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World Cup: 101 most memorable tournament moments

In anticipation of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, see all 101 of the most memorable moments in the tournament's rich history.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Messi vs. Ronaldo: Who will be more impactful at World Cup 2022?

The World Cup will be the last international tournament for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. So which will have the biggest impact on the...

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Remains in individual training Messi (strain) was training individually during Saturday's session, per Cesar Hernandez.

Impact Messi missed training Friday as a 'precaution' but remains in individual training Saturday. While there isn't major concern that he will miss Argentina's World Cup opener, two limited training session in a row is less than ideal. Still when on the pitch Messi is among the top fantasy options in all formats, at all times.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stu Holden's top 50 players at World Cup 2022, No. 2: Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi can cement his status as the greatest of all time with a World Cup, Stu Holden says.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo discusses his relationship with 'magic' Lionel Messi Cristiano Ronaldo has praised Lionel Messi for his footballing abilities as well as how he conducts himself off the pitch.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Misses Friday training Messi (undisclosed) trained individually during Friday's session, according to L'Equipe.

Impact Messi was left out of training as a precaution, but is expected to play during the World Cup opener. The playmaker remains one of the most dynamic players in the world heading into his final chance at World Cup glory. Messi will likely line up on the right wing or in attacking midfield barring changes to the Argentine formation.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup 2022 Group C Team Guides: Argentina

Argentina aren't just the favorites to win Group C; they're also among the favorites to win the World Cup because of Lionel Messi.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

World Cup could mean redemption for Brazil forward Neymar

The hype surrounding Neymar was considerable when he was preparing to play at his first World Cup for Brazil back in 2014

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi and Ronaldo's last dance is a battle over legacy

Ronaldo and Messi are duking it out for the status of best player of their generation — and one of the best in history.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo Piers Morgan full interview: All the key quotes about Manchester United, Lionel Messi, Erik ten Hag and more As the World Cup approaches, Cristiano Ronaldo has not been holding back on his views of Manchester United. He's also spoken about rival Lio...

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

'It depends on many things' - Messi hints his playing days are numbered as he considers retirement Ahead of a record equalling fifth World Cup, Argentina legend Lionel Messi admits that his playing days could be numbered

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lionel Messi scores as Argentina routs UAE 5-0 in World Cup warmup - The Boston Globe A pre-tournament favorite, Argentina cruised in its final warm up match before the tournament.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

World Cup 2022 odds: Betting primer, plus who the sharps are wagering on

The World Cup is finally here, and Gambling Insider Patrick Everson has you covered! Read how soccer betting works, and how sharps are wager...

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Messi scores as Argentina routs UAE 5-0 in World Cup warmup

Lionel Messi has emerged unscathed from Argentina’s final World Cup warmup and scored in a 5-0 rout of the United Arab Emirates as the pre-tournament favorites stretched their unbe...

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

World Cup 2022 Expert Picks: Golden Boot, Golden Ball and Young Player

FOX Sports soccer analysts made their predictions for the World Cup 2022 awards, from Young Player to Golden Boot.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Benzema hopes to crown comeback with a World Cup for France

The crowd in the Parisian theater rose to applaud Karim Benzema when he held up the Ballon d’Or award last month

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

When will Lionel Messi retire? Why World Cup 2022 could mark his retirement from international football with Argentina Lionel Messi's international career with Argentina could come to a close after the 2022 World Cup based on hints dropped by the superstar.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lionel Messi's World Cup predictions: Which teams are the favourites in 2022? Lionel Messi named England as one of his favourites to win the World Cup in Qatar - but he's also eager to get going himself.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

World Cup 2022 odds: Messi, Neymar, Mbappe lead Golden Ball futures lines

As the World Cup approaches, let's take a look at the Golden Ball odds for the top players in the world (with all odds via FOX Bet).

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

World Cup 2022 odds: Harry Kane, Ronaldo, Mbappe Lead Golden Boot futures

With the 2022 World Cup around the corner, here's a look at the Golden Boot odds at FOX Bet for the best players.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

WORLD CUP WATCH: European clubs have 73% of players selected

Clubs from soccer's richest continent Europe are providing 73% of players called up for the World Cup

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi tips Brazil, France and England as favourites to win World Cup Lionel Messi has tipped England, Brazil and France as his favourites to win the World Cup. Messi, 35, will be captaining Argentina at the to...

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Argentina team guide: Can unlikely saviour Scaloni help Messi to the perfect ending? When Argentina flopped in Russia the World Cup dreams of Lionel Messi looked over - but an unlikely hero has the team back firing again...

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM