MLS fines Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi for placing hand on New York City FC assistant coach’s neck
3 weeks, 6 days ago

MLS fines Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi for placing hand on New York City FC assistant coach’s neck

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Major League Soccer fined Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi an undisclosed amount on Tuesday for placing his hand on a New York City FC assistant coach’s neck. The reigning league MVP had some words with New York assistant coach Mehdi Ballouchy and covered his mouth as two Miami assistants intervened. The league also fined Inter Miami forward Luis Suárez an undisclosed amount for violating the hands to the face/head/neck of an opponent policy in a separate incident in that match. Chicago Fire midfielder Brian Gutiérrez was suspended one match and fined an undisclosed amount for knocking down Columbus’ Yevhen Cheberko with a high elbow to the head in 4-2 season-opening loss on Saturday.

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Lionel Messi fined after grabbing neck of opposition coach
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Lionel Messi fined after grabbing neck of opposition coach

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 Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has been fined …

Lionel Messi fined for grabbing the neck of an opposition coach
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Lionel Messi fined for grabbing the neck of an opposition coach

CNN  

CNN — Lionel Messi has been fined an undisclosed amount by Major League Soccer after grabbing the neck of an opposition coach. At the end of the game between Inter Miami and New York City FC on Saturday, Messi put a hand on the back of NYCFC assistant coach Mehdi Ballouchy’s neck as he walked off the field. “The MLS …

MLS fines Messi, Suarez for incidents vs. NYCFC
1 month ago

MLS fines Messi, Suarez for incidents vs. NYCFC

New York Times  

Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi and teammate Luis Suárez have been fined by MLS due to incidents that occurred during and after Miami’s 2-2 draw against New York City FC on Saturday. Messi began to walk away but turned back towards Ballouchy and placed his right hand on the back of Ballouchy’s neck, squeezing to a point that appeared to …

Lionel Messi scripts MLS history in Inter Miami's season opener; runs riot with last-minute assist to avoid defeat
1 month ago

Lionel Messi scripts MLS history in Inter Miami's season opener; runs riot with last-minute assist to avoid defeat

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi again played an instrumental role for Inter Miami, helping them escape a defeat in their MLS opener on Sunday. The Argentine superstar brought his top game to the table and provided a couple of assists against New York City FC as Miami started their season with a 2-2 draw at Chase Stadium. Inter Miami's Argentine forward #10 Lionel …

Messi’s MLS Season Begins with a 2-2 Draw – What Went Wrong for Inter Miami?
1 month ago

Messi’s MLS Season Begins with a 2-2 Draw – What Went Wrong for Inter Miami?

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami stumbled out of the blocks with a 2-2 home draw against New York City FC in the opening round of the new Major League Soccer season on Saturday. AS IT HAPPENED: Inter Miami vs New York City HIGHLIGHTS The night began perfectly for Miami, which took the lead in the fifth minute after Messi played …

Messi assists on Segovia’s late goal, Inter Miami ties New York City FC 2-2 in MLS season opener
1 month ago

Messi assists on Segovia’s late goal, Inter Miami ties New York City FC 2-2 in MLS season opener

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Telasco Segovia scored the tying goal on an assist by Lionel Messi in the 10th minute of stoppage time, and Inter Miami played New York City FC to a 2-2 draw in their MLS opener Saturday night. New York’s Alonso Martínez got an easy one past Oscar Ustari after Inter Miami’s Jordi Alba mistakenly made a …

NYCFC player taunts Messi with Ronaldo celebration; Miami draws at the death
1 month ago

NYCFC player taunts Messi with Ronaldo celebration; Miami draws at the death

New York Times  

Inter Miami experienced a dramatic start to its new MLS season, as Lionel Messi produced a pair of delightful assists – and was on the receiving end of some Cristiano Ronaldo-themed shade. The club tied New York City FC 2-2 in its home opener, rescuing a point when Messi teed up Telasco Segovia for the tying goal in the 10th …

Lionel Messi angers Mexican ex-footballer, fans after controversial gesture during Inter Miami pre-season game
2 months ago

Lionel Messi angers Mexican ex-footballer, fans after controversial gesture during Inter Miami pre-season game

Firstpost  

After being booed by fans of Mexico City-based Club America at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium, Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi responded by reminding them of Argentina’s 3-0 lead over Mexico in terms of number of World Cups won. Argentina and Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi drew the ire of Mexican fans as well as former players for his controversial gesture during …

Lionel Messi scores goal as Inter Miami opens preseason play with friendly win over Club America
2 months ago

Lionel Messi scores goal as Inter Miami opens preseason play with friendly win over Club America

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Lionel Messi scored a goal and made his presence known throughout the first half as Inter Miami beat Mexican superpower Club America 3-2 on penalty kicks after the teams played to a 2-2 deadlock in regulation on Saturday night. Inter Miami hoped the friendly against the team from Mexico City was a good early test under new …

Lionel Messi's MLS future addressed by Inter Miami boss after loss vs Atlanta United: ‘I would not dare to say…’
4 months, 2 weeks 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. …

MLS Playoffs: Atlanta stuns Messi’s Inter Miami to reach conference semis
4 months, 2 weeks ago

MLS Playoffs: Atlanta stuns Messi’s Inter Miami to reach conference semis

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi’s first trip to the MLS postseason ended abruptly on Saturday, as midfielder Bartosz Slisz headed in the game-winner for Atlanta United in a staggering, 3-2 upset over Inter Miami in Round One. “There’s some fairy dust in our locker room,” said Atlanta goalkeeper Brad Guzan, who held his ground against Miami’s unrelenting offence. RELATED | MIA vs ATL …

Inter Miami Soars to Start MLS Cup Playoffs with Stunning Victory over Atlanta United
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Inter Miami Soars to Start MLS Cup Playoffs with Stunning Victory over Atlanta United

Deccan Chronicle  

Inter Miami secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Atlanta United in their first MLS Cup playoff match. The Spanish side dominated possession and created numerous scoring opportunities in the first half, with Alba's goal proving to be the game-changer. Despite Atlanta's valiant efforts, they were unable to find an equaliser in the second half, leaving the visitors with a narrow …

Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez to miss MLS All-Star Game
8 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 …

Lionel Messi misses another Inter Miami game through injury as his team draws 0-0 with Florida rivals Orlando in Major League Soccer
10 months, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi misses another Inter Miami game through injury as his team draws 0-0 with Florida rivals Orlando in Major League Soccer

Daily Mail  

Inter Miami could only manage a 0-0 draw with host Orlando City in MLS on Wednesday night, with Lionel Messi missing the game against their Florida rival. Despite Miami controlling nearly 59 percent of the possession, Orlando had a 14-6 advantage in shot attempts and an 8-4 edge in corner kicks -- but could not come through with a goal. …

MLS: With Lionel Messi injured, Inter Miami held to a draw by Orlando City
10 months, 1 week ago

MLS: With Lionel Messi injured, Inter Miami held to a draw by Orlando City

The Hindu  

Drake Callender made three saves and Inter Miami managed a 0-0 draw with host Orlando City despite not having Lionel Messi available on Wednesday night. Despite Miami controlling nearly 59 percent of the possession, Orlando had a 14-6 advantage in shot attempts and an 8-4 edge in corner kicks -- but could not come through with a goal. Callender deflected …

Lionel Messi watches from sideline as Montreal hands his Inter Miami team a 3-2 loss
1 year ago

Lionel Messi watches from sideline as Montreal hands his Inter Miami team a 3-2 loss

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi wore street clothes and watched from a sideline box as Montreal took advantage of several Inter Miami defensive miscues to hand his team its first loss of the season — a 3-2 defeat at home Sunday evening. Messi left that match with a bruise, but head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Sunday the team …

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

Messi-less Inter Miami crushed 5-2 by Atlanta United
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi-less Inter Miami crushed 5-2 by Atlanta United

The Hindu  

Inter Miami rested Lionel Messi and suffered its first defeat since the Argentine joined the club, with a 5-2 hammering at Atlanta United damaging its playoff hopes on Saturday. Miami coach Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino said after the loss that Messi and had been suffering from “muscle fatigue” and that it would have been “very reckless to bring him to play …

Messi Magic Continues To Mesmerize All As Inter Miami Pull Off Big Win Over MLS Champions LAFC
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi Magic Continues To Mesmerize All As Inter Miami Pull Off Big Win Over MLS Champions LAFC

News 18  

Inter Miami delivered the most impressive win of their Lionel Messi era, 3-1 over Major League Soccer champions Los Angeles FC on Sunday, with two assists from the Argentine boosting their playoff hopes. Goals from Argentine forward Facundo Farias, Spanish full-back Jordi Alba and substitute Leonardo Campana of Ecuador earned Miami a statement victory that moves them within nine points …

Lionel Messi shows off Inter Miami's FIRST Trophy before Nashville match: Herons toast Leagues Cup win with fans amid nine-game unbeaten streak since World Cup champion's arrival
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi shows off Inter Miami's FIRST Trophy before Nashville match: Herons toast Leagues Cup win with fans amid nine-game unbeaten streak since World Cup champion's arrival

Daily Mail  

Inter Miami unveiled its first trophy before Wednesday's MLS match against visiting Nashville, whom the Herons defeated in penalty kicks on August 19 to capture the Leagues Cup title. Lionel Messi & Co. shared the moment with the growing number of Herons fans, many of whom have jumped on the bandwagon amid the team's nine-game unbeaten streak. Messi and Yedlin …

Why Lionel Messi can face punishment after making MLS debut for Inter Miami?
1 year, 6 months ago

Why Lionel Messi can face punishment after making MLS debut for Inter Miami?

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi had a memorable Major League Soccer debut after scoring a terrific late goal to seal a victory for Inter Miami against New York Red Bulls. A report published by news agency AP claimed that Inter Miami spokeswoman Molly Dreska said after the game that Messi was not being made available to the press. Before the game against New …

Lionel Messi fine after tweaking left ankle
1 year, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi fine after tweaking left ankle

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi appeared to tweak his left ankle during a training session Monday, but the Inter Miami standout is not expected to miss Tuesday’s League Cup semifinal on the road against the Philadelphia Union. Training video showed Messi appeared to roll his left ankle in a close-quarters passing drill. “Since everyone was fine, I imagine nothing happened,” said Inter Miami …

Watch: Lionel Messi sparkles again with stunning free kick as Inter Miami beat FC Dallas in thrilling shootout
1 year, 7 months ago

Watch: Lionel Messi sparkles again with stunning free kick as Inter Miami beat FC Dallas in thrilling shootout

Hindustan Times  

Inter Miami's rollicking start to life in the Lionel Messi era continued on Sunday with an 8-goal thriller against FC Dallas in the Leagues Cup quarterfinal which went all the way to penalties. Lionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF celebrates after making his penalty kick attempt Messi himself added another two goals, taking his tally to 7 goals in …

Lionel Messi scores twice for Inter Miami vs Orlando City in rain-delayed game
1 year, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi scores twice for Inter Miami vs Orlando City in rain-delayed game

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi scored in his third straight game and had his second consecutive multi-goal performance for Inter Miami after the start of the Leagues Cup contest against Orlando City on Wednesday night was delayed 95 minutes because of thunderstorms. Messi struck again when he received a centering pass from Josef Martinez and converted a right-footed shot that landed inside the …

Messi got kicked, kicked back, got angry and then delivered again
1 year, 7 months ago

Messi got kicked, kicked back, got angry and then delivered again

New York Times  

When the halftime whistle sounded on Wednesday night in Fort Lauderdale, Inter Miami star Lionel Messi walked toward the tunnel next to Orlando City defender Cesar Araujo, his hand over his mouth as the two exchanged words. Messi lies on the turf as the referee flashes a yellow card “It was just like a derby game should be,” said Inter …

Leagues Cup: Messi scores twice as Miami crushes Atlanta to advance into knockouts
1 year, 7 months ago

Leagues Cup: Messi scores twice as Miami crushes Atlanta to advance into knockouts

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi’s instant impact in the United States continued on Tuesday as he scored twice in Inter Miami’s 4-0 victory over Atlanta United, firing his team into the knockout rounds of the Leagues Cup. INTER MIAMI 4-0 ATLANTA UNITED - HIGHLIGHTS In his first game against a Major League Soccer club, Messi was simply too much for Atlanta to cope …

Lionel Messi confirmed as new captain of Inter Miami ahead of Leagues Cup tie vs Atlanta United
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi confirmed as new captain of Inter Miami ahead of Leagues Cup tie vs Atlanta United

Hindustan Times  

Coming on as a substitute on his Inter Miami debut, Lionel Messi swept the football world off their feet with a stunning last-gasp winner against Cruz Azul, last week. Now, Inter Miami head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino has confirmed that Messi will be wearing the captain’s armband in his second Inter Miami appearance. Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi celebrates …

Lionel Messi to Inter Miami is OFFICIAL! David Beckham's MLS team confirm signing of soccer icon
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi to Inter Miami is OFFICIAL! David Beckham's MLS team confirm signing of soccer icon

Daily Mail  

MLS and Miami fans had been waiting weeks for confirmation of his arrival Inter Miami has finally announced the signing of Lionel Messi to confirm the worst-kept secret in Major League Soccer. Inter Miami has finally announced the arrival of Lionel Messi to confirm MLS' worst-kept secret Messi has signed a deal with the club through the 2025 MLS season …

Revealed: The business reasons behind Lionel Messi’s transfer to MLS side Inter Miami - Reports
1 year, 9 months ago

Revealed: The business reasons behind Lionel Messi’s transfer to MLS side Inter Miami - Reports

Hindustan Times  

Departing PSG as a free agent, Lionel Messi made headlines as he joined MLS side Inter Miami, amid links with Al Hilal and former club FC Barcelona. In 2022, Apple and MLS signed a big agreement allowing Apple to offer streaming of all league matches on a global scale for 10 years in exchange for at least 250 million dollars …

Lionel Messi picks MLS’s Inter Miami in a move that stuns soccer after exit from Paris Saint-Germain
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi picks MLS’s Inter Miami in a move that stuns soccer after exit from Paris Saint-Germain

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Lionel Messi has pulled off his latest stunning feat: He is headed to Major League Soccer and joining Inter Miami. One of Inter Miami’s owners, Jorge Mas, tweeted out a photo of a darkly silhouetted Messi jersey shortly before the Argentinian great revealed his decision in interviews with Spanish news outlets Mundo Deportivo and Sport. “We are pleased …

Lionel Messi to MLS? What the PSG, Argentina star could mean for Inter Miami, US soccer
2 years, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi to MLS? What the PSG, Argentina star could mean for Inter Miami, US soccer

New York Times  

Editor’s note: An updated version of this piece, published after Lionel Messi announced that he would sign for Inter Miami, is available here. After David Beckham and his Inter Miami partners were awarded MLS’ 25th franchise in late January 2018, the man who revolutionized the league as a player for LA Galaxy shared a video message from Lionel Messi on …

LaLiga: Lionel Messi fined $720 for taking off jersey in tribute to Diego Maradona
4 years, 3 months ago

LaLiga: Lionel Messi fined $720 for taking off jersey in tribute to Diego Maradona

Firstpost  

The federation’s competitions committee fined the Argentine player for his actions after scoring in Barcelona’s 4-0 win over Osasuna in the Spanish league on Sunday. Barcelona: Lionel Messi was fined 600 euros for taking his jersey off to pay tribute to Diego Maradona, the Spanish football federation said on Wednesday. After a strike from outside the box, Messi took off …

Lionel Messi refuses to shake the hand of referee Cuneyt Cakir after Barcelona's 3-1 win over Napoli
4 years, 7 months ago

Lionel Messi refuses to shake the hand of referee Cuneyt Cakir after Barcelona's 3-1 win over Napoli

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi refused to shake the hand of referee Cuneyt Cakir at the end of Barcelona's 3-1 victory over Napoli for the official's involvement in some controversial VAR incidents in the first half. Wait i just clocked it was the referee who Messi refused to shake hands with and not Manolas i- https://t.co/3tXZrbjRAz — CH➐ August 8, 2020 Lionel Messi …

Lionel Messi to miss El Clasico and Champions League ties after arm injury rules him out for three weeks
6 years, 5 months ago

Lionel Messi to miss El Clasico and Champions League ties after arm injury rules him out for three weeks

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 has been ruled out of the …

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