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Messi: ‘I want Maradona to live if he gives me the World Cup’
In an interview in Argentina, Lionel Messi wished Diego Maradona were alive so that he could present him with the World Cup trophy.
Lionel Messi gave an interview in Argentina and specifically on urbana play. Shortly after the historic World Cup win, Pulga spoke about what he experienced in Qatar leading up to ultimate success.
One line that stood out was his wish for Diego Maradona to be alive and that he would be the one to present him with the World Cup trophy.
“I want Maradona to live and give me the World Cup trophy. This photo would be great. I think Diego and other people who love me from above gave me strength.” expressly stated.
Messi received heaps of love after beating France in the final which resulted in his social media accounts being banned: “My WhatsApp exploded. I’ve started replying to my family, but I’ve been replying to messages for days.
I had millions of messages on Instagram, the account was banned. I wasn’t looking for the photo with the most likes, people just wanted to see me with the photo.” He also revealed that he manages his profile and not just any company.
He also mentioned what he would say to his 16-year-old self: “If I could, I would tell my 16-year-old self that something shocking is waiting for him. That he will have a beautiful path, with hard moments that he will have to overcome. Never give up on his dreams because in the end he will be the biggest have wages.”
Messi spoke about his special relationship with God, who he prayed to before Montiel’s penalty: “I asked God, who has been with me throughout my career, to end it so we don’t suffer anymore. God has watched over me. There is no greater moment. I thank him every day, I can’t ask for more.”
He also referred to the game against Netherlands, the cheering in front of the bench and the incident with Vehorst: “It came naturally to me. The team-mates told me what Van Gaal said before the game. I don’t want to leave that image behind, but it came from the nervousness of the game.” However, he clarified that the most difficult game in the groups was against Mexico.
Source: sport 24
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For many, the coming year is associated with bright hopes and expectations of changes for the better in life and work. The famous football coach is no exception. Vladimir SharanShared with the reporter Spor.ua Statements about the New Year theme.
– Until what age did you believe in Santa Claus?
– I don’t even remember. Probably up to age six. No more. Until I went to school.
– What is the most unusual New Year celebration in your life?
– The most unusual and extraordinary was the New Year, which I spent in Israel during my stay as a player in the USSR youth team. An international tournament was organized in this country, in which our team participated. It’s plus twenty outside and we’re celebrating the new year in shorts and T-shirts.
The next day we had to play against the Swedish national team in the final. The Swedes sat next to our table on New Year’s Eve, they saw how we relaxed, and how we relaxed. Believe me, we rested much better and played much better (smiles). As it turned out, the Swedes were very weak at the festive table. We won the final match 2-0.
– As a Ukrainian citizen and a football coach, what do you expect from the new year 2026?
– To be honest, everyone is waiting for one thing; peace. And I’m not the only one who can say that. If there is peace, everything will return to normal. I really want the war to end as soon as possible, for people to be free, for parents not to bury their children. This is the most important thing. And as a coach, I expect changes for the better in our football.
I would like the Ukrainian championship to be full-fledged and finally achieve some kind of stability. And also for the Ukrainian national team to successfully pass the World Cup play-off tests and please the fans as often as possible. I also really want the football players in our club to have a good future, to become real football masters, to gain recognition and to be invited to various national teams.
Source: Sport UA
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Ukraine national football teams completed 2025and the Ukrainian Football Federation summarize the results.
UAF releases all goals of men’s and women’s national teams in 2025
Sergei Rebrov’s team had an unsuccessful start to 2025, losing to Belgium in the Nations League play-offs (3:1, 0:3). The blue-yellows played two friendly matches against Canada (2:4) and New Zealand (2:1) in June.
In the autumn, the Ukrainian team qualified for the 2026 World Cup and took second place in the group with France, Iceland and Azerbaijan. The blue-yellows made it to the play-offs to participate in the World Cup. During the year, the team had 5 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses, average score: 17-20.
VIDEO. All goals of the Ukrainian men’s team in 2025
VIDEO. All goals of the Ukrainian women’s team in 2025
Source: Sport UA
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Ukraine national football teams completed 2025and the Ukrainian Football Federation summarize the results.
UAF reported: “In 2025, 156 matches (including friendly matches against clubs) were played by Ukrainian national, junior and youth men’s and women’s football teams, futsal, beach football and amphibious teams.”
Sergei Rebrov’s team had an unsuccessful start to 2025, losing to Belgium in the Nations League play-offs (3:1, 0:3). The blue-yellows played two friendly matches against Canada (2:4) and New Zealand (2:1) in June.
In the autumn, the Ukrainian team qualified for the 2026 World Cup and took second place in the group with France, Iceland and Azerbaijan. The blue-yellows made it to the play-offs to participate in the World Cup. During the year, the team had 5 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses, average score: 17-20.
Statistics: 10 matches of the Ukrainian national team in 2025 (+5=1–4)
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Source: Sport UA
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