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Messi leaves fans guessing: Will he play in Tokyo?

Messi leaves fans guessing: Will he play in Tokyo?

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

Messi hopes to play in Tokyo friendly after Hong Kong letdown

Messi to captain Inter Miami: Martino

Messi to captain Inter Miami: Martino

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

World Cup winner Lionel Messi will be the new captain of Inter Miami, the Major League Soccer (MLS) side's coach Tata Martino confirmed on Monday.

Messi pips Haaland to win FIFA's best player of 2023

Messi pips Haaland to win FIFA's best player of 2023

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Erling Haaland had the same points as Lionel Messi but lost out by having fewer first-place votes from national team captains.

El Clasico comes to Navi Mumbai!

El Clasico comes to Navi Mumbai!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

The battle between Real Madrid and Barcelona is more than just football--it's a collision of legacies, philosophies, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.

ISL: Super-sub Saul answers EB's call

ISL: Super-sub Saul answers EB's call

Rediff.com16 Feb 2025

EBFC head coach Oscar Bruzon brought Saul Crespo in for Nandhakumar Sekar in the 61st minute, and the move yielded instant results, with the midfielder finding the back of the net just four minutes later.

RCB's home woes: Can they finally win in Bengaluru?

RCB's home woes: Can they finally win in Bengaluru?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Royal Challengers Bangalore will aim to turn their fortunes around at home when they face a struggling Rajasthan Royals on Thursday in the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Messi breaks silence: Reveals why he missed Hong Kong tie

Messi breaks silence: Reveals why he missed Hong Kong tie

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Messi clarified why he could not take part in the game after his name was attached to false narratives.

PIX: Messi volleys Inter Miami to victory

PIX: Messi volleys Inter Miami to victory

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Lionel Messi scored in his third consecutive match for Inter Miami in a 3-1 victory over Orlando City.

Messi To Celebrate Xi's 70th Birthday!

Messi To Celebrate Xi's 70th Birthday!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

Messi and his national team will play a friendly match against Australia today, June 15, on Chinese Communist tyrant Xi Jinping's 70th birthday.

ISL: East Bengal thrash Punjab FC, keep playoff hopes alive

ISL: East Bengal thrash Punjab FC, keep playoff hopes alive

Rediff.com22 Feb 2025

East Bengal maintained their newfound form with a 3-1 thumping of Punjab FC in their Indian Super League (ISL) match.

Messi-Ronaldo to square off again in Riyadh next year

Messi-Ronaldo to square off again in Riyadh next year

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Miami are set to take on Al-Hilal at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on January 29 before facing Al-Nassr at the same venue on February 1.

Messi, Mbappe, Haaland finalists for FIFA Best Player award

Messi, Mbappe, Haaland finalists for FIFA Best Player award

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

Erling Haaland helped Manchester City win three major trophies.

PHOTOS: Inter Miami's grand welcome party for Messi

PHOTOS: Inter Miami's grand welcome party for Messi

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Lionel Messi was presented to fans during a glitzy event called 'The Unveil' at Miami's home stadium.

What's so special about this Messi pic?

What's so special about this Messi pic?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Latest Messi tribute in Argentina recycles the joy from icon's big win

Chhetri's Tigers, Messi and Man City: a trio of football highs

Chhetri's Tigers, Messi and Man City: a trio of football highs

Rediff.com22 Dec 2023

Not only the senior team but the young Blue Colts also emerged victorious in the SAFF Men's U-19 champions after hammering Pakistan in the final and clinching a vigorous 3-0 victory.

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

The Costly Flops of IPL 2025

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Here's a look at the biggest disappointments of IPL 2025 -- the players who've cost crores but delivered crumbs.

Why A Minecraft Movie Is SO Popular

Why A Minecraft Movie Is SO Popular

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

Even if you don't play the game, you'll understand everything and have a good time, promises 9-year-old Minecraft gamer Avan Verma.

Date set for Messi's Inter Miami debut!

Date set for Messi's Inter Miami debut!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Lionel Messi is set to play his first game for Inter Miami on July 21 when the Major League Soccer side host Mexico's Cruz Azul in their Leagues Cup opener.

Messi dedicates his eighth Ballon d'Or to Argentina teammates, Maradona

Messi dedicates his eighth Ballon d'Or to Argentina teammates, Maradona

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

Earlier, Messi's World Cup-winning team mate Emiliano Martinez won the Lev Yashin award for the world's best goalkeeper.

In principle, I'm done: Lionel Messi

In principle, I'm done: Lionel Messi

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

Argentina skipper Lionel Messi has said that "in principle" last year's World Cup would be his fifth and final appearance.

Messi And Antonela Score Style Goal

Messi And Antonela Score Style Goal

Rediff.com9 May 2023

Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo turn heads with their stunning looks at the 2023 Laureus World Sports Awards

Messi completes signing for Beckham's Inter Miami

Messi completes signing for Beckham's Inter Miami

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Argentine great Lionel Messi has completed his signing for Inter Miami on a deal that will keep him in Florida until 2025.

Cirque du Soleil to showcase 'Messi 10' for Argentines

Cirque du Soleil to showcase 'Messi 10' for Argentines

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Cirque du Soleil first premiered the show in 2019 in Barcelona, where Messi was playing at the time. In recent years the company has tried to broaden its appeal, moving outside circus acts to performances celebrating music icons and creating immersive experiences with video game partners.

Neymar's Prediction: Messi will increase MLS popularity

Neymar's Prediction: Messi will increase MLS popularity

Rediff.com13 Jun 2023

Messi announced to take his talents to South Beach after his contract with PSG expires at the end of this month.

Messi's World Cup-winning jerseys fetch $7.8 million in NY auction

Messi's World Cup-winning jerseys fetch $7.8 million in NY auction

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

The collection included the shirt Messi wore during the first half of the final against France in Qatar.

Like Sachin, Messi Mobbed In Argentina

Like Sachin, Messi Mobbed In Argentina

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Word spread that Leo was in the vicinity and hundreds of fans gathered outside the Don Julio restaurant for a glimpse of the man who brought the World Cup to Argentina in December.

Smile, Nod, Suffer: Are You Too Nice At Work?

Smile, Nod, Suffer: Are You Too Nice At Work?

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

Organisations that reward constant optimism and penalise negativity create environments where employees feel pressured to hide their struggles, notes Sonica Aron, founder of HR consultancy firm Marching Sheep.

Messi returns to training after serving suspension

Messi returns to training after serving suspension

Rediff.com8 May 2023

A source close to Argentina's captain told Reuters that he received a formal offer to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal next season, with a contract renewal at PSG not on the cards for the World Cup winner who turns 36 next month.

PIX: Messi continues to mesmerise soccer fans in US

PIX: Messi continues to mesmerise soccer fans in US

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

After scoring, Messi stopped and pointed from the field at the team co-owner David Beckham, who was watching the game. The gesture was met with a wide smile from the former Manchester United great who helped lure Messi to the MLS despite a massive counter offer from Saudi Arabia.

Heartbreak! 10-man East Bengal crash out of AFC Cup

Heartbreak! 10-man East Bengal crash out of AFC Cup

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

East Bengal, playing with 10 men for most of the match, conceded two late goals to FC Arkadag and lost 1-2 in the second leg of the AFC Challenge League quarterfinals.

SHOCKING! No women make Top 100 highest-paid athletes list

SHOCKING! No women make Top 100 highest-paid athletes list

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Zero women cracked the list of the world's 100 highest-paid athletes released on Wednesday by Sportico.

Meeting of legends: Djokovic's good wishes for Messi

Meeting of legends: Djokovic's good wishes for Messi

Rediff.com27 Aug 2023

The duo were all smiles for the camera and Djokovic posted pictures of their epic meeting on his social media handles.

Why Indian youth need a system over Messi or Ronaldo

Why Indian youth need a system over Messi or Ronaldo

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

Kahn acknowledged the significance of having role models like Messi and Ronaldo but emphasised the importance of nurturing Indian talent.

It seemed after 2022 World Cup I was retiring, but now...: Messi

It seemed after 2022 World Cup I was retiring, but now...: Messi

Rediff.com2 Dec 2023

Argentina captain Lionel Messi is not thinking about his international future beyond next year's Copa America, where he will try to lead the country to a second successive continental title at the tournament in the United States.

Never Make Messi Angry, Never!

Never Make Messi Angry, Never!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

'I don't like people talking before matches. That's not part of football. I always respect everyone, but I like to be respected too.'

Messi had trouble adapting after PSG move

Messi had trouble adapting after PSG move

Rediff.com24 Jun 2023

Lionel Messi said he and his family had trouble adapting after his move to Paris St Germain in 2021.

Teammate surprised as Messi pops up in group chat!

Teammate surprised as Messi pops up in group chat!

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

Lionel Messi has already proved to be a team player at his new club Inter Miami as the Argentine forward surprised a team mate in the players' group chat.

'If you like Cristiano, you don't have to hate Messi'

'If you like Cristiano, you don't have to hate Messi'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Ronaldo admitted that both of them changed the history of football and urged his fans to not hate on Messi.

Piastri takes first F1 pole in China after sprint second

Piastri takes first F1 pole in China after sprint second

Rediff.com22 Mar 2025

McLaren's Oscar Piastri seized the first proper pole position of his Formula One career at the Chinese Grand Prix on Saturday with the fastest lap yet around the Shanghai International Circuit.

Barca Beckons: Messi's father confirms his intentions

Barca Beckons: Messi's father confirms his intentions

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'Leo wants to return to Barca and I would also like him to return'