Thursday, January 23

Lionel Messi

Messi madness in the mixed zone: more than 40 journalists and cameras chasing him!
Lionel Messi

Messi madness in the mixed zone: more than 40 journalists and cameras chasing him!

ArgentinaJuventus' number 10 is a magnet for cameras and microphones after every Copa America match and in Houston, after ArgentinaThe dramatic passage of 's towards the semi-finals, Leo Messi has once again caused an uproar among the accredited media. Messi never hides; he always stops to talk, even after missing a penalty, and he does it on several occasions to ensure that all the press can ask him questions in the mixed zone..kWidgetIframeContainer{height:100%!important;}jQuery(function(){if(typeof KalturaUE==='object'){var kalturaPlayer=new KalturaUE.Player('video-0_6dlr55uh',kalturaPlayerConfig);kalturaPlayer.setConfig({partnerId:110,opciones:{responsive:'16/9'}});var tags="lionel-messi---english,argentina-national-football-team---english,copa-america---english,soccer";kaltura...
Lionel Messi was furious after missing his Panenka-style penalty against Ecuador
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Lionel Messi was furious after missing his Panenka-style penalty against Ecuador

Lionel MessiLAPRESSEThe is famous and still risky PanenkaThe penalty kick was popularized by a Czech player Antonin Panenka at the 1976 European Championship. The shot involves slowly lobbing the ball in order to deceive the goalkeeper, it doesn't always work. In fact, some of the greatest players in history have missed this shot and suffered as a result. Such is the case of Lionel Messiwho had spoken about it with some of his teammates and dared to try it during the penalty shootout against Ecuador. The shot hit the bar and Messi was unable to intervene Argentina. However, another heroic performance by Emiliano "Dibu" Martinez helped everyone forget that blunder. But not Messi, he was angry after the match. .kWidgetIframeContainer{height:100%!important;}jQuery(function(){if(typeof Kal...
Lionel Messi and his Argentina teammates ooze style in a photoshoot for the Palm Angels collaboration
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Lionel Messi and his Argentina teammates ooze style in a photoshoot for the Palm Angels collaboration

Messi and the Argentina national team shine with Palm Angels gearInstagram @palmangelsIJust when you thought Lionel Messicouldn't be cooler, he goes and does something like this. Imagine this: the Argentina national football teamfresh out of their Copa America 2024 campaign, decked out in such elegant gear that it makes the podium look like a catwalk for amateurs. That's right, The angels of the palm has partnered with Messi and companyand the results are simply spectacular.In a recently released video, the Argentina team struts around in a photoshoot that's making a lot of noise. Palm Angels, Known for their unique blend of high fashion and streetwear, the brands provided the team with formal uniforms and leisurewear. This collaboration allows the players to express their shar...
Shakira may have hinted at who will reach the Copa America final in her latest social media post
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Shakira may have hinted at who will reach the Copa America final in her latest social media post

Shakira to perform at Copa America final in MiamiAPTThe Copa America is at its peak with the final square teams set to compete today and tomorrow for a coveted spot in the final, which will take place on Sunday July 14At Hard Rock Stadium MiamiThe home of the Miami Dolphins has become a popular venue for various sporting events, hosting the Miami Open Tennis Tournament Since 2019 and the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix Since 2022, in addition to various concerts and events.In an exciting announcement made today, Shakira was revealed as a guest artist for Sunday's final. Shakira is no stranger to the world of football, not just because of Gerard piquebut for its iconic world Cup hymns “Waka Waka” for South Africa 2010 and “La La La” for Brazil 2014, which have both been hugely successful. Th...
Argentina advance to Copa America final thanks to goals from Alvarez and Messi in crushing win over Canada
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Argentina advance to Copa America final thanks to goals from Alvarez and Messi in crushing win over Canada

Lionel Messi celebrates his goal for Argentina in the Copa America semi-final against CanadaLAPRESSETThe first semi-final of the Copa America saw Argentina win 2-0 against Canada has MetLife Stadium In New Jersey on Tuesday. Goals of Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi propelled Argentina in his fourth final in the last five Copa America tournaments..kWidgetIframeContainer{height:100%!important;}jQuery(function(){if(typeof KalturaUE==='object'){var kalturaPlayer=new KalturaUE.Player('video-0_6sm1gyo7',kalturaPlayerConfig);kalturaPlayer.setConfig({partnerId:110,opciones:{responsive:'16/9'}});var tags="soccer,copa-america---english,argentina-national-football-team---english,canada-national-football-team---english,lionel-messi---english";kalturaPlayer.setTags(tags.split(","));kalturaPlayer.setTop...
Lionel Messi says he will continue to play for Argentina beyond the Copa America final
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Lionel Messi says he will continue to play for Argentina beyond the Copa America final

Argentina's Lionel Messi plays during a Copa America semi-final soccer match against CanadaLAPRESSE"As I said before, I intend to continue," he said on Tuesday evening after Argentina wins 2-0 in Canada. "I intend to continue living day by day without thinking about what will come in the future or whether I will continue or not. It's something that I simply live every day. I am 37 years old and only God knows when the end will come.Messi scored his 109th international goalhis first in this year's tournament. It was his 14th in the Copa America, three shy of the record.The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner spoke outside the locker room at MetLife Stadium, where he announced his retirement after missing a penalty in the shootout loss to Chile in the 2016 Copa America final. He re...