LIONEL MESSI NEWS

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi head to head: History of matchups between superstars Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi could face off for one final meeting as PSG head to Saudi Arabia on January 19 for the Riyadh Season Cup.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Is Lionel Messi playing today vs Al Nassr and Cristiano Ronaldo? Latest on PSG lineup for Riyadh Season Cup 2023 Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo could well play against each other for a final time when PSG take on a combined Al Nassr and Al Hilal sid...

JANUARY 19, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

MATCHDAY: Man City hosts Tottenham; Barcelona at Ceuta

Second-place Manchester City can close the gap on Premier League leader Arsenal with a win against Tottenham at the Etihad Stadium

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cristiano Ronaldo primed to make debut in Middle East debut and could face Lionel Messi - how did he get here? For so long, Messi and Ronaldo operated on the same sphere and were difficult to separate; Qatar 2022 changed that, following a series of mi...

JANUARY 18, 2023 • SKY.COM

It's Messi vs. Ronaldo again in unlikely Saudi reunion

One of the greatest rivalries in soccer history is set to resume at the unlikely venue of Riyadh’s King Fahd International Stadium

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lionel Scaloni reveals his favourite between Diego Maradona & Lionel Messi Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni makes his choice between Diego Maradona or Lionel Messi.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Takes three shots in defeat Messi generated three shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Rennes.

Impact Messi had a few opportunities but was mostly quiet and seems to be still a bit rusty after his extended break after the World Cup. The maestro though is already at 11 goals and seven assists this term and should be back on the score sheet sooner rather than later.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona hopes Super Cup win is turning point after woes

Barcelona is hoping the tough times are finally over

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leader PSG loses 1-0 at Rennes, Monaco routs Ajaccio 7-1

Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappé couldn’t stop Paris Saint-Germain losing 1-0 at Rennes for a second straight away defeat in the French league as its lead over second-place L...

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barcelona wins Super Cup for 1st trophy with Xavi, no Messi

Barcelona’s title drought with coach Xavi and without Lionel Messi is finally over

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Gunners-Spurs in London derby; PSG stars reunited

Arsenal takes on Tottenham in the north London derby in a latest test of its English Premier League title credentials

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

FIFA charges Argentina over World Cup final celebrations

FIFA has opened a disciplinary case against the Argentine Football Association for alleged offensive player misconduct and violations of fair play at the World Cup final

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ronaldo left off FIFA award list headed by Messi, Mbappé

Cristiano Ronaldo was left off the the 14-player shortlist for the annual Best FIFA Men’s Player award for the first time, with Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé among those selected

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi scores in 1st game after World Cup as PSG wins

Lionel Messi scored in his first game since leading Argentina to the World Cup title as French league leader Paris Saint-Germain beat Angers 2-0

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lionel Messi starts first PSG game since World Cup Lionel Messi is in the PSG starting XI for the first time since winning the World Cup with Argentina.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

PSG vs Angers live score, updates, highlights from Ligue 1 as Lionel Messi returns from World Cup duty Lionel Messi makes his long awaited return to PSG after victory at the 2022 World Cup as the French giants host basement-dwellers Angers at...

JANUARY 11, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

When is FIFA 23 TOTY out? Nominees, vote, confirmed date for EA Sports' FUT Team of the Year Here's what you need to know about the FIFA 23 Team of the Year (TOTY), whose nominees include Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haalan...

JANUARY 11, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Nets in return Messi (rest) scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Angers.

Impact Messi made his return to Paris after winning the World Cup and picked up right where he left off with a goal. The forward remains one of the elite options in any format or competition and will look to consider his onslaught on Ligue 1. Next up is a Sunday trip to Rennes.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

PSG vs Angers time, live stream, TV channel, lineups, as Lionel Messi makes Paris return PSG hope to rebound from their first defeat of the season in any competition as they take on Ligue 1 bottom-feeders Angers in French top-fli...

JANUARY 11, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

MATCHDAY: Messi returns for PSG; City plays in League Cup

Lionel Messi is expected to play his first game for Paris Saint-Germain since his World Cup victory with Argentina

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Called up for Wednesday Messi (rest) has been called up by PSG for Wednesday's clash against Angers.

Impact Messi is back with his club after taking some time off with his family after winning the 2022 World Cup with Argentina. He is available against Angers and could already be back in the starting lineup.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

When is PSG vs Al Nassr? Ronaldo vs Messi friendly match date, time and schedule Cristiano Ronaldo's time in Saudi Arabia is set to begin, and his first on-field appearance could come against his longtime rival Lionel Mes...

JANUARY 10, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

When is PSG vs Al Nassr? Ronaldo vs Messi friendly match date, time and schedule Cristiano Ronaldo's time in Saudi Arabia is set to begin, and his first on-field appearance could come against his longtime rival Lionel Mes...

JANUARY 10, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cristiano Ronaldo will face Lionel Messi's PSG in January friendly

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi could add another chapter to their rivals when PSG visit Saudi Arabia for a friendly on Jan. 19.

JANUARY 9, 2023

Ronaldo set to face PSG, Messi in first game in Saudi Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo’s first game in Saudi Arabia is set to be against Paris Saint-Germain

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS