Photonews Logo Photonews logo
  • Home
  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
    • Sindh
    • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
    • Azad Jammu Kashmir
    • Balochistan
    • Gilgit – Baltistan
  • World
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Videos
    Good Fortune trailer
    Videos

    First Trailer for Aziz Ansari’s Good Fortune, Starring Keanu Reeves

    May 29, 2025 2 Min Read
    Last of Us Season 2
    Videos

    ‘The Last of Us’ Season 2 Premieres Date What to Expect From HBO’s Hit Series

    April 13, 2025 2 Min Read
    Disney Snow White box office
    Videos

    Snow White Teaser Drops: Gal Gadot and Rachel Zegler Shine

    February 22, 2025 1 Min Read
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Offbeat
  • Blog
  • Contact
Reading: Lionel Messi Joins Saudi Football League, Reuniting with Ronaldo
PhotoNews Pakistan PhotoNews Pakistan
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Home
  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
    • Sindh
    • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
    • Balochistan
    • Azad Jammu Kashmir
    • Gilgit – Baltistan
  • World
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Videos
  • Sports
  • Technology
  • Offbeat
  • Blog
  • Contact
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© 2022 Photonews. All Rights Reserved.
Lionel Messi, Saudi Arabia, football, PSG, Cristiano Ronaldo
PhotoNews Pakistan > Sports > Lionel Messi Joins Saudi Football League, Reuniting with Ronaldo
Sports

Lionel Messi Joins Saudi Football League, Reuniting with Ronaldo

Web Desk
By Web Desk Published May 9, 2023 2 Min Read
Share
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo
SHARE

Lionel Messi has concluded his two-year tenure with French club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and is now preparing to join Saudi Arabia’s football league.

Lionel Messi’s move will unite him with his long-standing rival Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays for Saudi club Al Nassr. Messi’s decision comes after his crucial role in Argentina’s 2022 FIFA World Cup victory, which has led many fans to regard him as the greatest football player of all time (GOAT).

Messi’s European football career hit a roadblock after PSG suspended him for taking an unauthorized trip to Saudi Arabia. Despite his impressive record of 31 goals in 71 appearances for PSG, Messi could not secure a Champions League title for the team, a goal that had eluded them in recent years. Although Messi’s former club, Barcelona, had expressed interest in re-signing him, Messi has opted to join the Saudi Arabian domestic league.

Leo Messi’s transfer to Saudi Arabia is a ‘done deal,’ according to @afpfr 🇸🇦 pic.twitter.com/TwUsWYiq4L

— B/R Football (@brfootball) May 9, 2023

Lionel Messi has earned numerous accolades throughout his career, including 37 club trophies, seven Ballon d’Or awards, six European Golden Boots, a Copa America title, and an Olympic gold medal. Additionally, he holds an array of scoring and statistical records that may never be broken. Furthermore, his World Cup success with Argentina has further solidified his status as one of football’s greatest players.

During the 2022 World Cup, Messi scored two goals in Argentina’s match against France, which ended in a 3-3 draw after extra time. However, Argentina eventually won the match on penalties. This triumph silenced many critics who argued that Messi could not be considered the greatest without a World Cup win.

Lionel Messi so far this season:

✅ World Cup winner
✅ World Cup Final Player of the Match
✅ World Cup Golden Ball winner
✅ The Best FIFA Men's Player 2022
✅ 2023 Laureus World Sportsman of the Year

He could still win Ligue 1 with PSG 🤯🐐 pic.twitter.com/JkPQnljGuD

— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) May 9, 2023

Despite the ongoing debate about who is the true “greatest ever” in football, Lionel Messi’s illustrious career and recent World Cup victory make a strong case for his inclusion in this elite group. However, it is important to note that this question is ultimately subjective and open to personal interpretation.

TAGGED:Featured
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Whatsapp Whatsapp LinkedIn Email Copy Link Print
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recent Posts

Dead Take 2025 psychological horror

Dead Take: Surgent Studios’ Psychological Horror Game Set for 2025 Release

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Iran Nuclear Talks

Iran’s Khamenei Rejects US Nuclear Deal, Defends Uranium Enrichment

Adolescence

Adolescence Becomes Netflix’s Second Biggest English TV Series

Malir Jail Karachi Prisoner Escape

Sindh Orders Arrest of Malir Jail Constable in Massive Jailbreak Probe

Punjab solar panel guidelines 2025

Punjab Issues Solar Panel Installation Guidelines Amid Net Metering Cuts

Post Archives

More Popular from Photonews

Malir Jail Karachi Prisoner Escape
Sindh

Malir Jail Break: 45-50 Inmates Escape in Karachi

2 Min Read
Cardi B Stefon Diggs viral video
Entertainment

Cardi B Upset Over Stefon Diggs’ Viral Flirting Video at Miami Yacht Party

2 Min Read
Ukraine Russia prisoner swap
Top NewsWorld

Ukraine and Russia Agree on Historic Prisoner Swap and Body Repatriation

2 Min Read
Sindh

Salman Farooqi, Bionic Films CEO, Faces Outrage Over Viral Assault Video in Karachi

On June 1, 2025, a disturbing video surfaced on social media showing Salman Farooqi, reportedly the…

June 2, 2025
Tech

Israel Becomes First Nation to Shoot Down Drones with Laser

On June 1, 2025, Israel marked a historic milestone in modern warfare by becoming the first…

June 1, 2025
Top NewsWorld

How Israel Killed Hamas Mohammed Sinwar and Mohammad Sabaneh

On May 13, 2025, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) launched a precision airstrike on an underground…

June 1, 2025
Pakistan

PIA Resumes Dubai-Skardu Flights

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the resumption of direct flights from Dubai to Skardu starting…

May 29, 2025
PhotoNews Pakistan

Always Stay Up to Date

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

Categories

  • World
  • Pakistan
  • Punjab
  • Sindh
  • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
  • Balochistan
  • Azad Jammu Kashmir

 

  • Top News
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Videos
  • Tech
  • Offbeat
  • Blog

© 2024 Phototnews
All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?