Messi is no longer among the greats to never win a World Cup, and yet, in Argentina, he may never outrun Maradona’s shadow. Messi has taken Argentina to the summit.

Just like the 1986 World Cup seemed to be a highlight reel for Maradona, Messi has made his mark on this tournament with a string of spectacular goals and assists, carrying Argentina’s class of ...

Between Maradona’s death in 2020 and the reality that Messi is likely at his last World Cup, Qatar marks an end of an era for Argentina.

His time abroad has fundamentally changed the way he plays. Things get even more complicated when the Argentine soccer legend, Diego Maradona, becomes coach of Messi's 2010 World Cup team.

Maradona’s first World Cup, in 1982, ended in disgrace; having spent a fortnight in Spain being kicked from pillar to post, he planted his boot into the groin of Brazil midfielder Batista and ...

Lionel Messi came to Qatar chasing history. He had a chance to be the GOAT. After defeating Croatia 3-0 in the World Cup semifinals, Messi's dream is alive.

But as great as these individuals were, Pele was special. Something better than “great”. A level of skill that we would not see for another 20 or so years. Until a young Argentine came unto the scene.

Argentina's fans hold a banner showing Diego Maradona handing over the trophy to Lionel Messi prior to the World Cup group C soccer match between Argentina and Saudi Arabia at the Lusail Stadium ...

Maradona, his nation's beloved soccer “God," had been a presence for Argentina at every World Cup since 1982 as a player, coach of elder statesman. Maradona died at age 60 on Nov. 25 in 2020, a ...