All the laurels in the world won’t bring you joy if you get them at the cost of your team’s loss. That’s exactly how Lionel Messi felt after being awarded the Player of the Tournament title after Germany defeated Argentina in the 2014 FIFA World Cup final.

The 31-year-old star is officially Messi's club teammate after Inter Miami announced De Paul's arrival on Friday. It's a reunion for the two Argentina stars who led the Albiceleste to the 2022 World Cup title in Qatar.

Lionel Messi has launched a new 'global tournament' culminating in competing 'ballers' playing in front of the icon in Miami.

Rodrigo De Paul will reportedly first join on loan this summer as the Herons add a major reinforcement to the midfield.

Amid uncertainty about his contract renewal with Inter Miami, Lionel Messi's future has been linked with numerous teams, including Italy's Como. In response, team president Mirwan Suwarso addressed rumors about the Argentine star possibly joining their squad.

With his presence in the national team in doubt, Brazil legend Ronaldo Nazario made a bold statement on Lionel Messi and Argentina national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi has yet to confirm whether he’ll suit up for Argentina in the 2026 World Cup,