Would Messi Have Won World Cup Without Di Maria?

Eight years is a long time in the life of an athlete. But just like Messi, Di Maria has preserved and persisted towards his childhood dream, points out Deepti Patwardhan. IMAGE: For an hour of the......

In Messi's hometown, hope builds ahead of World Cup final

IMAGE: Pedestrians walk past a mural depicting Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi near the home where he was born, in Rosario, Argentina. Photograph: Agustin Marcarian/Reuters In Rosario, the......

Messi imitated Maradona's skills but not his lifestyle

Maradona craved the spotlight for his off-field activities While Messi is a private family man IMAGE: Diego Maradona with and Lionel Messi. Photograph: Stanley Chou/Getty Images Lionel Messi is......

G.O.A.T. turns 33

IMAGE: No one in LaLiga has scored more goals than Lionel Messi. Photograph: Albert Gea/Reuters   Lionel Messi, one of the greatest footballers the world has seen, turns 33 on Wednesday and......

PHOTOS: Brazil down Argentina; Belgium held by Netherlands

Images from the football friendly matches played on Tuesday night.Miranda heads late winner as Brazil beat Argentina IMAGE: Brazil's players celebrate after winning their match against Argentina.......