Skip Bayless hilariously wanted Taylor Swift to postpone her wedding in lieu of Argentina's clash with Cape Verde.

Victor Vazquez met Messi when they were 13 at Barcelona. They were great friends and would share music and travel on the bus together

Diego Maradona has declared that Lionel Messi did not deserve to be chosen as the best player of the 2014 World Cup, suggesting the Argentina forward won the award for marketing reasons.

Lionel Messi has unwavering support from his parents, Jorge Messi and Celia Cuccittini. Affectionately known as "Leo," Lionel's mom and dad played a pivotal role in shaping his career, helping the 2026 FIFA World Cup player become the most decorated player in soccer and one of the greatest in the sport's history.

Charting the history and remarkable numbers behind Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's rivalry, from April 23, 2008 until

ESPN's By The Numbers brings you best stats from the World Cup action on July 4.

Mbappe's just achieved something extraordinary.