The iconic Golden Ball trophy awarded to Diego Maradona for being named the best player at the 1986 World Cup is set to be auctioned in France on June 6. This highly coveted piece of football history is the first of its kind to go up for auction, and experts at the Aguttes auction house
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The Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced the passing of legendary World Cup-winning coach Cesar Luis Menotti at the age of 85. Menotti, a former player for Rosario Central, Boca Juniors, and Santos, had a remarkable coaching career that left a lasting impact on Argentine football. His coaching journey began at Newell’s Old Boys and culminated
The children of the late soccer legend Diego Maradona have recently made a request to authorities in Argentina. They are seeking permission to transfer Maradona’s body from its current resting place in a private cemetery to a newly constructed mausoleum in Buenos Aires. The purpose of this move is to provide fans from all over
Arguably one of the greatest footballers of all time, Lionel Messi made a remarkable comeback in his return to action for Inter Miami in a 2-2 tie with the Colorado Rapids. Coming off the substitutes’ bench, Messi wasted no time in making his mark by scoring just 12 minutes after halftime. His first-time deflected shot
The upcoming visit of soccer legend Lionel Messi to Gillette Stadium has created a frenzy among fans, resulting in record-breaking ticket sales for the New England Revolution. The team announced that over 60,000 tickets have already been sold for the highly anticipated matchup with Inter Miami. With less than 5,000 tickets remaining for the April
In a world where age often dictates when professional athletes retire, Lionel Messi stands out as an exception. The Argentine football legend has firmly stated that age will not be the determining factor in when he hangs up his boots. Instead, Messi emphasizes his commitment to excellence and knowing when he is no longer contributing
Argentina’s star player, Lionel Messi, is set to miss the upcoming friendlies against El Salvador and Costa Rica due to a right hamstring injury. This comes as a blow to the team, as Messi is not only the captain but also a key player who has the ability to influence games single-handedly. Inter Miami CF
With the much-anticipated international break on the horizon and two prestigious tournaments looming large, Adidas has unveiled a plethora of home and away kits for the partner federations participating in the 2024 Copa América and European Championship. The designs for both tournaments share a common thread, aiming to uphold each nation’s footballing identity while infusing
When Lionel Messi won his fourth FIFA Ballon d’Or in January 2013, a young boy by the name of Lionel Messi da Silva was born in Campinas, Brazil a few days later. It was an unlikely coincidence that tied the two events together in a strange yet fascinating manner. Fast forward to February 2013, and
Lionel Messi, one of the greatest footballers of all time, made waves with his move to Major League Soccer, marking a significant moment in the growth of the sport in the U.S. His transition to Inter Miami CF comes with high expectations as he competes for trophies at both the club and international level, with