Five Athletes Shine Bright This Weekend: Messi, Barkley, and More

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Shohei Ohtani wins 3rd AP Male Athlete of the Year award

LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani is keeping elite company. “I’m very honored,” Ohtani said through translator Matt Hidaka in an exclusive interview with the AP. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Moving from the beleaguered Los Angeles Angels to the powerhouse Los Angeles Dodgers, Ohtani won his third Most Valuable Player award and …

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5 days, 20 hours ago

Giannis and Bucks celebrate NBA Cup glory after destroying the Thunder... and banking a six-figure sum each

Daily Mail

Last season, the Milwaukee Bucks were eliminated in the semifinals of the NBA's inaugural in-season tournament at the hands of the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks have won the second ever NBA in-season tournament, now known as the Emirates NBA Cup, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81 at T-Mobile Arena in Nevada. Bucks head coach Doc Rivers told NBA insider Chris …

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6 days ago

Giannis Antetokounmpo named MVP after leading Milwaukee Bucks to NBA Cup title

CNN

CNN — The Milwaukee Bucks won the second annual NBA Cup after stifling the Oklahoma City Thunder 97-81 in Las Vegas on Tuesday. … I just thought the way we played as a group and how we were able to do it what felt the best.” Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard drives against the Thunder. Ethan Miller/Getty Images The Bucks …

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6 days, 5 hours ago

Best FIFA Awards 2024: Complete list of winners

The Hindu

Real Madrid’s Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior won the Best FIFA Men’s Player award while Barcelona’s Spanish midfielder Aitana Bonmati won the Best FIFA Women’s Player title at the Aspire Academy in Doha, Qatar on Tuesday. Manchester United youngster Alejandro Garnacho received the Puskas award for his overhead goal against Everton in the Premier League last year as Brazil’s Marta won …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Lionel Messi wins Most Valuable Player award after starring in Inter Miami's record-breaking season

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Messi scored 20 goals and 16 assists in 19 games in what was his first full MLS season since joining Inter Miami in July last year, helping ‘The Herons’ win their first ever Supporters Shield with a record 74 points at the end of the regular season. Lionel Messi was named the 2024 Landon Donovan MLS Most Valuable Player in …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Messi named MLS Most Valuable Player after record-setting season with Inter Miami

The Hindu

Lionel Messi was named Major League Soccer’s Most Valuable Player on Friday after captaining Inter Miami to a record-breaking regular season campaign. Messi was handed the award after his performances helped Miami to a record regular season points tally of 74, earning the club its first-ever Supporters Shield. It didn’t happen, but next year we’ll come back stronger to try …

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Lionel Messi wins MLS MVP award, the latest trophy on a long list of honors for the Inter Miami star

Associated Press

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — It was a rare instance of Lionel Messi stepping on a soccer field and having no idea what was happening. “Unless you’re living in the world of global football, it’s hard to imagine the overall appeal and the massive popularity and stardom that Leo Messi has,” said MLS Commissioner Don Garber, who was also at Inter …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Lionel Messi's nomination for FIFA's The Best award creates controversy

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Argentina forward Lionel Messi has been nominated for FIFA’s The Best award, but his nomination has caused controversy and debate among fans. Argentina superstar Lionel Messi’s nomination for FIFA’s The Best award has created controversy and has divided the football fraternity. That is crazy 😂 love Messi but this season he really has no business there — 𝗙𝗜𝗔𝗚𝗢 November 29, …

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Best FIFA men’s player award 2024: Vinicius Jr, Carvajal among nominees

Live Mint

New Delhi, November 30 : The nominations for the FIFA best men's player award for 2024 have been announced, featuring top football talents such as Vinicius Jr., Dani Carvajal, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Fede Valverde, and Toni Kroos. Vinicius Jr. and his Real Madrid teammates, who boycotted the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris after learning that Rodri would win ahead …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Saquon Barkley is the NFL’s version of Shohei Ohtani: Analysis

Associated Press

On Football analyzes the biggest topics in the NFL from week to week. Barkley’s historic performance against the Rams — his 255 yards set a team record — captivated a national audience and turned him into a fan favorite for the AP NFL MVP award. Running backs have won the award 18 times, including three-time winner Jim Brown, who was …

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1 month ago

Lionel Messi equals world record with match-winning assist against Peru; Cristiano Ronaldo way behind in the race

Hindustan Times

Lionel Messi equalled another record in Argentina's colours as he provided a match-winning assist to Lautaro Martinez in the FIFA World Cup South America qualifier against Peru. It was Messi's 58th assist in international football, which is joint-most, as he equalled United States men's national team legend Landon Donovan's tally. Lautaro Martinez celebrates with Argentina's forward Lionel Messi after scoring …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami stars learn you can't buy an MLS Cup

LA Times

Forty-two million dollars can buy a lot of things, but apparently it can’t buy an MLS championship, because for the second time in as many seasons Inter Miami came up short in trying to spend its way to a league title. And Miami’s loss — to a team whose salary is 35% of its payroll — means the best-paid team …

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Lionel Messi clashes with Guzan after scoring, Atlanta United goalkeeper pushed to the ground and mocked by Luis Suarez

Hindustan Times

Lionel Messi was visibly stunned as Inter Miami crashed out of the MLS postseason playoffs, losing 2-3 to Atlanta United in Round One. The Argentine headed in from a right-wing cross, and when he went to collect the ball for a quick resumption, he clashed with Atlanta goalkeeper Brad Guzan on the goal-line. The USA veteran was left hanging on …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi's MLS future addressed by Inter Miami boss after loss vs Atlanta United: ‘I would not dare to say…’

Hindustan Times

Lionel Messi’s first full season at Inter Miami FC came crashing to a close, as Atlanta United completed a comeback in their first round playoff contest to win the best-of-three series in the deciding game in dramatic fashion, 3-2. Lionel Messi's Inter Miami were knocked out of the MLS playoffs in round one, in a stunning upset of the favourites. …

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Ballon d'Or: Midfielder Rodri's double triumph fuels Spain's Euro victory

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The 68th Ballon d’Or Awards took place in Paris on Monday, and to everyone's surprise, Brazil and Real Madrid start Vinicius Jr was not adjudged the best player in men's football in the previous season. This despite helping Los Blancos win LaLiga as well as the UEFA Champions League for a record-extending 14th time earlier this year.

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

New Generation of Stars Emerges as Messi and Ronaldo's Domination Ends

Associated Press

The Ballon d'Or is set to be awarded to Vinicius Junior, the young star who has emerged as a contender for the award. With his stunning performance for Real Madrid, he is considered the favorite to win the prestigious individual award. However, the award's history suggests that it will likely return to a time before Messi and Ronaldo when multiple …

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2 months ago

2024 WNBA season: A historic year for women’s basketball, both on and off the court

CNN

CNN — With confetti falling from the rafters, a boisterous Brooklyn crowd bellowing and the victorious New York Liberty celebrating, the curtain fell on the 2024 WNBA season. “It was this perfect storm of the league growing exponentially, and then you hit this season where the college game really gave the WNBA a boost,” veteran WNBA analyst LaChina Robinson told …

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2 months ago

Messi Extends Inter Miami's Points Record with Hat-Tricks in Thrilling Win

Hindustan Times

Lionel Messi shines as Inter Miami breaks the MLS regular season points record with a hat-trick in their 6-2 win against New England Revolution. The Argentine star scored a hat-trick, contributing to Miami's impressive 74 points after their final game. He also reached 20 goals in 19 appearances, showcasing his remarkable scoring prowess.

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Stephen Curry’s gold-medal summer and ‘nuit nuit’ gesture still resonates as NBA camps open

Associated Press

Stephen Curry got the question and didn’t even have to think about the answer. It was the summer of “night night,” Curry’s signature hands-to-the-side-of-the-face gesture, one that he breaks out when the game is over — basically, when he’s put the other team to sleep. “He just lets his body take over.” “The greatest shooting expo I’ve ever seen” Karl-Anthony …

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3 months ago

Caitlin Clark's boyfriend Connor McCaffery gives one-word reaction to her winning WNBA Rookie of the Year

Daily Mail

Caitlin Clark's boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, reacted with one word after she was crowned the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year. Clark, the No 1 overall pick in April's WNBA Draft, was unanimously voted for the title, joining Fever teammate Aliyah Boston as the only players on the team to be named best of their class. Caitlin Clark's boyfriend, Connor McCaffery, …

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3 months ago

A'ja Wilson set records. So did Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. WNBA stats in 2024 were eye-popping

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Lots of records — most …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi makes stunning return to Inter Miami after long injury lay-off

The Independent

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Lionel Messi made the perfect return to Inter …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi is left off list of contenders for soccer’s biggest individual prize

New Indian Express

Lionel Messi may be considered by many as the greatest soccer player of all time, but the Argentina star was omitted from the list of nominations to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award — the sport’s most prized individual honor. Also excluded was Messi’s great rival, five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi, who left European soccer behind when moving from Paris …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ballon d’Or: Lionel Messi is left off list of contenders for soccer’s biggest individual prize

Associated Press

Lionel Messi may be considered by many as the greatest soccer player of all time, but the Argentina star was omitted from the list of nominations to win this year’s Ballon d’Or award — the sport’s most prized individual honor. Messi, who left European soccer behind when moving from Paris Saint-Germain to Inter Miami last year, is still delivering at …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Raphinha hits hat trick as Barcelona routs Valladolid 7-0 to make it 4 from 4 under Flick

Associated Press

BARCELONA, Spain — Brazil forward Raphinha scored a hat trick and set up another goal as Barcelona routed Valladolid 7-0 and remained perfect with four wins in as many games under new coach Hansi Flick on Saturday. Lamine Yamal, who starred in Spain’s European Championship title run, set up two goals and was way too much for Valladolid to handle …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese record-setting seasons continue to fuel WNBA Rookie of the Year debate

Associated Press

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are having historic rookie seasons on and off the court and their performances continue to fuel the debates around the WNBA Rookie of the Year race. Despite the record-setting play by both players, Clark is still the favorite to win the league’s Rookie of the Year award, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. “They are two separate …

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4 months, 1 week ago

‘Wrong player': Former NBA All-Star rips LeBron James' MVP win; Captain LeMerica announces LA2028 status

Hindustan Times

As Team USA coach Steve Kerr called it, Stephen Curry reeled in a “storybook” ending for the US men's basketball team on Saturday, bidding “Night Night, France" to the Olympic host in a 98-87 final victory, again proving his leading stance as the greatest shooter ever. Former NBA All-Star Stephon Marbury, who attended the final showdown in Paris, stood in …

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5 months ago

Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez to miss MLS All-Star Game

Associated Press

MIAMI — Inter Miami star Lionel Messi won’t play in the MLS All-Star Game while nursing an ankle injury. His teammate, Luis Suárez, also won’t play in the game Wednesday in Columbus, Ohio, with what the team described as “knee discomfort.” Both were listed among the unavailable players by the league on Monday. The team said both players’ status for …

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5 months ago

Patrick Mahomes leads praise for Arike Ogunbowale as WNBA All-Star MVP breaks points record in sensational display

Daily Mail

Patrick Mahomes led the praise for WNBA star Arike Ogunbowale following her record performance in Saturday's All-Star game. Ogunbowale finished with 34 points, all coming in the second half, including 21 in the third quarter alone, to break the WNBA All-Star points record. Arike Ogunbowale the WNBA All-Star points record against the US Olympic Team Saturday As she set the …

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5 months, 1 week ago

The Messi-ah of the beautiful game

New Indian Express

Sense of unity Where he truly excelled this time was in playing the role of the side's elder statesman and leader. He invited Nicolas Otamendi and Angel Di Maria, a bonafide Argentine great who played his final match on Sunday, to accompany him. Just before Argentina faced Brazil in Brazil in the 2021 final, Messi delivered a speech that has …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese become team-mates! Rookie rivals named on WNBA All-Star roster... and will face off against the Olympics team they missed out on

Daily Mail

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will put their burgeoning rivalry aside to team up on the WNBA All-Star team later this month. The pair of superstar rookies were selected on Tuesday to be part of the WNBA's 20th All-Star Game, and they'll face off in Phoenix against the Olympics team both missed out on last month. Angel Reese and Caitlin …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese headline WNBA All-Star team that will face US Olympic squad

Associated Press

NEW YORK — Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will team up on the WNBA All-Star team to play against the U.S. Olympic team led by A’ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart. I don’t want it to take away from any of that and be the focal point of All-Star weekend because that’s not fair to them.” Clark was the leading vote-getter …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese headline WNBA All-Star team that will face US Olympic squad

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese battled in college, pros. Now they will team up as WNBA All-Stars

LA Times

Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark, left, and Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese will play together on Team WNBA during the league’s All-Star Game against the U.S. national team July 19 in Phoenix. “I know people will be really excited about it, but I hope it doesn’t take away from everyone else,” said Clark, whose 7.1 assists per game rank third in the …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese to make WNBA All-Star Game debuts: Full rosters

New York Times

The 2024 WNBA All-Star Game rosters are set with Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese making their debuts in the annual showcase later this month. Boston, who is averaging 13.1 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, finished second in the fan vote and was automatically named to the team as a function of being in the top 10. She is averaging …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Who should make the WNBA All-Star Game? Our experts debate

New York Times

The Athletic has launched a new series of sports debates in which two writers break down a specific topic. Ben Pickman: It’s that time of the year again when we think about who should make the WNBA All-Star Game. Pickman: And yet, if you look at Bonner’s first 12 games, she was averaging 18.4 points and 5.8 rebounds per game …

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6 months ago

Brandi Chastain’s iconic moment aided women’s movement from field to owner’s box

LA Times

Brandi Chastain celebrates after scoring the winning goal on penalty kicks for the U.S. against China in the 1999 Women’s World Cup final. “She opened the door for women to be unapologetic about their success.” If Title IX, Billie Jean King and Florence Griffith Joyner changed the way we thought about women athletes, Chastain and her teammates began to change …

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6 months ago

Another Xherdan Shaqiri spectacular at a major

Hindustan Times

Xherdan Shaqiri is Basel’s second most famous sportsperson. Switzerland's midfielder #23 Xherdan Shaqiri looks on during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group A football match It was at FC Basel that Shaqiri learnt the ropes and started a career that took him to Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Liverpool before going to the other side of the Atlantic to be in …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Jaylen Brown could win NBA Finals MVP. He’d make history — but not how you think

New York Times

While the Boston Celtics are on the verge of their 18th NBA title, Jaylen Brown is nearing a feat not seen in several generations. He could be the first player in at least 45 years to win the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award without a shoe deal. Jaylen Brown is wearing Kyrie Irving’s signature ANTA sneaker for the #NBAAllStar …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Jokic wins NBA’s MVP award, his 3rd in 4 seasons. Gilgeous-Alexander and Doncic round out top 3

Associated Press

Nikola Jokic did it all again. Jokic, the Denver Nuggets star from Serbia, was announced Wednesday night as the NBA’s Most Valuable Player — his third time winning the award in the past four seasons, a feat that just six other players in league history have accomplished. Others averaged more in each category — and Jokic has had better years …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama named NBA Rookie of the Year after a record-setting season

Associated Press

Victor Wembanyama had a year like no rookie in NBA history. “My goals were always to help my team as best as I could and get better as the year went on,” Wembanyama said from San Antonio on TNT after the award was announced on the network’s NBA playoff pregame show. It’s always been really important and I’m glad it’s …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi sets double MLS record in Inter Miami's thrashing of NY Red Bulls

India Today

Lionel Messi had an MLS-record six goal contributions, Luis Suarez scored three times and Matias Rojas recorded a brace as Inter Miami thumped the New York Red Bulls 6-2 on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Messi, who was named MLS Player of the Month for the month of April, scored once and added five assists as Miami extended its unbeaten …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi to Miami: Soccer star, and a few teammates, show up for Heat-Celtics game

Associated Press

MIAMI — Lionel Messi took a night off to watch the Miami Heat. The Inter Miami star and eight-time Ballon d’Or winner as the world’s best player — along with teammates Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets and Luis Suarez — arrived just before tip-off of the Heat playoff game with the Boston Celtics on Monday night. Messi has been to the …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Jude Bellingham and Katarina Johnson-Thompson shortlisted for Laureus World Sports Awards 2024

The Independent

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Commentary: MLS can’t afford to fumble its Messi moment and must make bold changes now

LA Times

Fans take pictures and video as Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi prepares for a corner kick against the Galaxy at Dignity Health Sports Park on Sunday. The two most powerful men in MLS were in the building Sunday when Lionel Messi brought Inter Miami’s traveling circus into Dignity Health Sports Park. But time is short — Messi’s contract expires in 2025, …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

MLS: Lionel Messi scores late as Inter Miami salvages 1-1 draw against LA Galaxy

The Hindu

Lionel Messi scored in the second minute of second-half injury time off a pass from Jordi Alba, and Inter Miami salvaged a 1-1 draw with the LA Galaxy on Sunday night. Miami won its season opener at home last Wednesday, but was frequently outplayed by the rebuilding Galaxy four days later in Messi’s first appearance against the club that once …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi scores in injury time, and Inter Miami salvages a 1-1 draw with the LA Galaxy

Associated Press

CARSON, Calif. — Anyone who thought Lionel Messi and Inter Miami would steamroll over the rest of Major League Soccer this year has already been proven wrong by the upstart LA Galaxy. We have a long season ahead.” Inter Miami is a major betting favorite to dominate MLS this season after uniting Messi and Luis Suárez alongside fellow ex-Barca stars …

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9 months, 4 weeks ago

How David Beckham set the MLS foundation for Lionel Messi. ‘The Messi effect is dramatic’

LA Times

Trace the timeline of Major League Soccer from its uncertain beginnings to its unquestioned success and you’ll find Greg Vanney was there at every important juncture. He played in 29 games, including the first MLS Cup final, in the league’s inaugural season in 1996, then came off the bench in David Beckham’s debut 11 years later. The sports-business website Sportico …

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9 months, 4 weeks ago

Lionel Messi transforms L.A. into a star-studded celebration of soccer

LA Times

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi, left, shoots and scores in front of Galaxy defender Martin Caceres during stoppage time to force a 1-1 tie Sunday at Dignity Health Sports Park. The game was the Galaxy’s season opener, but the atmosphere was more South Beach party than MLS match, with almost as many fans decked out in Barbie-pink Inter Miami jerseys …

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