The last thing you see, right before you try to touch Lionel Messi on the pitch? Yassine Cheuko.The professional bodyguard has been Messi’s personal protector since his time at Paris

Is Lionel Messi Participating In the 2025 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge? originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Lionel Messi is expected to be part of the 2025 MLS All-Star Game this Wednesday. In late June, Messi was named as part of the MLS All-Star ...

In the world of soccer, few rivalries have captivated fans like that of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Even as they approach their 40s, these two icons continue to defy the odds, showcasing their extraordinary skills on the field.

A closer look at the numbers suggests what Messi accomplished in 2025 was more impressive and should be considered the greatest attacking season in MLS history.

Lionel Messi is the only Argentine to truly live up to being described as the next Diego Maradona so it was little surprise the Barcelona captain should dedicate his goal in Sunday's 4-0 Liga win over Osasuna to his late compatriot.

Lionel Messi took to his social media with an encouraging statement aimed at Argentina U-20 players after the loss to Morocco in the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup Final.

Lionel Messi was the standout figure in Inter Miami’s 5–2 thrashing of Nashville SC, scoring a hat-trick and providing an assist. The Rosario star showcased his trademark skill at various moments of the match, starting with a remarkable finish that opened the scoring and continuing with a converted penalty, his first goal from the spot this season.