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Anderson still pained by England defeat but ready to shine at Manchester City

New Manchester City midfielder Elliot Anderson has said England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina still pains him

The Guardian - UK · Aug 12

Quote of the day by Lionel Messi, 'I don't know what I'm going to do without you; I don't know how to go on. All I ever did was play soccer, and now I have serious doubts about whether I'll keep doing it for much longer. You were by my side from the very beginning, and we were so close to the end' pays timeless emotional tribute to father Jorge Messi, shows love, respect for parenting, family, reveals deepest bond behind his football journey

Lionel Messi Quote is emotional tribute to his late father, Jorge Messi. The iconic statement offers a touching look at the family bond behind his legendary football career. Messi reflects on the profound loss of the man who supported him from the very beginning, sharing heartfelt doubts about how life…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Lionel Messi Says Goodbye to His Father in Heartbreaking Post and Questions His Future in Soccer

Lionel Messi has said goodbye to his father, Jorge Messi, in an intensely personal message that reveals how his father's deteriorating health affected him during the 2026 World Cup and, for the first time, raises serious questions about whether the Argentine superstar wants to continue playing soccer.

Latin Times · Aug 12

Women's Hockey WC: India's journey from 1974 to 2022 marked by struggle

India's women's hockey team has a varied World Cup history. They achieved a notable fourth place in the inaugural 1974 tournament. Financial issues and qualification struggles marked several subsequent editions. The team returned to the World Cup in 1998 and 2002. Recent participations include reaching the quarterfinals in 2018 and…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Jorge Messi, the Steelworker's Son Who Built a Football Empire, Dies at 68

Jorge Messi, father and lifelong agent of football star Lionel Messi, has died at 68 in Rosario after months of private illness.

Latin Times · Aug 8

Siya Kolisi suffers hamstring injury in huge blow to South Africa ahead of New Zealand series

Kolisi was forced off in the first half of the narrow win over Argentina

The Independent UK · Aug 8

Argentina v South Africa LIVE: Result and reaction as Springboks cling on for victory but Kolisi injured

Argentina 10-17 South Africa: A sloppy performance did not prove costly as the Springboks held firm at the last

The Independent UK · Aug 8

Jorge Messi cause of death: What happened to Lionel Messi’s father and longtime agent who died at 68? A look at his career and role in making his son a football legend

Jorge Messi cause of death: Lionel Messi’s father and longtime agent has died at 68. The cause of his death is not known as Messi's family has not issued a statement revealing the cause. Jorge Messi had been receiving treatment for a chronic illness for a long time and died…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

Jorge Messi, father and agent of Argentina great, dies aged 68

Lionel Messi’s father and agent Jorge has died at the age of 68 at a medical clinic in the ⁠Argentinian city of ⁠Rosario after ​a long illness, the family have announced

The Guardian - UK · Aug 8

Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68

BUENOS AIRES (ARGENTINA) - Jorge Messi, the father and agent of Lionel Messi, has died aged 68, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner's childhood club Newell's Old Boys announced on Saturday.

Bangkok Post · Aug 8