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Argentina’s President Javier Milei shuns Diego Maradona, names Lionel Messi the Greatest Footballer of all time

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2 months ago

April 16, 2025

Argentina’s President, Javier Milei, has declared that he has never seen a footballer play like Lionel Messi, calling the Inter Miami star a “superlative player” and the greatest of all time.

His statement may stir debate among Argentine football fans, many of whom still regard the late Diego Maradona as the nation’s greatest football icon.

Speaking on the podcast Nuera, President Milei expressed deep admiration for Messi, describing himself as a long-time supporter, even during periods when the media harshly criticised the former Barcelona captain.

“I have never in my life seen anyone play like he does,” Milei said. “He is a superlative player. I am a crazy fan of Messi. When all the local media were attacking him, there were videos of me defending him as the best player of all time.”

Messi has faced intense scrutiny in the past for his perceived failure to replicate his club success with the Argentine national team. He endured heartbreaking losses, including the 2014 World Cup final against Germany and back-to-back Copa America finals to Chile in 2015 and 2016.

In 2024, he added yet another Copa America title to his illustrious career, further cementing his legacy as one of football’s all-time greats.

In 2016, he briefly retired from international football, only to reverse the decision and lead Argentina to Copa America glory in 2021—his first major title with the national team.

Messi went on to win the 2022 Finalissima and played a pivotal role in Argentina’s triumphant 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign in Qatar, securing the nation’s third world title.

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Turkey: Osimhen scoops Goal of the season award

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10 hours ago

June 18, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

Victor Osimhen has won the Turkish Super Lig Goal of the Season for 2024/25, Ekwutosblog reports.

Osimhen won the award for his superb bicycle kick against Antalyaspor.

The spectacular strike came in stoppage time of Galatasaray’s 3-0 win at the RAMS Park.

It was the Nigeria international’s third league goal for the Yellow and Reds.

The 26-year-old finished as top scorer in the league with 26 goals.

Osimhen joined Galatasaray on a season-long loan deal from Napoli last September.

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Club World Cup: Liam Delap speaks after providing assist on Chelsea debut

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1 day ago

June 17, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

New Chelsea striker, Liam Delap, has expressed his happiness at making his debut for the club.

Delap arrived from Ipswich Town this summer after the Blues triggered his 30million release clause.

Enzo Maresca started the 22-year-old on the bench for their Club World Cup opener against Los Angeles FC on Monday.

Delap came on with Chelsea leading 1-0 thanks to Pedro Neto and laid on the assist for the second scored for Enzo Fernandez in the 79th minute.

Speaking after the game, Delap told Channel 5: “It’s a really happy feeling for me. I’m so excited to be here and to play my first game and be able to contribute is a good feeling.

“The team have welcomed me really well. I have only had a few sessions here but I am excited for more.”

On if we can expect to see more assists from him, he added: “Yes of course it is good to help the team but I want to score some as well.”

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Club World Cup: We’ve never won it before – Vinicius rates Real Madrid’s chances

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2 days ago

June 16, 2025

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Real Madrid winger, Vinicius Junior, has expressed confidence that his team will win this year’s FIFA Club World Cup.

According to the Brazilian, the new Club World Cup expanded format is the only title that the Los Blancos have never won before.

According to him, Xabi Alonso’s side are eager to win it because people never forget the first one.

Speaking ahead of Real Madrid’s first Club World Cup tie with Al-Hilal on Wednesday, Vinicius said as quoted by Madrid Xtra: “We are eager to win this first Club World Cup because people never forget the first one.

“It’s the only title Real Madrid doesn’t have. We are going for it,” he stated.

Real Madrid are in Group H of the Club World Cup, taking place in the USA.

The Spanish LaLiga giants will also face Pachuca and RB Salzburg in the group stage.