Crossword clue
“Soccer star Messi”
This clue appeared as 105-Across in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The answer has 6 letters.
Answer · 6 lettersFirst appearance
LIONELLetters6
Starts withL
Ends withL
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Soccer star Messi” ran in the NYT Crossword on November 1, 2026 as 105-Across. Its answer is a 6-letter word that starts with L and ends with L, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Soccer star Messi” clue?+
The answer is LIONEL (6 letters), from the NYT Crossword of November 1, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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