There is probably no fiercer rivalry in world soccer than the one between Real Madrid and Barcelona. The two Spanish sides are not only renowned for their respective greatness but also for their tremendous spending habits during transfer windows.
For years, Messi has been the goal-scoring machine that Barcelona has relied upon but the arrival of Luis Suarez could undoubtedly spell trouble for the club and their "Mes que un club" (more than a club) philosophy with the addition the mercurial Uruguayan star known for his off-the-field antics as well as his feats on the pitch.
FIFA Technical Study Group member Gerard Houllier recently defended the governing body's decision to give Lionel Messi the Golden Ball award in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
The soccer transfer market remained active during the World Cup and one of the biggest moves of the summer actually took place. Joining Lionel Messi and Neymar at Barcelona next year is the controversial Luis Suarez, fresh off his bite of Giorgio Chiellini's neck in the World Cup. He will surely become a threat to other Spanish league defenses, but will adding the troubled star to Barcelona's roster work?
Lionel Messi failed to lead Argentina to a World Cup title in Brazil, but world-renowned manager Jose Mourinho still believes that the Argentine star should still be considered as one of the best players ever.
Lionel Messi of Argentina won the Golden Ball trophy at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, yet some say that he came up embarassingly short in the latter half of the tournament, particularly in the Final on Sunday against eventual champion Germany. This begs the question: was Messi really the most valuable player in the tournament?
Germany has defeated Argentina 1-0 with an extra time goal from Mario Goetze in the 2014 FIFA World Cup Final Sunday in Brazil. Now, Latin Post.com breaks down the game and why the Germans became Europe's first nation to capture the trophy in South America, as well as why Lionel Messi's coronation as the best player of all time has been put on hold.
It was heartache for Lionel Messi and Argentina as Mario Goetze scored a huge goal in the 113th minute of the match to give Germany their fourth World Cup title with a 1-0 win over Germany in the 2014 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at the Estadio de Maracana in Rio de Janeiro.
Germany will be considered the favorites to win in their upcoming showdown against Argentina in 2014 FIFA World Cup final, but Argentine star Lionel Messi said that they are ready for the challenge.
The 2014 FIFA World Cup Final will be played between Argentina and Germany on Sunday in Brazil. Soccer supremacy is on the line as these two soccer nations will be playing each other for the third time in the Final. Latin Post breaks down the game and predicts a winner.
Lionel Messi has Argentina in the World Cup Finals against Germany, but the young striker has made quite a name for himself by scoring some famous international goals in his career. Latin Post recalls the top five goals he's made.
The Golden Ball for the best player of the 2014 FIFA World Cup will be awarded in the coming days leading up to the big final on Sunday. Latin Post.com breaks down the top contenders for the Golden Ball in Brazil
Lionel Messi will look to lead Argentina into history by bringing a third World Cup championship home from Brazil Sunday in the 2014 FIFA World Cup final. Latin Post.com breaks down why Messi and Argentina will win on Sunday and what they need to do to achieve victory.
Germany will compete in its record seventh World Cup final, hoping to come away with their fourth title. The team won in 1954 before taking home the prize in 1974 and 1990, all on European soil, and are looking to become the first European side to win the Cup in South America.
Argentina will meet Germany for the third time in a World Cup final when the two sides renew their rivalry Sunday. Argentina earned its berth by defeating the Dutch 4-2 in penalty shots after a 0-0 draw in regular and extra time. Here are the reasons Argentina is through and the Dutch have choked once again.
Lionel Messi is widely regarded as one of the best soccer players in the world, and has a chance to further his legacy Wednesday by getting Argentina into the finals of the 2014 FIFA World Cup with a win against the Netherlands. But will a win help him stack up better against Maradona, arguably the greatest player to ever don an Argentina uniform?
With the final spot in the 2014 FIFA World Cup Final on the line, Argentina and the Netherlands, two soccer powerhouses, square off in Brazil Wednesday in the other semifinal game. What do Lionel Messi and Arjen Robben have to do to get their respective teams the victory? Latin Post.com takes a look.
Argentina and the Netherlands will be playing each other for the opportunity to play in the 2014 FIFA World Cup Finals. These two countries have a long rivalry with one another and will be playing in their fifth World Cup contest. Latin Post.com breaks down the teams and predicts a winner in this semifinals game.
Lionel Messi has Argentina in the semi-finals of the World Cup just one game away from the Finals. Here's five facts you need to know about Messi as we head into the Argentina Netherlands game.
Argentina will have to make major adjustments in their upcoming World Cup 2014 semifinals clash against Netherlands after Angel Di Maria was ruled out for Wednesday’s match.
Just four teams remain in the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. With just two games being played in the semifinals round, Latin Post.com previews and predicts every game. Which team will move on, and which teams will be eliminated?
