Soccer legend Lionel Messi was honored with an 85-foot statue in his home country of Argentina (in the small town of Cutral Có, in the country’s Patagonia region), marking the biggest Messi statue ever made. However, the pose that Messi is in for the statue is raising eyebrows, especially when combined with what’s placed right … Read more
This World Cup, the major players aren’t just on the pitch. The wives and girlfriends (WAGs) of soccer stars are increasingly stars in their own right, making millions with brand deals, sponsorships, and product launches. Antonela Roccuzzo, wife of Lionel Messi, has a number of brand partnerships and has made millions. antonelaroccuzzo/Instagram “Social media has opened … Read more
The Argentinian men’s soccer team is one of the favorites to win the 2026 World Cup. According to a June 2026 study from The Line, the Argentina men’s soccer team’s fanbase was voted as the most attractive at the 2026 World Cup, according to 3,000 soccer fans in the United States. Perhaps this shouldn’t come … Read more
Major League Soccer’s seismic recruitment of Lionel Messi, the world’s most famous soccer player, by David Beckham’s Inter Miami CF has created a tsunami of excitement in South Florida — particularly among high-end realtors. The deal is said to be worth an estimated $60 million a year, including owning a minority stake in the team. … Read more
Argentina football fans are making headlines all over the world for their unique way of celebrating the team’s World Cup triumph. Ever since Lionel Messi led his team to a stunning victory against France in Qatar, social media has been flooded with Argentinian women getting their kit off to celebrate. Even before the final kick … Read more
Colombian sensation Maluma is repping his South American pride in this year’s World Cup: He’s rooting for Argentina — and, in particular, the team’s captain — all the way. “I’m close to Lionel Messi … We’re friends,” Maluma told Billboard about the 35-year-old soccer superstar, whose team advanced to Sunday’s final with a victory over … Read more