Relive the legendary 1986 World Cup clash at Azteca Stadium as Lionel Messi faces England, reviving intense Bangladeshi folklore surrounding Diego Maradona’s controversial Hand of God goal and the iconic Goal of the Century.

Expose the fierce online backlash against Messi and Argentina as passionate haters brand their World Cup victories scripted, proving that legendary football greatness inevitably triggers endless conspiracy theories from jealous rivals who fear undeniable relevance.

The 39-year-old has remained inspirational, scoring in every match and extending his World Cup tally to a record 21 goals despite admitting fatigue after successive demanding contests.

For Argentina, it is becoming inevitable. Messi happened when the World Cup dream was on the brink of ending for the defending champions.

Defy football history as Argentina aims to break the FIFA World Cup number one ranking curse in 2026. Lionel Messi and Scaloni lead the defending champions, inspiring diverse fan debates on squad grit and winning DNA.

Argentina defender Cristian Romero has progressed in his recovery by adding on-field training, the Argentine federation (AFA) said on Friday, after he was forced off with a knee injury in their 2-0 World Cup Group J win over Austria on Monday.

Messi, at his sixth World Cup, was still going strong in the 95th minute.

When asked to rank his absolute favourite goal from his unparalleled World Cup career or describe the feeling of breaking the record, the master goalscorer could only smile through the exhaustion.

Standing in their way is an Austrian side energised by Ralf Rangnick's demanding philosophy, one built on intensity, pressing and chaos.

Dhaka engulfed in blue smoke alongside the Bangladeshi flag. Even our four-legged friends are getting into the frenzy. Bound by a unified dream for World Cup glory, global fans have proven that love for Argentina knows absolutely no borders.

Uncover how Lionel Scaloni transformed a fractured Argentina squad into global champions. Defying critics like Diego Maradona, the tactical manager built trust around Lionel Messi, securing historic victories like the 2022 World Cup and Copa America trophies.

Navigate the hilarious rivalry between passionate Brazil and Argentina football fans in Bangladesh following Qatar 2022. Experience how Messi triumphs, Neymar debates, and historical World Cup banter turn daily office conversations into legendary sporting drama.

The moment a FIFA World Cup approaches, something changes in Bangladesh.

Lionel Messi remained at the heart of an injury scare only weeks before the World Cup after medical tests diagnosed him with muscle fatigue in his left hamstring, Inter Miami announced on Monday.

Lionel Messi scored twice and had a hand in two others as Inter Miami fought back to beat FC Cincinnati 5-3 away in the MLS on Wednesday.

The Argentine Football Association on Monday unveiled Argentina’s preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup, with coach Lionel Scaloni naming a 55-man roster from which the final 26-player squad will be selected later this month.

Gelsenkirchen, Germany. June 16, 2006.

Argentina full-back Nicolas Tagliafico says becoming the first team to successfully defend the World Cup title in 64 years would be a "dream" for the three-time world champions.

A new trial over the death of football legend Diego Maradona will begin on March 17, after an initial proceeding was dismissed earlier this year, according to an Argentine court document seen Wednesday by AFP.

Lionel Messi conjured another moment of brilliance in the 90th minute when his sumptuous left-footed curler found the corner in Inter Miami’s 2-1 loss to Nashville SC on Saturday, levelling their first-round MLS Cup playoff series at 1-1 after Miami’s 3-1 win in the first leg on October 25. The strike was Messi’s 749th with his famed left foot -- nearly 84 percent of his career total -- taking his overall tally to 892 as he closes in on the 900-goal mark. In contrast, his long-time rival, Cristiano Ronaldo, now on 952 goals, has scored 182 goals (19.1 percent of his career total) with his weaker left foot. With 892 goals in 1,132 appearances, Messi looks set to reach the 900-mark faster than Ronaldo, who took 1236 games. Photo: Reuters