Soccer Monday: Will Messi Compete in World Cup?

Good day! Here are some of the latest updates from the world of soccer to kick off your week:

– Bayern Munich is very close to clinching another league title after Leon Goretzka scored the team’s record-breaking 102nd goal of the season.
– Barcelona has opened up a nine-point lead over Real Madrid in the La Liga title race after a 4-1 win against Espanyol.
– The USWNT defeated Japan 2-1 in a friendly match, with Rose Lavelle scoring a goal and providing an assist.
– With the 2026 World Cup approaching, the big question remains: will Lionel Messi play? While there has been no formal confirmation, many are wondering if Messi will lead Argentina to defend their title.
– France’s journey to rebuilding a soccer dynasty began after their defeat in the 2006 World Cup final. A deliberate and long-term transformation has turned them into a soccer powerhouse.

Looking ahead, here are some top games scheduled for this week:

– April 13 – Manchester United vs. Leeds in the English Premier League at 3 p.m. (USA)
– April 14 – Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League at 3 p.m. (Paramount+)
– April 15 – Arsenal vs. Sporting Clube in the UEFA Champions League at 3 p.m. (Paramount+)
– April 16 – Aston Villa vs. Bologna in the UEFA Europa League at 3 p.m. (Paramount+)

Stay tuned for more exciting soccer action this week!