Lionel Messi was named in the starting line-up for Barcelona's first pre-season friendly on Saturday as Ronald Koeman showed no hesitation in reintegrating the Argentinian following his failed attempt ...

Could Messi really return to Barcelona? Messi has caused a stir this week by making a secret visit to Camp Nou and hinting at a reunion. In a message posted on Instagram, he signed off with the words: ...

© David Ramos/Getty ImagesLionel Messi celebrates scoring a goal during a UEFA Champions League game with Barcelona in 2016. With elections at Barcelona drawing ...

Record-chasing Lionel Messi and Neymar scored as Spanish league leader Barcelona eased to a 2-0 win at nine-man Rayo Vallecano on Saturday. Messi chipped goalkeeper Antonio ''Tono'' Rodriguez in the ...