Source: Lionel Messi not involved in Finalissima cancellation, wanted pre-World Cup final

Argentina captain Lionel Messi was left disappointed after the cancellation of the Finalissima, regarding the match as a vital competitive opportunity, a source confirmed to ESPN.
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World Cup stories: Lionel Messi completes legacy in first-ever winter World Cup

We are counting down the days until this summer's 2026 World Cup, and with 92 days to go, DAZN News travels back once again to reflect on what happened on football's grandest stage just four years ago.

Messi’s ‘Finalissima’ and F1 races: The sporting events that could be affected by Iran-US war

The escalating conflict in the Middle East is casting a long shadow over global sports, placing the schedules of icons like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lewis Hamilton in jeopardy.
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Lionel Messi ranked world’s most decisive player over the last year, beating Mbappe and Kane

A statistical analysis of leagues around the world over the past year places Lionel Messi at the top, ahead of stars such as Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe. No one is surprised anymore that Lionel Messi,

Lionel Messi paid $70M-$80M per year, Inter Miami owner says

Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas revealed that captain Lionel Messi is paid between $70 million and $80 million a year, including the player's ownership shares.