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Lionel Messi Leads 2026 MLS All-Star First XI for Inter Miami

Lionel Messi Leads 2026 MLS All-Star First XI for Inter Miami

Lionel Messi Leads 2026 MLS All-Star First XI for Inter Miami
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Argentina's Lionel Messi (hamstring) could play in pre-Cup friendly

Argentina's Lionel Messi (hamstring) could play in pre-Cup friendly

Lionel Messi, recovering from left hamstring soreness, is healthy enough to possibly appear in at least one of Argentina's two warm-up matches ahead of the World Cup.
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Soccer-Messi recovering well from injury, could feature in Argentina warm-ups, says Scaloni

Soccer-Messi recovering well from injury, could feature in Argentina warm-ups, says Scaloni

BUENOS AIRES, June 5 (Reuters) - Lionel Messi is recovering well from a recent muscle injury and could feature in Argentina's final World Cup warm-up matches, coach Lionel Scaloni said on Friday.
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USA Soccercast, Episode 190: Recapping the Senegal win, but Germany awaits

USA Soccercast, Episode 190: Recapping the Senegal win, but Germany awaits

A good win, but the prep continues.
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The “Controls the Game Quietly” Midfielder Tier

The “Controls the Game Quietly” Midfielder Tier

An analysis of the unsung heroes of the soccer pitch—the midfielders who control the game's flow with intelligence and subtlety, not just flair.
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5 World Cup Captains Who Carry Quarterback-Level Pressure

5 World Cup Captains Who Carry Quarterback-Level Pressure

Exploring five World Cup captains whose leadership roles and national expectations are comparable to the immense pressure faced by NFL quarterbacks.
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Banana Ball World Tour Brings Excitement to Queen City with Unique Baseball Experience

Banana Ball World Tour Brings Excitement to Queen City with Unique Baseball Experience

Banana Ball World Tour Brings Excitement to Queen City with Unique Baseball Experience
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Mike Evans provides encouraging update on his connection with Brock Purdy

Mike Evans provides encouraging update on his connection with Brock Purdy

Purdy has a knack for quickly building a rapport with his pass-catchers.
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USA vs. Senegal, 2026 Friendly: Man of the Match

USA vs. Senegal, 2026 Friendly: Man of the Match

It was a team effort.
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Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal are all going to the World Cup after injury scares

Injuries to some of soccer’s star players, including Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Lamine Yamal, sparked concern ahead of the World Cup
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Messi, Ronaldo, and Ochoa Set for Record Sixth World Cup Appearance

Messi, Ronaldo, and Ochoa Set for Record Sixth World Cup Appearance

Messi, Ronaldo, and Ochoa Set for Record Sixth World Cup Appearance
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The Highest-Paid Players at the 2026 World Cup

The Highest-Paid Players at the 2026 World Cup

When Portugal takes the field against the Democratic Republic of Congo on June 17, Cristiano Ronaldo will once again chase the biggest accolade that has eluded him throughout his illustrious career. The 41-year-old has represented his country five other times in the World Cup and has never been able to call himself a champion. But […]