Messi event irregularities probe Former West Bengal minister Aroop Biswas faced a second questioning by Bidhannagar Police regarding alleged irregularities in the Lionel Messi event. The probe, initiated by organiser Shatadru Dutta, centres on accusations of ticket black-marketing, extortion, and cheating. Dutta claims thousands of tickets were sold illegally, with Biswas allegedly using his… The Economic Times · Jun 22
Ageless Messi has World Cup scoring record in his sights LOS ANGELES - Lionel Messi and World Cup holders Argentina face Austria in Dallas on Monday with the Argentine great needing one more goal to rewrite the record books. Bangkok Post · Jun 22
Is Argentina v Austria on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch World Cup 2026 match Argentina are off to a flyer at this World Cup after a Lionel Messi hat-trick in their opening win The Independent UK · Jun 22
‘If you love football, you love that Messi won a World Cup’ Alexia Putellas’ journey from teenage fan to sharing the spotlight with fellow Barcelona legend The Barcelona legends both star in Lay’s World Cup campaign together - a full circle moment in Alexia Putellas’ ‘crazy life’ FourFourTwo · Jun 22
Messi and Argentina ready to turn up the heat after fast World Cup start It is the 40th anniversary of Diego Maradona’s exploits against England. The scene is set for Lionel Messi to imbue the date with fresh significance The Guardian - UK · Jun 22
Sports Illustrated · Jun 22 Argentina vs. Austria—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Lionel Messi could make World Cup history against Austria.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 21 Kylian Mbappé hungry for Golden Boot battle with Messi as he sings Les Bleus France’s Kylian Mbappé said Lionel Messi is the ‘best of the best’ while sitting on the fence regarding his opinion on World Cup hydration breaks
The National (Scotland) · Jun 21 Neymar set to play for Brazil as Scotland star looks forward to reunion Neymar set to play for Brazil as Scotland star looks forward to reunion
AAP · Jun 21 SOC:Welcome to Planet Yamal: teen blasts off at World Cup The teenager hailed as the superstar to follow in the storied steps of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has enjoyed lift-off at the World Cup.
AAP · Jun 21 Welcome to Planet Yamal: teen blasts off at World Cup The teenager hailed as the superstar to follow in the storied steps of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has enjoyed lift-off at the World Cup.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 21 Lamine Yamal Enters Record Books Once More With Spain Exploits The Spaniard marked his return to Spain’s team after injury in style.
The Economic Times · Jun 21 FIFA World Cup: Yamal-inspired Spain stride to one-sided victory over Saudi Arabia Having scored in the 11th minute, Yamal, at the age of 18 years and 343 days old, registered his maiden FIFA World Cup goal just 14 days younger than Messi's first FIFA WC goal (at 18 years and 357 days old), as per ESPN.
FourFourTwo · Jun 21 ‘Our performance until that stage had clearly made Kylian Mbappe angry, and suddenly you saw this explosion’ Frank Leboeuf on France’s epic World Cup 2022 final defeat Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick was not enough in the 2022 World Cup final
The Independent UK · Jun 21 Monday’s sport: What’s on and where can I watch it? Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina will take centre stage at the World Cup.
Sports Illustrated · Jun 21 Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Austria: World Cup Group J Argentina will look to build on its opening 3–0 win against Algeria when it faces Austria.
The Economic Times · Jun 21 FIFA World Cup 2026: Impossible to surpass Messi, says Lamine Yamal praising Argentine legend Spain's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has dismissed comparisons to Lionel Messi, declaring the Argentine legend the undisputed greatest. Despite his own high self-belief and potential, Yamal acknowledges a vast gap and emphasizes his ongoing development. He stated, "For me, Messi's the best and he keeps proving it." Yamal, who has…