The latest on Lionel Messi
Watch the latest reels →The Last Dance: Leo's Argentina Farewell
On August 31, 2026, Lionel Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina national team — weeks after captaining the Albiceleste to the final of the 2026 World Cup, a loss to Spain. In his statement, he also pointed to the recent death of his father, Jorge, as weighing on the decision.
Nominated: Ballon d'Or 2026
Lionel Messi has been named among the nominees for the 2026 Ballon d'Or, recognition for a magnificent run at the 2026 World Cup in the United States, where he captained Argentina all the way to the final. It's one more chapter for a player who already holds the record for the most Ballon d'Or wins in history.
Honored: Doctor Honoris Causa from UBA
The University of Buenos Aires is awarding Lionel Messi its highest honorary distinction, the Doctor Honoris Causa, recognizing a career the university calls a model of "excellence, perseverance, humility and ethical exercise" — and his role as a cultural ambassador for Argentina on and off the pitch.
New Owner: Messi Buys Spanish Club Eldense
Messi has completed his purchase of CD Eldense, a Spanish second-division side, becoming the first professional club in Spain he owns outright. The move follows his earlier investment in fifth-division Cornellà and comes as Eldense searches for a new coach after parting ways with Claudio Barragán this week.
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