Lionel Messi has a message for Argentina's detractors: “Nothing was handed to us.” The Argentina superstar responded to critics who have been bashing the reigning World Cup champions over perceptions of beneficial officiating and favoritism by the soccer establishment. He said the ...

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi broke the World Cup scoring record with his 17th goal in defending champion Argentina’s match against Austria on Monday, coming about a half hour after dropping his head in frustration when he missed a penalty kick. The record goal for a 1-0 lead ...

Two of soccer's all-time greats will likely make their final bows on the sport's biggest stage at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo can finally pass the baton on to a new generation including Spain's Lamine Yamal. Kylian Mbappé — who was only 19 when he won the World ...