Fancy a kickabout online?

Give Messenger League a tryout: it's an addictive new footie game which you play live with your online Windows Live Messenger mates. If you're not already on Windows Live Messenger, download it now and make your way up the Messenger League.

How to play

Choose your team's name and design the kit.

Use the mouse to control your players and kick the ball.

Choose how long you want to play for (4, 6 or 8 minute matches)

Once the ref blows to start, each side gets 3 chances to kick the ball or move players, then it's the other side's go. The team in possession is highlighted.

Try not to foul the opposition.

You get 100 points for a win, 30 for a draw and 10 points for losing.

The aim of the game? Score loads of goals and end up top of the league!