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ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of Lionel Messi's performances for Inter Miami and Argentina.

Lionel Messi scores his first hat trick at a World Cup in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, tying Miroslav Klose as the tournament's all-time leading goal scorer.

Sir David Beckham has become the first footballer to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Lionel Messi doubles Argentina's lead from the penalty spot

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni confirmed Lionel Messi will feature in the final friendly before the 2026 World Cup against Iceland on Tuesday night in Auburn, Alabama.

Inter Miami CF and Argentina star Lionel Messi has been awarded the 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, becoming the first individual football player to be given the honor by the committee.

Guillermo Hoyos will continue to lead Inter Miami as head coach following Major League Soccer's World Cup break, sources told ESPN.

Lionel Messi will lead defending champion Argentina at a record sixth World Cup this summer in North America.