Messi’s trip to China for Inter Miami exhibition games called off
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi’s trip to China for Inter Miami exhibition games called off

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi evidently won’t be playing in China this month after all. “The tour promoter, NSN, has informed Inter Miami CF of the cancellation of its China Tour due to unforeseen circumstances in China,” read Inter Miami’s statement. “Inter Miami’s ambition remains to expand its global reach by playing in front of incredible fans from across the globe; the Club will continue to explore future opportunities with NSN to achieve this goal.” There were clear logistical challenges with the trip, including a botched ticket launch in China and reports that one of the matches would be cancelled. It would have been Inter Miami’s first international tour and could have served as a warm-up of sorts before Messi is expected to play in two World Cup qualifying matches for Argentina later this month. The team did not make the Major League Soccer playoffs and now has no games officially scheduled, though the ongoing training suggests Inter Miami may try to play an exhibition in the coming weeks.

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Lionel Messi and Inter Miami given Club World Cup 2025 spot by FIFA
1 month, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami given Club World Cup 2025 spot by FIFA

India Today  

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have secured a spot in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which will feature 32 top clubs from around the globe and take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13. Typically, the U.S. host club for the Club World Cup would be determined by the MLS Cup winner, but FIFA opted …

MLS playoffs without Lionel Messi and Inter Miami could be a welcome reality check
1 month, 2 weeks ago

MLS playoffs without Lionel Messi and Inter Miami could be a welcome reality check

New York Times  

Lionel Messi is out of the Major League Soccer playoffs after Inter Miami, the No 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, suffered a stunning opening-round loss to ninth-seeded Atlanta United. MLS has set records this year in total attendance, average attendance, season-ticket sales, sold-out games and the number of matches with crowds of over 40,000 — numbers boosted not just …

Don't know how limited Lionel Messi's time is in MLS: Inter Miami boss Martino
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Don't know how limited Lionel Messi's time is in MLS: Inter Miami boss Martino

India Today  

Inter Miami boss Gerard Martino has admitted that he is unsure how limited Lionel Messi's time at Inter Miami would be after their exit from the MLS Cup playoffs. The 37-year-old would also become the club's leading goalscorer with 33 to his name from 38 matches and also contributed with 18 assists. "The comparison of the last game of last …

Inter Miami, Messi and Martino are out: What went wrong and what comes next?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Inter Miami, Messi and Martino are out: What went wrong and what comes next?

New York Times  

Fireworks shot out from the rafters of Inter Miami’s Chase Stadium on Saturday night, but there was nothing for the home team to celebrate. GO DEEPER How Miami moved to the epicenter of the global game – with a little help from Lionel Messi With Martino at the helm, a manager accustomed to the brightest lights in world football having …

Messi set to return after two-month lay off
3 months, 1 week ago

Messi set to return after two-month lay off

China Daily  

Inter Miami's Argentine forward Lionel Messi trains at the Florida Blue Training Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on September 13, 2024. MIAMI - Lionel Messi is set to return to action with his club Inter Miami on Saturday after spending over two months out with an ankle injury, Miami coach Gerardo Martino said on Friday. The playoffs begin the following …

Lionel Messi set to return to Inter Miami lineup after 2-month injury recovery
3 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi set to return to Inter Miami lineup after 2-month injury recovery

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi has been cleared to play again after taking two months to recover from an ankle injury, and Inter Miami indicated that the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will return to the lineup on Saturday when the team plays host to Philadelphia. “Messi is available,” Inter Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Friday before the team’s …

Neymar Talks About Potential Reunion With Lionel Messi At Inter Miami
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Neymar Talks About Potential Reunion With Lionel Messi At Inter Miami

News 18  

Brazilian superstar Neymar has sparked speculations about reuniting with his former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain teammate Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. Neymar’s former Barcelona teammates Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba are currently part of the Inter Miami squad. Neymar and Messi’s combination at Barcelona and PSG has already proved to be quite deadly with the South American duo …

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi set to make an MLS-record $20.45 million this season
7 months, 1 week ago

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi set to make an MLS-record $20.45 million this season

LA Times  

Lionel Messi, shaking hands with MLS Commissioner Don Garber after a match last season, has a base salary of $12 million this season. Lionel Messi will make an MLS-record $20.45 million this season but he’s just one of six millionaires playing for league-leading Inter Miami, according to salary figures released Thursday by the MLS players association. Inter Miami also has …

Is Lionel Messi tired ALREADY? Inter Miami coach Tata Martino says star man has used 'too much energy' in first two MLS games - after preparing for the new season with nightmare tour of Asia
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Is Lionel Messi tired ALREADY? Inter Miami coach Tata Martino says star man has used 'too much energy' in first two MLS games - after preparing for the new season with nightmare tour of Asia

Daily Mail  

Tata Martino has hinted at Lionel Messi feeling tired already, saying that his star man used 'too much energy' in Inter Miami's first two MLS games after preparing for the new season with a grueling tour of Asia. Michelle Kaufman, of The Miami Herald, reported: 'Tata Martino said Lionel Messi has expended too much energy first two games, aim is …

Commentary: MLS can’t afford to fumble its Messi moment and must make bold changes now
9 months, 4 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, …

MLS: Lionel Messi scores late as Inter Miami salvages 1-1 draw against LA Galaxy
9 months, 4 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 …

Lionel Messi scores in injury time, and Inter Miami salvages a 1-1 draw with the LA Galaxy
9 months, 4 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 …

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

'I was shocked': Lionel Messi effect sends Apple boss into meltdown, urges MLS teams to follow similar strategy
10 months ago

'I was shocked': Lionel Messi effect sends Apple boss into meltdown, urges MLS teams to follow similar strategy

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi's arrival to Inter Miami made headlines last year as the 2022 World Cup winner joined MLS, instead of Barcelona or Saudi Arabia. Messi's arrival also saw Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba move to Miami last year. Hailing the move, Eddy Cue, head of Apple TV's collaboration with MLS, urged clubs to follow Inter Miami's strategy and sign top …

Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong
10 months ago

Lionel Messi's Argentina set to play in USA on next international break - after China CANCELLED proposed tour amid backlash over Inter Miami star sitting out their friendly in Hong Kong

Daily Mail  

Argentina will head to the United States for its next international meet-up after their tour of China was canceled amid a backlash to Lionel Messi sitting out a recent Inter Miami friendly in Hong Kong. The world champions were initially scheduled to play games against Nigeria and Ivory Coast in China during next month's international break, yet that is no …

Messi's message 'won't easily' repair his image in China
10 months ago

Messi's message 'won't easily' repair his image in China

China Daily  

In a video released on Monday night on Weibo, Lionel Messi, the soccer star and striker for Inter Miami, explains his no-show at a recent exhibition game in Hong Kong. Soccer star Lionel Messi's belated explanation for his no-show at a recent exhibition game in Hong Kong seems to not be enough to redeem his broken image in China, as …

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are 'screwed' says unnamed MLS executive as David Beckham's franchise must find more allocation money or sell players to be roster compliant for the new season
10 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are 'screwed' says unnamed MLS executive as David Beckham's franchise must find more allocation money or sell players to be roster compliant for the new season

Daily Mail  

Major League Soccer's salary structure is apparently coming back to bite its premiere franchise as Inter Miami will need to do more work to become compliant before the club's season starts next week. With a bloated roster of players like Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and new arrival Luis Suarez, Inter Miami will need to make adjustments to follow …

Furor over Messi no-show in Hong Kong game deepens with Argentina’s tour of China canceled
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Furor over Messi no-show in Hong Kong game deepens with Argentina’s tour of China canceled

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — The fallout from Lionel Messi’s failure to play in a club exhibition match in Hong Kong has spread with both of Argentina’s friendly matches as part of a tour of mainland China next month canceled by local football authorities. The Beijing Football Association said on Saturday it would not organize Argentina’s scheduled friendly against Ivory Coast in …

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami accused of a 'lack of respect' by 'heartbroken' organizers of the Hong Kong friendly he missed injured last week - and they brand his return in Japan three days later 'ano
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami accused of a 'lack of respect' by 'heartbroken' organizers of the Hong Kong friendly he missed injured last week - and they brand his return in Japan three days later 'ano

Daily Mail  

The 'heartbroken' organizer of Inter Miami's friendly in Hong Kong has hit out at Lionel Messi in a brutal statement for missing the game last week injured - and says his 30 minute appearance in the team's next game in Japan was 'a slap in the face'. Messi and new Miami signing Luis Suarez were both deemed unable to play …

Hong Kong fans to get 50% refund for Messi no-show match
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Hong Kong fans to get 50% refund for Messi no-show match

China Daily  

Fans react during the friendly soccer match between the Hong Kong Team and US Inter Miami CF at the Hong Kong Stadium in Hong Kong, after superstar Lionel Messi sat on the bench throughout the whole game on Feb 4, 2024. Messi's Inter Miami CF team had a friendly match with Hong Kong players at Hong Kong Stadium on Feb …

What a mess, without Messi
10 months, 2 weeks ago

What a mess, without Messi

China Daily  

Star soccer player Lionel Messi walks beside the pitch during a friendly match between Inter Miami and a Hong Kong team in Hong Kong on Sunday. A friendly match between Inter Miami and a star-studded local team in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Sunday left fans distraught, as there was no sign of their idol Lionel Messi, who …

Messi plays and has chances but Vissel Kobe beats Inter Miami 4-3 on penalties in a friendly
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi plays and has chances but Vissel Kobe beats Inter Miami 4-3 on penalties in a friendly

Associated Press  

TOKYO — After leaving fans disappointed in Hong Kong, Lionel Messi put in a 30-minute appearance in Tokyo on Wednesday in Inter Miami’s latest exhibition match in Asia — although he still left some supporters wanting more. Messi came off the bench for the final half hour, energized his teammates and probably had the best chance of the match in …

Messi says he 'feels much better' and hopeful of playing in Tokyo after PR disaster in Hong Kong
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi says he 'feels much better' and hopeful of playing in Tokyo after PR disaster in Hong Kong

Hindustan Times  

TOKYO — Look for Lionel Messi to play on Wednesday in Tokyo where Inter Miami meets Japanese club Vissel Kobe in a friendly. HT Image And don't look for another public relations disaster as happened on Sunday when Argentina's World Cup-winning captain sat on the bench for an entire match against a selection of players from the Hong Kong league, …

Messi says he feels much better and hopes to play in Tokyo after a PR disaster in Hong Kong
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi says he feels much better and hopes to play in Tokyo after a PR disaster in Hong Kong

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Look for Lionel Messi to play on Wednesday in Tokyo where Inter Miami meets Japanese club Vissel Kobe in a friendly. And don’t look for another public relations disaster as happened on Sunday when Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain sat on the bench for an entire match against a selection of players from the Hong Kong league, angering thousands …

Fans demand refund after Lionel Messi no-show
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Fans demand refund after Lionel Messi no-show

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 The government of Hong Kong have said that …

How Lionel Messi’s global tour with Inter Miami became a PR nightmare
10 months, 2 weeks ago

How Lionel Messi’s global tour with Inter Miami became a PR nightmare

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. We're talking about Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's global tour of exhibition …

After public anger over Messi’s absence in Hong Kong game, organizer withdraws application for funds
10 months, 2 weeks ago

After public anger over Messi’s absence in Hong Kong game, organizer withdraws application for funds

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — The organizer of a soccer match featuring Inter Miami in Hong Kong was dealing with backlash from both angry fans and the government after widespread disappointment that Lionel Messi didn’t play in the game. Michel Lamunière, chairman of organizer Tatler Asia, said in a news conference on Monday evening that its contract with Inter Miami required Messi …

Lionel Messi’s global tour with Inter Miami has been very messy and a PR nightmare
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi’s global tour with Inter Miami has been very messy and a PR nightmare

Associated Press  

TOKYO — It’s all been very messy. We’re talking about Lionel Messi and Inter Miami’s global tour of exhibition games where the main show has been Argentina’s 2022 World Cup-winning captain. Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, sixth from left, looks on from the bench during the friendly football match between Hong Kong Team and US Inter Miami CF at the Hong …

HK sports chief: organizer confirmed Messi's no-show 10 minutes before game ended, proposal for Messi to talk to fans turned down
10 months, 2 weeks ago

HK sports chief: organizer confirmed Messi's no-show 10 minutes before game ended, proposal for Messi to talk to fans turned down

China Daily  

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, meets the media Monday noon, on Tatler XFEST Hong Kong, Hong Kong Team vs Inter Miami CF, at the Central Government Offices. Days before the match, Messi was reported to haveThe Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, meets the media Monday noon, on Tatler XFEST Hong Kong, …

HK sports chief: organizer confirmed Messi's no-show 10 minutes before game ended, proposal for Messi to talk to fans turned down
10 months, 2 weeks ago

HK sports chief: organizer confirmed Messi's no-show 10 minutes before game ended, proposal for Messi to talk to fans turned down

China Daily  

The Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, meets the media Monday noon, on Tatler XFEST Hong Kong, Hong Kong Team vs Inter Miami CF, at the Central Government Offices. Days before the match, Messi was reported to haveThe Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr Kevin Yeung, meets the media Monday noon, on Tatler XFEST Hong Kong, …

After public anger over Messi's absence in Inter Miami's Hong Kong game, organizer withdraws application for funds
10 months, 2 weeks ago

After public anger over Messi's absence in Inter Miami's Hong Kong game, organizer withdraws application for funds

New Indian Express  

HONG KONG: The organizer of a soccer match featuring Inter Miami in Hong Kong was dealing with backlash from both angry fans and the government after widespread disappointment that Lionel Messi didn't play in the game. The much-hyped exhibition match on Sunday ended with fans booing Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham and demanding refunds as Messi stayed on the bench …

David Beckham is BOOED and 40,000 angry fans chant 'refund' after Lionel Messi was left on the bench during Inter Miami's pre-season win over a Hong Kong XI
10 months, 3 weeks ago

David Beckham is BOOED and 40,000 angry fans chant 'refund' after Lionel Messi was left on the bench during Inter Miami's pre-season win over a Hong Kong XI

Daily Mail  

Furious fans in Hong Kong booed David Beckham and demanded a refund after paying for tickets to watch Lionel Messi, only for the Inter Miami star to stay on the bench. Beckham, the president and co-owner of the American soccer franchise, greeted the 40,000 strong crowd after the game and thanked them for their 'incredible welcome' following Inter Miami's 4-1 …

Fans unhappy at not seeing injured Messi play as Inter Miami cruises past Hong Kong XI 4-1
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Fans unhappy at not seeing injured Messi play as Inter Miami cruises past Hong Kong XI 4-1

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — Hong Kong soccer fans and government expressed their disappointment on Sunday as Lionel Messi stayed on the bench for the full 90 minutes while Inter Miami defeated a Hong Kong XI 4-1 in the latest stop on the MLS team’s preseason Asian tour. “Regarding Messi not playing the match today, the government, as well as all football …

Messi expected to play in Intr Miami vs Hong Kong despite injury worry: Martino
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi expected to play in Intr Miami vs Hong Kong despite injury worry: Martino

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi should be able to take the field for Inter Miami’s pre-season friendly in Hong Kong at the weekend despite an injury niggle, coach Gerardo Martino said Friday, to the relief of thousands of football fans in the city. Martino said he would assess Messi’s fitness in training on Saturday before deciding whether the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will …

After reunion with Messi at Inter Miami, Suarez targets Copa America
11 months, 1 week ago

After reunion with Messi at Inter Miami, Suarez targets Copa America

The Hindu  

Luis Suarez re-united with his former Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi on Saturday and said he hoped his move to Inter Miami would boost his chances of competing in June’s Copa America with Uruguay. “Football is always about challenges.and Inter Miami showed me a nice opportunity to dream of winning MLS, which this club never did,” he told a press conference …

Transfer news roundup: Lionel Messi-Luis Suarez reunion confirmed, big Victor Osimhen update for Premier League clubs
1 year ago

Transfer news roundup: Lionel Messi-Luis Suarez reunion confirmed, big Victor Osimhen update for Premier League clubs

Hindustan Times  

The winter transfer window is approaching in Europe soon, but elsewhere in the world, a big deal has already been completed. David Beckham co-owned MLS side Inter Miami have completed the signing of former Barcelona and Liverpool striker Luis Suarez. Chelsea are still looking to reinforce their squad and have reportedly contacted Sporting Lisbon for defender Ousmane Diomande and striker …

Messi and Inter Miami to kick off 2024 MLS season on February 21
1 year ago

Messi and Inter Miami to kick off 2024 MLS season on February 21

The Hindu  

Argentine great Lionel Messi will launch his first full Major League Soccer campaign on February 21 when Inter Miami kicks off the 2024 regular season at home with a match against Real Salt Lake, the league announced on Wednesday. Among its 34 regular season games, Messi’s club will also visit Orlando City SC on May 15 during MLS Rivalry Week. …

Lionel Messi Admits His Attraction to Join 'Very Powerful' Saudi Pro League
1 year ago

Lionel Messi Admits His Attraction to Join 'Very Powerful' Saudi Pro League

News 18  

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has admitted he was attracted to joining Cristiano Ronaldo in ‘very powerful’ Saudi Pro League before his transfer to MLS. During the summer, Messi left Paris Saint-Germain and signed a free transfer to join MLS team Inter Miami. Messi has now acknowledged that he seriously considered moving to the Middle East to follow his enduring …

Lionel Messi Named Time's 'Athlete of the Year'
1 year ago

Lionel Messi Named Time's 'Athlete of the Year'

News 18  

Lionel Messi has been named Time magazine’s “Athlete of the Year” for 2023 after a trailblazing season marked by an eighth Ballon d’Or award and his ground-breaking move to Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami. “Lionel Messi this year managed to do what once seemed impossible, when he signed with Inter Miami: turning the US into a soccer country,” Time commented. …

Inter Miami says ‘Messi vs Ronaldo’ billed clash against Al Nassr is inaccurate
1 year, 1 month ago

Inter Miami says ‘Messi vs Ronaldo’ billed clash against Al Nassr is inaccurate

The Hindu  

Inter Miami says it has not agreed to compete in Saudi Arabia next February, refuting the claims by a promoter announced earlier on Tuesday that the MLS team would face two Saudi clubs. Hours after the touting of a match between Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr plus another with Al-Hilal next February in the Riyadh Season …

No Messi vs Ronaldo as Inter Miami says no deal in place to play in Saudi Arabia
1 year, 1 month ago

No Messi vs Ronaldo as Inter Miami says no deal in place to play in Saudi Arabia

Hindustan Times  

Inter Miami says it has not agreed to compete in Saudi Arabia next February, refuting the claims by a promoter announced earlier Tuesday that the MLS team would face two Saudi clubs. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi Hours after the touting of a match between Lionel Messi's Inter Miami and Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr plus another with Al-Hilal next February …

Lionel Messi and David Beckham have full-circle moment as MLS' first-ever designated player presents Inter Miami star with Ballon d'Or
1 year, 1 month ago

Lionel Messi and David Beckham have full-circle moment as MLS' first-ever designated player presents Inter Miami star with Ballon d'Or

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi won his eighth Ballon d'Or on Monday night - and was presented the award by fellow MLS trailblazer David Beckham. The former Manchester United and England star gushed over Messi, who led Miami to a Leagues Cup title shortly after joining the club. David Beckham presented Lionel Messi with his eighth Ballon d'Or trophy on Monday The two …

Messi’s 1st year with Inter Miami brings a trophy and shows what can happen in Year 2
1 year, 1 month ago

Messi’s 1st year with Inter Miami brings a trophy and shows what can happen in Year 2

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi was at a youth soccer tournament in southwest Florida this weekend, watching his son play. “I always said that the Ballon d’Or had to be of two sections — one for Messi and one for the others,” said Guardiola, who coached Messi with Barcelona. “Playing with him on the pitch and sharing moments together …

Lionel Messi lauds 'incredible' first Inter Miami season despite team not making MLS playoffs, as Argentine basks in pride of Leagues Cup triumph ahead of club's China tour next month
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi lauds 'incredible' first Inter Miami season despite team not making MLS playoffs, as Argentine basks in pride of Leagues Cup triumph ahead of club's China tour next month

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi is 'proud' of his first season at Inter Miami despite the club missing out on the postseason. Nonetheless, it was a season to remember for Messi as he led Miami to its first trophy in the Leagues Cup and scored 11 goals in 14 appearances overall. 'With everyone's work and effort, we were able to win the Leagues …

Messi plays entire game for Inter Miami in a 1-0 loss as Charlotte qualifies for the MLS playoffs
1 year, 2 months ago

Messi plays entire game for Inter Miami in a 1-0 loss as Charlotte qualifies for the MLS playoffs

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi played the entire game on artificial turf in Inter Miami’s season finale on Saturday night, and Charlotte FC qualified for the MLS playoffs with a 1-0 victory. Kerwin Vargas’ goal in the 13th minute was enough to seal the historic victory, and Charlotte held Miami without a goal down the stretch in a season in which it has …

Lionel Messi confirms he will not leave Inter Miami on loan
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi confirms he will not leave Inter Miami on loan

The Hindu  

Expressing a desire to spend the holidays at home with family, Inter Miami's Lionel Messi confirmed earlier reports that he will not go out on loan this winter to an overseas club. It has been a whirlwind calendar year for Messi, who started last season at Paris Saint-Germain in August 2022 and helped the club claim a Ligue 1 title …

Messi out for Inter Miami’s home finale, says he wants to play Saturday at Charlotte
1 year, 2 months ago

Messi out for Inter Miami’s home finale, says he wants to play Saturday at Charlotte

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi says he will play in Inter Miami’s season finale on Saturday, although the club hasn’t confirmed that is the actual plan. Messi — who scored both goals for Argentina in its 2-0 World Cup qualifying win at Peru on Tuesday night — wasn’t in the lineup for Inter Miami’s final home game of its …

Inter Miami signs two-game deal to visit China next month, with Lionel Messi fever set to descend on Qingdao and Chendu... as MLS giants cash in on failure to make the postseason
1 year, 2 months ago

Inter Miami signs two-game deal to visit China next month, with Lionel Messi fever set to descend on Qingdao and Chendu... as MLS giants cash in on failure to make the postseason

Daily Mail  

Inter Miami CF are heading to China in November with matches set against two Chinese Super League sides. 'We're very excited to continue to expand our Club's global reach, bringing our team to play in front of incredible fans across the globe,' said Inter Miami's Chief Business Officer, Xavier Asensi. in July after two seasons with PSG Inter Miami won …

Messi’s Inter Miami team strikes 2-game deal to play in China in November
1 year, 2 months ago

Messi’s Inter Miami team strikes 2-game deal to play in China in November

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is going back to China after Inter Miami took advantage of not making the Major League Soccer playoffs by signing a deal to play two exhibitions there next month. Inter Miami’s announcement of the deal did not specifically mention Messi or any other player, though it would be surprising if Chinese officials agreed to the games without some …

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