Lionel Messi

The Week Recommends Striker scored a superb treble in the crucial 3-1 victory over Ecuador

By The Week Staff Published 11 October 17

Speed Read The world’s best player could miss out on the 2018 finals in Russia

By The Week Staff Published 6 October 17

Speed Read The Manchester United manager joins Cristiano Ronaldo in the dock as prosecutors claim he owes €3.3m

By The Week Staff Published 20 June 17

In Depth Real Madrid superstar threatens to quit Spain after being accused of trying to defraud the taxman

By The Week Staff Published 16 June 17

Speed Read Spurs duo are second and third most valuable players in Europe according to new study of transfer fees

By The Week Staff Published 12 June 17

In Depth Argentine superstar scores twice at the Bernabeu to get one over on Ronaldo and blow the Spanish title race open

By The Week Staff Published 24 April 17

The Week Recommends Bonucci and Chiellini stand tall to shut out Catalans and reach Champions League semi-final

By The Week Staff Published 20 April 17

Speed Read Edgardo Bauza goes after eight games, with Lionel Messi banned and the team outside the World Cup qualifying places

By The Week Staff Published 11 April 17

Speed Read Barcelona star banned for four games as the Albiceleste slip out of the automatic qualification places for Russia 2018

By The Week Staff Published 29 March 17

The Week Recommends Three goals in seven minutes caps the most incredible story the Champions League has ever seen

By The Week Staff Last updated 9 March 17

In Depth A selection of this year's best strikes – from elaborate free kick routines to moments of sublime skill

By The Week Staff Last updated 28 December 16

Speed Read Real Madrid star reclaims award from Lionel Messi as Spanish teams claim the top six places, with Riyad Mahrez seventh

By The Week Staff Last updated 13 December 16