#Lionel Messi

Round 19 of Ligue 1 will be rounded up by the game between first-seed Paris Saint-Germain (15-2-1) and fourth-seed Rennes(10-4-4). Check our analysis on the Ligue 1 odds series, which features our prediction and pick on the Rennes-PSG game. Rennes looks to maintain its three-game unbeaten stronghold against PSG in Roazhon Park. The Red and Blacks…

Argentina will meet Australia as both teams have advanced to the Knockout Stage to set up this exciting showdown in the Round of 16. It's time to continue our World Cup odds series and make an Argentina-Australia prediction and pick. Argentina has advanced to the Round of 16 off the heels of a tipsy-turvy Group Stage. Things looked bad when they…

Paris Saint-Germain host a struggling Strasbourg side on Wednesday evening in a meeting between two clubs at either end of the Ligue 1 table. The reigning champions cantered into the winter break on the back of seven consecutive wins across all competitions. PSG have collected 41 Ligue 1 points from the first 45 available this season. Strasbourg,…

Paris St-Germain superstar Lionel Messi Best bets and predictions for Sunday's matches in Ligue 1 and Serie A. Lazio to beat Sassuolo BT Sport 3, 11.30am 1pt 6-5 Betfair, Paddy Power Folarin Balogun to score at any time in Reims v Nice BT Sport 7, 2pm 1pt 11-5 bet365 PSG to beat Rennes & both teams to score BT Sport 3, 7.45pm 1pt 2-1 bet 365,…

Both teams have the chance to win their third World Cup when Argentina and France meet in Sunday's final at Lusail Stadium. Argentina vs France will be played on Sunday 18 December 2022, with kick-off scheduled for: Argentina's shock opening-game defeat to Saudi Arabia now feels like a very long time ago. Lionel Scaloni's men have five wins in five…

Liverpool have plans in place to make one more sensational transfer splash this month with a A-list midfielder in their sights, Chelsea are bidding to sign a former Tottenham winger, while Saturday's Transfer Gossip claims Lionel Messi is heading to Saudi Arabia and will earn wages vastly superior to Cristiano Ronaldo. Liverpool are still hopeful…

Paris Saint-Germain are away at Stade Rennais on Sunday aiming to avoid consecutive away defeats in Ligue 1 after a 3-1 loss to RC Lens last time out. Les Parisiens beat Angers SCO 2-0 in midweek with Lionel Messi back in action and scoring while Kylian Mbappe sat out. The French superstar will be back in Brittany as Christophe Galtier's men look…

Dec 8 (Reuters) - The quarter-final phase of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar is all set to kick off. Three weeks in, the tournament has not been one for easy predictions. From Saudi Arabia's shock win over Argentina in their opener to 2014 champions Germany making a quick exit a second consecutive time, this edition has provided a rollercoaster…

Argentina, one of the pre-tournament favorites to win the World Cup, will look to get their campaign back on track when they face familiar foe Mexico Saturday. Lionel Messi and company are coming off of a shocking 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia and now have no more margin for error as they look to position themselves in the top two of Group C ahead of…

Paris Saint-Germain will once again chase an elusive UEFA Champions League title in 2022/23. The French giants automatically booked their place in the competition after finishing top of Ligue 1 last season. PSG's 2021/22 campaign, however, failed to deliver in Europe - with the club knocked out of the Champions League in the Round of 16. A…

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After prevailing against Senegal and Poland, England and France face off in the final quarter-final at Qatar 2022. We preview the game ahead of kick-off at the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, with added insight from our supercomputer model. Neither England nor France see a clear favourite as they prepare to face one another in a highly anticipated…

There were plenty of upsets in the 2022 World Cup, but there is no underdog in the final. Sunday's final is an enticing matchup featuring the defending World Cup champions in France, a team carrying a ton of pressure, and an undeniable narrative in Argentina. It's also even in the betting odds. France arguably has the best player in the game now in…

The second Transfer Talk podcast of the January transfer window covers the biggest talking points in football, including Manchester United, Chelsea and, of course, deals between Europe's biggest clubs. Sky Sports' Pete Graves and Dharmesh Sheth were joined by ESPN's French football journalist Julien Laurens, who addressed the latest news and…

Scoring a hat trick is one of the most celebrated accomplishments in football. The scorer makes all the headlines the following day, earns a pat on the back from teammates and even opponents; and most notably, gets to take the match-ball home. Scoring even a single goal is a difficult task, and doing it thrice over the course of a game is nothing…

Argentina will have their eyes set on the final after a tough encounter against rivals Netherlands which had practically everything for the neutral while Croatia are no strangers to facing South American giants after they saw off early tournament favourites Brazil. Lusail Stadium will set the scene for the first 2022 World Cup semi-final and who…

When French champions Paris Saint-Germain brought in Lionel Messi, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Sergio Ramos, and Achraf Hakimi last summer, many thought that wrapping up a first UEFA Champions League crown in the club's history was a mere formality. The Parisians already boasted both Kylian Mbappé and Neymar in their ranks, and the addition of more…

Paris Saint-Germain will welcome back star duo Lionel Messi and Neymar as they look to bounce back from Ligue 1 defeat at home to Angers. Superstar duo Lionel Messi and Neymar could form part of the same Paris Saint-Germain lineup for the first time in two months when Ligue 1's leading outfit faces off against Angers in the French capital on…

All the top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers... THE SUN Manchester United have reportedly set their sights on Goncalo Ramos and Mohammed Kudus as striker targets for the summer transfer window. Chelsea midfielder Jorginho is reportedly set to leave the club for free at the end of the season. Europe's top celebrity golf…

Eight have become four and, simply: wow. Every game was brilliant, from the underdog stories that saw Croatia and Morocco take out Brazil and Portugal to the chaotic brilliance of Argentina's shootout win over the Netherlands and the drama - not to mention high quality - of England's loss to France. The biggest week of the footballing calendar is…

Dubai: It costs a pretty penny to watch Floyd Mayweather fight, hear Max Verstappen scream down the finish line and take the checkered flag or see Novak Djokovic glide around the hallowed turf of Wimbledon. Paying well above the odds to attend major international sporting events may not be a problem for those blessed with deep pockets. But football…

Argentina were 2-0 up and cruising with around seven minutes of normal time remaining on Friday. A first-half goal from Nahuel Molina, which was beautifully assisted by Lionel Messi, and a penalty scored by the latter had put Lionel Scaloni's side in a commanding position against the Netherlands, who had not even managed a shot on target up to that…

PSG hope to rebound from their first defeat of the season in any competition as they take on Ligue 1 bottom-feeders Angers in French top-flight action. The Parisians fell to second-place Lens last time out, with Lionel Messi and Neymar both missing, seeing their advantage atop the table shrink to just four points. Now, Messi and Neymar are expected…

There have been some classic World Cup meetings between the Netherlands and Argentina over the years, and Friday's quarter-final clash at Lusail Stadium (kick-off, 7pm GMT) has the ingredients to be another. Argentina won the most memorable of their previous World Cup showdowns - a 3-1 victory in the 1978 final on home soil - while they also…

The UEFA Champions League is by far the most prestigious cup competition in Europe. Featuring 32 of the best teams across the continent, the UEFA Champions League promises stellar individual displays, thrilling clashes, and an abundance of drama. Last season, the most decorated team in the competition's history, Real Madrid, took home the'Old Big…

Paris Saint-Germain host Angers SCO in Ligue 1 on Wednesday after both sides booked their places in the Coupe de France round of 32. The French champions have won two of their three games since returning to action post-FIFA World Cup, but they also lost to RC Lens which spoiled their unbeaten record this season. The visitors managed a penalty win…

One of the most popular online bookmakers Betfair has decided to make things even more interesting for Tuesday's big match between Argentina and Croatia. These two sides have reached the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup despite a few tense moments along the way, but only one can reach the final. The bookies see Argentina as favourites,…

This Wednesday sees a full programme of Ligue 1 matches, and it's bad news for bottom club Angers, who travel to the Parc des Princes to face a Paris Saint-Germain side boosted by the return of Lionel Messi. Despite the riches at Christophe Galtier's disposal, the 35-year-old is still integral, with the capital club's loss at second-placed Lens on…

Paris Saint-Germain stars Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé highlight the nominees for the FIFA 23 Team of the Year: Messi and Mbappé were also named in the FIFA 22 Team of the Year, which featured five PSG players, as voted by fans. The English Premier League could also have significant representation in this year's list, with Manchester City star…

Argentina to Win Both Teams to Score Lionel Messi to Score Anytime Over 2.5 Goals *A Bet Builder with these bets pays at approximately 4/1 with Paddy Power. The latest World Cup odds are on PaddyPower.com right now Saturday 7pm: Argentina v Mexico TV: ITV, RTE Mexico had a bore draw with Poland and they survived Robert Lewandowski, of all people,…

Tuesday's showdown between Croatia and Argentina in the World Cup semifinals is full of storylines. While it seems like everyone will be cheering on Lionel Messi to win his first World Cup, Argentina has taken to a villain role in the tournament after the way they won - and celebrated - against the Netherlands. Argentina is a -300 favorite to…

When is Argentina vs Saudi Arabia on and what time does it start? Argentina vs Saudi Arabia will take place on Tuesday 22 November, 2022 - 10:00 (UK) Where is Argentina vs Saudi Arabia taking place? Argentina vs Saudi Arabia will take place at Lusail Iconic Stadium in Lusail, Qatar What channel is Argentina vs Saudi Arabia on in the UK? Argentina…

The Netherlands and Argentina will headline Friday's quarterfinal matches in the 2022 FIFA World Cup tournament. The two sides will kick off at 7:00 PM in the United Kingdom at the Lusail Iconic Stadium. Just three wins separate either the Netherlands or Argentina from lifting the World Cup trophy. The trophy is within touching distance, but one of…

A new year arrives, and with it, an exciting calendar of football that is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. As we settle into 2023, we can only hope for a year as good as the last in football. With new teams threatening the old guard and a brand-new batch of rising stars making their name, we are undoubtedly in for an…

Gary Lineker's eldest son, George, banked thousands of pounds after winning a stunning seven-fold bet during Sunday's epic World Cup final. Lionel Messi and Argentina lifted the coveted Jules Rimet trophy after beating defending champions France in an enthralling finale at the Lusail Stadium. Messi scored twice alongside Angel Di Maria, but France…

Great game this Saturday when Mexico and Argentina meet for the second matchday of Group C of the Qatar 2022 World Cup with the obligation to win. Mexico achieved a sad goalless draw against Poland, leaving a bad image, and now they need to win to fight their way to the round of 16. Argentina suffered the great surprise of the World Cup by losing…

Some of the biggest European clubs are set to arrive in countries such as Thailand and Singapore for pre-season Asian football tours before their respective 2022-23 seasons commence. Football stars enjoy a commanding fan following in Asian countries, including Japan, South Korea, the UAE and India. Icons like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have…

PSG teammates Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe will go head-to-head when Argentina take on France in the World Cup final on Sunday. cannot split the teams and are offering 10/11 on Argentina or France to lift the trophy. A piece of individual brilliance from Messi or Mbappe could ultimately prove decisive in what promises to be a tight clash between…

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Corner Picks is back for the first time in nearly two months. Has anything happened in the world of soccer since we left? Perhaps the debate between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo might finally have been settled once and for all? You know, did one of them win the World Cup, while the other one didn't even start for his team in the World Cup,…

DUBAI: Opinion is often divided among football followers when it comes to Neymar. Alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez at Barcelona from 2014-17, the forward was part of a triumverate to rival the game's most skilful and potent attacks. They amassed a combined total of 363 goals, 173 assists and trophies aplenty before Neymar was sold when Paris…

The South American nation is set to give Lionel Messi a proper send-off b y winning the competition on Sunday. The World Cup final is upon us! Argentina and France will go head to head to decide who takes home the iconic Qatar trophy. France is set to defend its status as world champions, having won the competition in 2018, while Argentina looks to…

Cristiano Ronaldo 2 or more shots on target and Breel Embolo 1 or more shots on target - 7/1 A £10 bet returns £70! Portugal vs Switzerland Portugal and Switzerland will battle it out in the final round of 16 game at the Qatar 2022 World Cup with the Euro 2016 champions coming into this one off the back of a loss to South Korea as the Swiss beat…

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Argentina and Croatia meet on Tuesday evening in the first World Cup 2022 semi-final, and both will be ready to go all the way after penalty shoot-out victories in their quarter-final ties. Argentina almost fluffed their lines before holding their nerve against the Netherlands, while Croatia caused a major upset against pre-tournament favourites…

Qatar 2022 world cup is near, and bookmakers are already giving various great odds-on teams that will participate in the event. As a soccer lover and bettor, having the chance to make money during the World Cup in Qatar is important. With top players such as Lionel Messi, Karim Benzema, and Cristiano Ronaldo participating, things will surely look…

Manchester City are looking to close the gap on the Premier League leaders as they travel to west London in what will be the first of two meetings with Chelsea in less than a week. Ahead of their meeting in the FA Cup third round at the Etihad Stadium comes a top-flight matchup on Thurday where a great deal is at stake for both sides. City can…

It's the quarterfinals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup and the teams left standing will all truly start dreaming about reaching the final with two results separating them from the December 18 title match. Just four teams will remain after the quarterfinals wrap up on Saturday, and all four will be guaranteed to play a match on the weekend of December…

THE WORLD CUP heads for North America in 2026 and a competition with a bit more'normality' about it. And the outright betting suggests that normal service will continue, with the world's top nations all among the favourites to win it. Perhaps unsurprisingly - given how well their young squad fared - France lead the way as favourites with…