Copa America
The Cult: Gabriel Batistuta
This week's addition to The Cult wrote his name in football history as a prolific goalscorer for both club and country. It was for this reason that Gabriel Batistuta became better known as "Batigol".
Neymar Parties Like a Normal 24-Year-Old, the Press Freaks Out
"Imagine you're 24 years old, earning what I earn and having all that I have," Neymar said. "Wouldn't you be the same as me?" Well, yeah.
When It Comes To International Football, Is Nike’s Corporate Dominance Starting To Show?
The sportswear behemoth dominated the Euro 2016 and the Copa America finals this summer and, for the moment at least, look to have a lead role on the international stage.
Only the Hand of God Can Separate Messi and Maradona
Lionel Messi has stepped away from the international stage without equalling Diego Maradona's achievements. Yet the oddity is that, in many ways, the younger man's achievements far outstrip those of his predecessor.
Coming To Terms With Mexit: Lionel Messi Retires From International Duty
In his anger at the state of things, Messi has taken a drastic decision. Unfortunately, everyone else is now following his lead and leaving a country in crisis. Sound familiar?
VICE Sports World News Roundup: June 27, 2016
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Messi Says "The National Team is Over for Me," Appears to Quit International Play After Copa America Loss
But it's harsh words, steeped in the feeling of the moment. Hard to tell if it will blow over or not.
USMNT Wunderkind Christian Pulisic Fan Boys Out with Messi During Drug Test
You could almost argue Messi's playing another sport, of which Pulisic is a fan.
Messi Remains to Be a Good Choice As Starter
A dime-piece assist for Lionel Messi—and a goal? Yeah, you might want to put him in.
Men in Blazers Gents’ of the Day June 18
Rog and The National's Aaron Dessner choose their players to watch ahead of Saturday's Euro 2016 matchups.
VICE Sports World News Roundup: June 15, 2016
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