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Hat-Tricks for Messi and Ronaldo

Hat-Tricks for Messi and Ronaldo

LIONEL Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo both struck their second Primera Division hat-tricks of the season as Barcelona and Real Madrid each got back to winning ways with big home wins over Atletico Madrid and Rayo Vallecano, respectively. 26 Sep 2011
Messi Calls For Argentina Calm

Messi Calls For Argentina Calm

ARGENTINA star Lionel Messi wants his side to remain calm after a slow start to their Copa America campaign saw them draw 1-1 with Bolivia. 3 Jul 2011
We Want More Trophies - Messi

We Want More Trophies - Messi

BARCELONA superstar Lionel Messi has warned the world that Pep Guardiola's team are hungrier than ever after confirming their place among history's greatest sides at Wembley last night. 30 May 2011
Messi Plays Down Final Heroics

Messi Plays Down Final Heroics

Lionel Messi played down his magical Champions League final performance after helping Barcelona cement their status as the greatest team of their era against Manchester United at Wembley. 29 May 2011
Messi Celebrates Hard-Earned Title

Messi Celebrates Hard-Earned Title

BARCELONA star Lionel Messi reflected on a hard-earned success after helping the Catalan giants claim their third successive Primera Division title this morning. 12 May 2011
Ardiles Lauds Messi

Ardiles Lauds Messi

Lionel Messi will go down as the greatest player in footballing history - better even than Diego Maradona and Pele, according to Ossie Ardiles. 4 May 2011
Messi Magic Enchants Guardiola

Messi Magic Enchants Guardiola

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola hailed freescoring playmaker Lionel Messi following the Argentinian's starring role in tonight's Champions League semi-final first leg win over Real Madrid. 28 Apr 2011
Messi Tidies Up Appearance Claim

Messi Tidies Up Appearance Claim

Barcelona and Argentina forward Lionel Messi will not take part in a friendly in Puerto Rico in June, despite organisers' claims to the contrary. 13 Apr 2011
Messi, Beckham & Katy Perry Unite!

Messi, Beckham & Katy Perry Unite!

SPORTING goods giant adidas has unveiled what it has billed as its "biggest ever global brand campaign", featuring the likes of Barca superstar Lionel Messi, David Beckham and even pop icon Katy Perry! 16 Mar 2011
Messi: 'Cahill For Big Euro Club'

Messi: 'Cahill For Big Euro Club'

BARCELONA superstar Lionel Messi has named Tim Cahill as his favourite Socceroo and backed the Everton midfielder to play for any big club in Europe. 1 Mar 2011
Messi Caps Landmark Game With Winner

Messi Caps Landmark Game With Winner

Lionel Messi was the hero for Barcelona on his 250th competitive appearance for the club as he scored a late winner to overcome a stubborn Athletic Bilbao side at the Nou Camp today. 21 Feb 2011
Messi Hopes For Summer Cesc Arrival

Messi Hopes For Summer Cesc Arrival

Barcelona forward Lionel Messi hopes the Catalan club finally seal the capture of Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas this summer. 20 Feb 2011
Djourou Plays Down Messi Fear Factor

Djourou Plays Down Messi Fear Factor

Arsenal defender Johan Djourou refuses to be intimidated by the reputation of Lionel Messi in tomorrow's Champions League clash at the Emirates Stadium. 16 Feb 2011
Messi Hat-Trick Earns Record-Breaking Win

Messi Hat-Trick Earns Record-Breaking Win

Lionel Messi fired a hat-trick as record-breakers Barcelona crushed Atletico Madrid 3-0 at the Nou Camp to open up a 10-point lead at the top of the Primera Division. 6 Feb 2011
Messi Hits Hat-Trick As Barca Cruise

Messi Hits Hat-Trick As Barca Cruise

Lionel Messi celebrated being voted the world's top player with a hat-trick as Barcelona all but secured their place in the semi-finals of the Copa del Rey with a 5-0 win over Real Betis at the Nou Camp. 13 Jan 2011
Messi Wins Ballon D'or

Messi Wins Ballon D'or

BARCELONA and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi had beaten his club teammates as he became the inaugural winner of the FIFA Ballon d'Or at a glittering award ceremony in Zurich overnight. 11 Jan 2011

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