Lionel Messi
Messi's desire to end trophy heartache impresses Argentina
Messi took time out after their limp 2018 World Cup campaign ended with defeat by eventual champions France.
Lionel Messi dethrones boxing world champion Floyd Mayweather as highest paid athlete
The Argentine earned USD 127 million between his salary and endorsements to move up one spot on the list.
Lionel Messi keen to end Argentina's title drought
It's 26 years since Argentina last won the Copa America, despite contesting four of the last five finals.
Ronaldo opens up about deserving Ballon d’Or 2019 after UEFA Nations League win
Ronaldo has won the Italian Supercup, the Serie A and now the UEFA Nations Cup this season.
Sergio Aguero returns to side as Lionel Messi's bid to claim national cup boosts
Aguero has started only 14 games in major tournaments since making his World Cup debut in 2010.
Lionel Messi keen to end his hunt for national trophy
Messi has one of the most impressive trophy hauls in football history but there is a glaring void when it comes to national team accolades.
Messi gets another shot at a major title with Argentina
Argentina will play its opening match against Colombia in Salvador.
‘Messi won’t win Ballon d’Or’, says Koeman
Ronald Koeman picked Virgil Van Dijk to win this year’s Ballon d’Or over Messi.
UEFA Champions League: Ronaldo edges out Messi to win best goal
While Lionel Messi didn’t win the best goal, he did manage to score twice as many goals as Ronaldo and grabbed the Golden Boot.
UEFA releases 2019 squad of the season
The list includes Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo and Barcelona skipper Lionel Messi.