News for 'Lionel Messi'

Messi and Ibrahimovic put Racing to the sword

Messi and Ibrahimovic put Racing to the sword

Rediff.com23 Sep 2009

Lionel Messi scored twice to guide leaders Barcelona to a 4-1 win at Racing Santander in La Liga on Tuesday.

Messi slams Barca vice president over contract comments

Messi slams Barca vice president over contract comments

Rediff.com21 Dec 2013

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi has hit out at Javier Faus over comments the club vice president made questioning the need to improve the Argentine World Player of the Year's contract.

Magnificent Mbappe leaves Messi in his wake

Magnificent Mbappe leaves Messi in his wake

Rediff.com30 Jun 2018

The 19-year-old ravaged Argentina from start to finish in France's thrilling 4-3 win in Kazan

La Liga: Messi treble seals Barca title, Atletico win, Depor down

La Liga: Messi treble seals Barca title, Atletico win, Depor down

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Barcelona clinched a 25th La Liga title on Sunday after winning 4-2 at Deportivo La Coruna despite throwing away a two-goal lead in a thrilling game which also confirmed Depor's relegation.

Messi's last chance to win World Cup

Messi's last chance to win World Cup

Rediff.com13 Dec 2017

The 'wounds' of 2014 will probably never heal, concedes Lionel Messi but the Argentine superstar is hopeful that 2018 will bring with it the World Cup that football 'owes' him.

Wenger salutes magical Messi after Barca rout

Wenger salutes magical Messi after Barca rout

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

Barcelona magician Lionel Messi mesmerised Arsenal so much over the two legs of their Champions League quarter-finals they were left chasing shadows, manager Arsene Wenger reflected.

Nadal backs Argentina to respond after Saudi shock

Nadal backs Argentina to respond after Saudi shock

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

The 35-year-old also paid tribute to Messi, who played for Real's arch-rivals Barcelona.

Club World Cup: Boca Juniors hold Benfica; Flamengo win

Club World Cup: Boca Juniors hold Benfica; Flamengo win

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Miami's Hard Rock Stadium was awash in Argentine passion as Boca Juniors fans turned it into a little Buenos Aires for their team's 2-2 draw with Benfica on Monday.

Messi & Co sweat it out ahead of friendly

Messi & Co sweat it out ahead of friendly

Rediff.com1 Sep 2011

Star footballer Lionel Messi and his team had their final practice session this evening ahead of the FIFA International friendly between Argentina and Venezuela at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan.

Photos: Fatherhood hasn't slowed record-breaking Messi

Photos: Fatherhood hasn't slowed record-breaking Messi

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi became a father for the first time last month at the age of 25 but parenthood doesn't appear to have slowed the Argentine down and if anything has sharpened his appetite for goals.

Guardiola more important to Barca than me: Messi

Guardiola more important to Barca than me: Messi

Rediff.com13 Mar 2012

Lionel Messi played down his impact at Barcelona on Monday, saying coach Pep Guardiola is more important to the Catalans.

Messi and VAR hand Barca victory over Sociedad

Messi and VAR hand Barca victory over Sociedad

Rediff.com8 Mar 2020

Lionel Messi kept his nerve from the penalty spot to give Barcelona a 1-0 win over Real Sociedad in La Liga on Saturday and return his side to the top of the table.

Messi scores five as Barcelona rout Bayer Leverkusen

Messi scores five as Barcelona rout Bayer Leverkusen

Rediff.com8 Mar 2012

Lionel Messi, at his breathtaking best, tore Bayer Leverkusen apart with a record five-goal Champions League haul on Wednesday as Barcelona swept into the quarter-finals 7-1 on the night and 10-2 on aggregate. The Argentine World Player of the Year became the first player to score five in a Champions League match.

We were mesmerised by midfield and Messi, says Ferguson

We were mesmerised by midfield and Messi, says Ferguson

Rediff.com29 May 2011

Manchester United were never able to control Barcelona's midfield or deal with the brilliance of Lionel Messi as they were overwhelmed 3-1 in Saturday's Champions League final, manager Alex Ferguson said.

Ronaldo Loses Game, Temper

Ronaldo Loses Game, Temper

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

In a disappointing turn of events for Cristiano Ronaldo during the Riyadh Season Cup final against Al-Hilal, the Portuguese superstar found himself at the centre of controversy.

Uruguay face Messi headache ahead of WC qualifier

Uruguay face Messi headache ahead of WC qualifier

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Stopping Lionel Messi is the primary concern of South American teams facing Argentina in the World Cup qualifiers. This week it is Uruguay's turn.

Messi grateful to health workers fighting COVID-19

Messi grateful to health workers fighting COVID-19

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

The Barcelona legend showed his support following the end of the World Health Worker Week, which concluded on Saturday.

Messi wins 'sad prize' as World Cup dream remains elusive

Messi wins 'sad prize' as World Cup dream remains elusive

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

Lionel Messi must now set his sights on Russia in 2018 as he seeks to cap an already stellar career by leading Argentina to World Cup glory.

Stage set, now can Messi secure his place among the greats?

Stage set, now can Messi secure his place among the greats?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

Lionel Messi can secure his place among the game's greats with a World Cup triumph after Argentina defeated the Netherlands on penalties on Wednesday to reach the final.

Messi, Fabregas give Barca 4-0 win over Osasuna

Messi, Fabregas give Barca 4-0 win over Osasuna

Rediff.com5 Jan 2012

Lionel Messi and Cesc Fabregas each scored twice as Barcelona thrilled the Nou Camp with a crushing 4-0 win over Osasuna in their King's Cup last-16 first leg on Wednesday.

Catalan independence: What will happen to Barca star Messi

Catalan independence: What will happen to Barca star Messi

Rediff.com5 Jan 2018

Messi agreed no-fee Barca exit clause in case of Catalan independence

No mercy for misfiring Messi: Nigeria coach

No mercy for misfiring Messi: Nigeria coach

Rediff.com26 Jun 2018

Nigeria have no sympathy for the struggles of Argentina striker Lionel Messi at the World Cup and will do everything they can to bring his tournament to a premature end when the teams meet in St Petersburg on Tuesday.

I want to help Messi remain the best: Neymar

I want to help Messi remain the best: Neymar

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Brilliant Brazil striker Neymar flew into Barcelona and signed a five-year contract amid great fanfare on Monday before announcing his priority was to help his idol Lionel Messi remain the world's best player.

Messi summoned by judge in tax fraud case

Messi summoned by judge in tax fraud case

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

Argentine footballer Lionel Messi, star player for Spanish soccer club Barcelona, and his father Jorge have been charged with tax fraud by a Spanish judge, media reports said on Thursday.

Fit Messi will be back like a bull: Fabregas

Fit Messi will be back like a bull: Fabregas

Rediff.com2 Jan 2014

Lionel Messi will be "like a bull" when he returns after almost two months out with a thigh injury, his Barcelona teammate Cesc Fabregas predicted ahead of Sunday's La Liga match at home to Elche.

Xavi, Iniesta and Messi on Ballon d'Or shortlist

Xavi, Iniesta and Messi on Ballon d'Or shortlist

Rediff.com6 Dec 2010

Spain's World Cup winners Xavi and Andres Iniesta were joined by holder Lionel Messi on an all-Barcelona shortlist for the FIFA Ballon d'Or announced on Monday.

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