SOCCER·ESPN·2D AGO
Messi tracker: Goals, assists, key moments in 2026
ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of Lionel Messi's performances for Inter Miami and Argentina.
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WORLD CUP WIRE · 20 STORIES
- 02SOCCER·ESPN·2D AGO
Two-time WC coach Okada leaves Japan post over AFC support of Infantino
Two-time World Cup coach Takeshi Okada resigned as Japanese federation VP in protest over AFC support of FIFA during Gianni Infantino's re-election campaign.
- 03BLOG - ESPN FC UNITED·ESPN·3D AGO
Vozinha's Ballon d'Or night a perfect moment for soccer's dreamers
Vozinha's improbable star turn at the 2026 World Cup led him to Monday night's Ballon d'Or ceremony. It was also a perfect moment for those who love the game, but never get love back.
- 04BAYERN MUNICH·ESPN·3D AGO
Kane's long road to Ballon d'Or glory ends with his crowning moment
After a remarkable year for Bayern Munich and England, Harry Kane becoming the world's best player is the ultimate reward for years of perseverance.
- 05ARGENTINA·ESPN·4D AGO
Lionel Messi watches on at the Messi Cup
Lionel Messi watches on at the Messi Cup
- 06SOCCER·ESPN·7D AGO
Lionel Messi: Argentina's 2026 World Cup final heartbreak "part of my football journey"
Lionel Messi has accepted that Argentina's 2026 World Cup extra-time defeat to Spain was a part of his football journey.
- 07SOCCER·ESPN·7D AGO
Asian football chief backs Gianni Infantino for another term as FIFA president
The Asian Football Confederation endorsed Gianni Infantino on Friday for a fourth term as FIFA president.
- 08SOCCER·ESPN·8D AGO
AFC president unclear on backing for Infantino's FIFA reelection
The president of the AFC gave no hint Thursday about the body's support or opposition to the reelection of Gianni Infantino as FIFA president.
- 09SOCCER·ESPN·9D AGO
Premier League best place to develop Japanese talent - Japan FA chief
The best place to develop Japanese talent is in the English Premier League, the president of the Japan Football Association has said.
- 10ARGENTINA·ESPN·10D AGO
Were Messi and De Paul wrong to 'taunt' Atlanta United's Alonso?
Were Messi and De Paul wrong to 'taunt' Atlanta United's Alonso?
- 11SOCCER·ESPN·10D AGO
Gianni Infantino courts Asian Football Confederation in reelection campaign bid
Gianni Infantino's campaign for reelection as FIFA president is set to move this week to Japan and a meeting scheduled for Wednesday with the Asian Football Confederation.
- 12SOCCER·ESPN·13D AGO
Infantino apologized, but reelection as FIFA president remains far from certain
Gianni Infantino tried to make amends at Thursday's FIFA Council meeting for his ill-fated attempt to sell the World Cup. Will it be enough to save his reelection bid?
- 13ARGENTINA·ESPN·14D AGO
Gomez: Messi will keep playing as long as he finds joy on the pitch
Gomez: Messi will keep playing as long as he finds joy on the pitch
- 14SOCCER·ESPN·14D AGO
Lautaro Martínez on World Cup goal against England: 'One of the most important in Argentina history'
Argentina forward Lautaro Martínez says he often watches his winning goal against England in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, labelling it "one of the most important in the history of the national team."
- 15BRAZIL·ESPN·14D AGO
Hislop: Mourinho adopting 'victim mentality' following Vinícius Júnior suspension
Hislop: Mourinho adopting 'victim mentality' following Vinícius Júnior suspension
- 16NEWS·ESPN·15D AGO
Gianni Infantino 'not fit to be FIFA president' without answers - FA chair
Football Association chair Debbie Hewitt says Gianni Infantino is "not fit to be FIFA president" if he does not answer questions about his World Cup private investor plan or the Folarin Balogun case.
- 17NEWS·ESPN·15D AGO
Gianni Infantino apologizes to FIFA Council, avoids key issues
Gianni Infantino gave an apology to his toughest critics but no new details or documents on FIFA issues during FIFA council meetings Thursday.
- 18NEWS·ESPN·15D AGO
FIFA set to change rules that led to Folarin Balogun World Cup red card reversal - sources
FIFA is set to amend its rules to prevent a repeat of the controversial reversal of the World Cup suspension issued to Folarin Balogun, sources have told ESPN.
- 19NEWS·ESPN·17D AGO
FIFA to propose sizable association payout bump from $10M to $25M
FIFA will propose a $6.35 billion fund to its members for development between 2027 and 2030, including a boosted amount of $25 million for each association.
- 20NEWS·ESPN·17D AGO
Netflix buys 2030 World Cup broadcast rights in co-host Spain
Netflix bought exclusive rights to broadcast the 2030 World Cup in co-host Spain on Tuesday in a deal that lets a free-to-air public broadcaster show games each day including the
