Lionel Messi’s retirement from the national soccer team, though widely expected, sparked fears of a diminished squad, and heartbreak over the departure of a national icon.
Category: Maradona, Diego
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Lionel Messi’s Retirement From Soccer Sparks Heartbreak Across Argentina
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As Messi Dominates the World Cup, a War Is Waged Over Maradona’s Image
The New York Times – Business:A multimillion-dollar battle for a soccer god’s brand is being waged across continents, burning investors and tearing his family apart.
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With Title Near, Naples Shed Superstition and Starts to Believe
For the first time in three decades, Napoli stands on the cusp of an Italian soccer championship. Its city did not want to waste any time celebrating.