World Cup 2026: Group J full fixture guide, team analysis and qualification predictions
Group J presents a fascinating mix of footballing traditions, emerging stories and unanswered questions heading into the 2026 FIFA World...
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Lamine Yamal chooses iconic number linked to Lionel Messi ahead of first World Cup
Spain’s rising star Lamine Yamal is set to make his FIFA World Cup debut with a jersey number that carries...
Algeria’s Samir Chergui sends strong World Cup warning ahead of Argentina clash
Algerian defender Samir Chergui has delivered a bold message ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting that Algeria’s objective...
Farès Chaïbi confident Algeria can shine at 2026 World Cup
Algeria midfielder Farès Chaïbi has spoken openly about his pride in representing his country and the ambitions of the national...
“Lamine Yamal is the best of his generation” – Messi showers praise on Barcelona star
Lionel Messi has named Lamine Yamal as the young player who most closely reminds him of his early days in...
Morocco star Achraf Hakimi opens up on tough first season playing with Messi at PSG
Morocco international Achraf Hakimi has revealed that the arrival of Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain significantly altered his role and...
Egyptian FA director warns Mohamed Salah against MLS move because of Messi
Concerns over Mohamed Salah’s next career move have taken a new turn after a senior figure within the Egyptian national...
Lamine Yamal reveals Lionel Messi and Luca Modrić influence behind his unique playing style
Lamine Yamal has offered a deeper insight into the foundations of his playing style, revealing that his development as a...
Al Ahly defender Yasser Ibrahim explains confrontation with Lionel Messi at Club World Cup
Al Ahly SC defender Yasser Ibrahim has revealed the reason behind his tense exchange with Lionel Messi during their clash...
Ivorian winger Amad Diallo has shared candid insights into the players who have shaped his football journey, revealing that while...
Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo chooses Lionel Messi over Ronaldo in GOAT debate
Ghana international Antoine Semenyo has chosen Lionel Messi over Cristiano Ronaldo as he shared his thoughts on the Greatest of...
Deco insists Barcelona does not get involved in Lamine Yamal’s personal issues
Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, has confirmed that the club does not interfere in the personal issues of star attacker Lamine...
Spanish-Moroccan youngster Lamine Yamal picks Lionel Messi as the greatest of all time
Spain international of Moroccan descent Lamine Yamal has named Argentina star Lionel Messi as the greatest of all time footballer....
Angola to host Argentina in high-profile friendly this Friday
Angola will host Argentina at the Estádio 11 de Novembro in Luanda on Friday, November 14, 2025, kicking off at...
Angola reportedly pays $10 million for Argentina friendly featuring Lionel Messi
Angola’s football federation has reportedly approved a $10 million payment to stage a high-profile friendly against world champions Argentina on...
UCL: Olympiacos coach José Luis Mendilibar compares Lamine Yamal to Messi ahead of Barcelona clash
Olympiacos head coach José Luis Mendilibar has described Lamine Yamal as the heartbeat of Barcelona ahead of their UEFA Champions...
I needed that – Lionel Messi’s kindness gave Ousmane Dembele strength
When Ousmane Dembele made history as the first PSG player to win the Ballon d’Or, you might expect that victory...
Ousmane Dembélé reveals Lionel Messi’s message after historic Ballon d’Or triumph
Ousmane Dembélé has joined French football royalty after being crowned Ballon d’Or winner, becoming the sixth Frenchman to claim the...
Algerian forward Riyad Mahrez could line up alongside Lionel Messi at Al-Ahli
Riyad Mahrez may soon find himself sharing a dressing room with one of football’s all-time greats, as Saudi Arabian giants...
FIFA Club World Cup: Lionel Messi will need special attention – Al Ahly coach Jose Riveiro
Al Ahly coach, Jose Riveiro, has admitted that Lionel Messi will require a special attention ahead of their FIFA Club World...