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Messi, Mbappé, Haaland Chase World Cup 2026 Golden Boot Glory

Eric Jabulani June 23, 2026

USA Afrik24 – After two matches each at the 2026 World Cup, it appears the battle for the Golden Boot will be between Lionel Messi (Argentina), Kylian Mbappe (France) and Erling Haaland (Norway). The trio are the only players to score multiple goals in every match they have played so far.

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Messi’s family releases statement on father’s health

Eric Jabulani June 18, 2026

USA Afrik24 – The family of Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has released a statement confirming that his father, Jorge, is dealing with a health issue. Messi broke down in tears after scoring his first goal against Algeria in their 2026 World Cup group game. After the match, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner claimed it was […]

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FIFA honours Inter Miami, Argentina superstar Messi, on his 38th birthday

Eric Jabulani September 9, 2025

FIFA Did you know? Diego Maradona and Messi both made their Argentina debuts against Hungary, coming off the bench in the 62nd and 63rd minutes respectively. ‘La Pulga Atomica’ was sent off just two minutes into his bow. When Messi first scored for Argentina…

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Messi to play against PSG in Club World Cup

admin June 29, 2025

USA Inter Miami will be a heavy underdog against Paris Saint-Germain, winners of last month’s Champions League final in a 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan. It will be uncharted territory for Messi, who rarely has in his decorated career entered a match as anything other than the favorite. It will be the first time Messi […]

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Messi says he is not friends with Ronaldo

Oakley Mason June 20, 2025

Nigeria Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi has admitted he is not friends with Cristiano Ronaldo, but described their relationship as “normal”. Messi, in an interview with Sky News Africa, claimed their rivalry ended on the pitch, as they tried to help their respective teams win. The two footballers have played on the opposite sides of the […]