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Lionel Messi, Argentina’s football prodigy, cemented his legacy as a global icon during Qatar 2022, where he claimed the title for most World Cup appearances with 26 matches, surpassing Germany’s Lothar Matthäus. Messi’s illustrious journey to this milestone wasn’t just about numbers but about settling any lingering debates regarding his place among football’s all-time greats.

Manchester United announced on Friday that Portuguese manager Ruben Amorim has been appointed as the club’s new head coach, succeeding Erik ten Hag, who was dismissed earlier this week.

Lionel Messi, a veteran of five World Cups, has left fans wondering if he might achieve the unprecedented feat of competing in a sixth. Now playing for Inter Miami, the 37-year-old Argentine icon remains noncommittal about his potential participation in the 2026 World Cup, expressing that he’s focusing on “day by day” progress.

Premier League giants Manchester United have parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag after a two-and-a-half-year tenure marked by both highs and significant challenges.

All eyes will be on the iconic Santiago Bernabéu Stadium this Saturday as Real Madrid hosts arch-rivals FC Barcelona in the season’s highly anticipated first El Clásico. Once again, the Spanish giants dominate La Liga’s top two positions, with Barcelona leading by three points after winning nine of their opening ten matches and drawing one.

In a thrilling Major League Soccer (MLS) encounter, Lionel Messi showcased his brilliance once again, netting a spectacular hat-trick in just 11 minutes as Inter Miami roared back from a two-goal deficit to secure a commanding 6-2 victory over New England on Saturday. The Argentine maestro’s performance helped seal a crucial win, capping a remarkable comeback and propelling Miami to the top of the MLS Eastern Conference standings.

In front of an electrifying home crowd in Buenos Aires, Lionel Messi delivered a footballing clinic, orchestrating a breathtaking 6-0 annihilation of Bolivia in a World Cup qualifier. The Argentine talisman dazzled his fans with a hat-trick and two assists, capping off an unforgettable evening at Estadio Más Monumental. Making his first appearance on home soil in 334 days, Messi left the Argentine faithful spellbound, reminding the world of his unrivaled brilliance.

Portugal clinched a 3-1 win against Poland in the UEFA Nations League on Saturday evening, showcasing their attacking prowess at the National Stadium. Coached by Roberto Martinez, Portugal dominated from the outset, setting an aggressive tone that tested the Polish defense early on.

Uruguay national football team, led by manager Marcelo Bielsa, announced a squad on Monday that features seven uncapped players for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Peru and Ecuador. Among the fresh faces is River Plate forward Joaquin Lavega, signaling Bielsa’s intent to inject new talent into the squad as they continue their campaign in the South American qualifiers.

Johan Neeskens, the legendary Dutch midfielder who left an indelible mark on world football, passed away at the age of 73, as confirmed by the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) on Monday.