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 after scoring a goal against Cruz Azul during the second half at DRV PNK Stadium “Yes, he was our captain in the last game as well,” Martino affirmed when asked whether Messi will lead Inter Miami against Atlanta United. Lionel Messi and his former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets reunited in Inter Miami’s thrilling 2-1 win over Cruz Azul.

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Messi scores on return to Inter Miami XI as MLS club rallies to beat Atlanta United
1 week, 2 days ago

Messi scores on return to Inter Miami XI as MLS club rallies to beat Atlanta United

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi notched up his first goal of the ongoing MLS season as he returned to Inter Miami’s playing XI in the win over Atlanta United. Lionel Messi scored his first goal of the ongoing MLS regular season on his return to the playing XI in the league as Inter Miami defeated Atlanta United 2-1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sunday …

MLS 2025: Messi scores as Inter Miami beats Atlanta United 2-1 to take top spot in Eastern Conference
1 week, 2 days ago

MLS 2025: Messi scores as Inter Miami beats Atlanta United 2-1 to take top spot in Eastern Conference

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi was on target as Inter Miami avenged last season’s playoff exit to Atlanta United with a 2-1 win that sent it to the top of Major League Soccer’s Eastern Conference standings on Sunday. An end-to-end battle in front of 42,843 fans at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium looked set to finish in a draw after an outstanding goalkeeping performance from …

Lionel Messi scores as Inter Miami win against Atlanta United
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1 week, 2 days ago

Lionel Messi scores as Inter Miami win against Atlanta United

Al Jazeera  

Lionel Messi converts his first goal of the new season as Inter Miami defeat Atlanta United 2-1 in MLS Cup rematch from last season. Substitute Fafa Picault scored his first goal for Inter Miami in the 89th minute, Lionel Messi also scored his first of the regular season and Inter Miami earned a dramatic 2-1 come-from-behind victory at Atlanta United. …

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez help Inter Miami qualify for quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup
1 week, 5 days ago

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez help Inter Miami qualify for quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez powered Inter Miami to a 2-0 win over Cavalier SC, securing a spot in the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinals. Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi scored as Inter Miami beat Cavalier SC of Jamaica 2-0 on Thursday and moved into the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Suarez, the 38-year-old Uruguayan striker, converted on a penalty …

Messi Scores Off The Bench as Inter Miami Eases Into CONCACAF Champions Cup Quarters
1 week, 5 days ago

Messi Scores Off The Bench as Inter Miami Eases Into CONCACAF Champions Cup Quarters

Deccan Chronicle  

Kingston: Lionel Messi came off the bench and scored as Inter Miami eased into the quarter-finals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup with a 2-0 win at Jamaica's Cavalier earning them a 4-0 win on aggregate. The Argentine scored Miami's second with the final kick of the game, running on to a fine through ball from teenager Santiago Morales and clipping …

CONCACAF Champions Cup: Messi scores off the bench as Miami progress in Jamaica
1 week, 5 days ago

CONCACAF Champions Cup: Messi scores off the bench as Miami progress in Jamaica

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi came off the bench and scored as Inter Miami eased into the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup with a 2-0 win at Jamaica’s Cavalier earning it a 4-0 win on aggregate. The Argentine scored Miami’s second with the final kick of the game, running on to a fine through ball from teenager Santiago Morales and clipping it …

WATCH: Messi scores on return during Inter Miami vs Cavalier Champions Cup match
1 week, 5 days ago

WATCH: Messi scores on return during Inter Miami vs Cavalier Champions Cup match

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi placed his final touch into the back of the net on his return to the field after missing three games as Inter Miami confirmed its place in the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup on Friday. Gol del Mejor de todos los tiempos 🐐🤩pic.twitter.com/20YLYvp8oY — Inter Miami CF March 14, 2025 Messi returns The Argentine’s participation in this …

Messi misses out again as 10-man Inter Miami secure win over Charlotte FC in MLS
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Messi misses out again as 10-man Inter Miami secure win over Charlotte FC in MLS

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi has now missed three straight games for Inter Miami after not travelling to Houston last week. Lionel Messi watched from the bench as 10-man Inter Miami held on for a 1-0 win over Charlotte FC in Major League Soccer on Sunday. The Argentine was not used by coach Javier Mascherano in a game where Miami spent much of …

MLS 2024-25: Messi remains unused substitute after 10-man Inter Miami beats Charlotte FC
2 weeks, 2 days ago

MLS 2024-25: Messi remains unused substitute after 10-man Inter Miami beats Charlotte FC

The Hindu  

While Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami’s matchday squad, the Herons didn’t require the talisman’s services as they beat Charlotte FC 1-0 in a Major League Soccer fixture despite being a man down at the Chase Stadium on Saturday. Messi was named on the bench ahead of kick-off after the Argentine was reportedly rested for Inter Miami’s last two matches …

Why is Lionel Messi not playing for Inter Miami in CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 clash against Cavalier?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why is Lionel Messi not playing for Inter Miami in CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 clash against Cavalier?

The Hindu  

Inter Miami will be without the services of star player and captain Lionel Messi when it hosts Cavalier for the CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 first leg at the Chase Stadium in on Friday. On the other hand, Cavalier will be playing its first game of the campaign in the competition after qualifying directly for the last 16 after …

Lionel Messi says move to Inter Miami was driven by unhappy spell at PSG
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Lionel Messi says move to Inter Miami was driven by unhappy spell at PSG

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi said his decision to join Major League Soccer club Inter Miami as a free agent was fuelled by his struggles at Paris St Germain, describing it as a period he “didn’t enjoy”. “Signing for Inter was an opportunity because of the way things went in my last years in Paris,” the eight-times Ballon d’Or winner said in an …

Messi does it again! Inter Miami’s CONCACAF dream alive
1 month ago

Messi does it again! Inter Miami’s CONCACAF dream alive

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi was on target again as Inter Miami surged into the CONCACAF Champions Cup last 16 with a 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City on Tuesday, winning the tie 4-1 on aggregate. Messi scored in the 1-0 first-leg win in icy Kansas City last week, and it took him only 19 minutes to find the target at a much …

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

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 …

Watch: Lionel Messi Scores His First Goal Of 2025 In Inter Miami's Dramatic Win Vs Club America
2 months ago

Watch: Lionel Messi Scores His First Goal Of 2025 In Inter Miami's Dramatic Win Vs Club America

ABP News  

Lionel Messi First Goal Of 2025: Lionel Messi manages to score a goal for 21st consecutive year, as the Inter Miami captain thumped in a header inside the 6-yard-box off Luis Suarez's cross to equalise against Club America in a club friendly. 😏 Suarez to Messi for the first @InterMiamiCF preseason goal of 2025. pic.twitter.com/NZZi0qTtiE — Major League Soccer January …

Lionel Messi scores goal as Inter Miami opens preseason play with friendly win over Club America
2 months, 1 week 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 …

Mascherano still getting settled with Inter Miami, as it preps for start of season
2 months, 1 week ago

Mascherano still getting settled with Inter Miami, as it preps for start of season

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Javier Mascherano’s first game as Inter Miami’s new coach is this weekend. Yeah, it’s exciting.” Mascherano takes over a team that posted the best regular-season record in MLS history last season under coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino, who stepped down citing personal reasons. Inter Miami midfielder Benjamin Cremaschi — an American born to Argentine parents — said …

Lionel Messi planning a Barcelona reunion by signing a new contract with Inter Miami: Report
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi planning a Barcelona reunion by signing a new contract with Inter Miami: Report

Hindustan Times  

Inter Miami are planning to extend Lionel Messi's stay in the MLS for another year as they are set to offer a new contract to the Argentine great. Lionel Messi is set to sign a new contract with Inter Miami. “We’re very excited to unveil the five matches against domestic and international opponents across the Americas that will prepare us …

Lionel Messi-led Inter Miami unveils 5-match, 4-country preseason trip
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi-led Inter Miami unveils 5-match, 4-country preseason trip

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi is getting another preseason tour with Inter Miami, with this one being a five-match trip that will see the reigning MLS Supporters’ Shield winners playing in four different countries as it tunes up for the 2025 season. “We’re very excited to unveil the five matches against domestic and international opponents across the Americas that will prepare us for …

Lionel Messi in for a busy pre-season with Inter Miami announcing five-match tour across four countries
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi in for a busy pre-season with Inter Miami announcing five-match tour across four countries

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The reigning MLS Supporters’ Shield winners will be playing three of those five games, which will be taking place between 18 January and 14 February, in South and Central America. Reuters Argentine superstar Lionel Messi is in for a fairly busy pre-season tour with Inter Miami set to depart on a five-match trip that gets underway later this month and …

Messi-led Inter Miami unveils 5-match, 4-country preseason trip
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi-led Inter Miami unveils 5-match, 4-country preseason trip

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi is getting another preseason tour with Inter Miami, this one a five-match trip that will see the reigning MLS Supporters’ Shield winners playing in four different countries as it tunes up for the 2025 season. “We’re very excited to unveil the five matches against domestic and international opponents across the Americas that will prepare …

Messi and Inter Miami to open Club World Cup against Egyptian club Al Ahly
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi and Inter Miami to open Club World Cup against Egyptian club Al Ahly

Associated Press  

MIAMI — Lionel Messi and Inter Miami now know their path for next year’s Club World Cup. The host team — invited by FIFA to compete despite criticism from many in the soccer world — will play the tournament’s first match on June 15 against Egyptian club Al Ahly, as part of a group that will also feature Palmeiras and …

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez's sons make debuts at Argentina youth tournament for Inter Miami
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez's sons make debuts at Argentina youth tournament for Inter Miami

Hindustan Times  

Following his father's footsteps, Lionel Messi's eldest son Thiago made his debut in the Newell's Cup in Rosario. Thiago and his Inter Miami team lost 0-1 in their opener vs Newell's Old Boys in the U-13 competition. Lionel's Messi' son Inter Miami's Thiago Messi in action. Thiago, who was substituted in the second half, played with his friend Benjamín Suárez, …

Luis Suarez signs to stay with Messi and Inter Miami for 2025 season
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Luis Suarez signs to stay with Messi and Inter Miami for 2025 season

The Hindu  

Luis Suarez is going to play alongside Lionel Messi for at least one more year. Suarez made $1.5 million this year in his first Inter Miami season, one in which the Uruguayan striker scored 20 goals — tied with Messi for the team lead — in Major League Soccer regular season play and a team-best 25 goals across all competitions. …

Luis Suarez signs to stay with Messi and Inter Miami for 2025 season
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Luis Suarez signs to stay with Messi and Inter Miami for 2025 season

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Luis Suarez is going to play alongside Lionel Messi for at least one more year. Suarez made $1.5 million this year in his first Inter Miami season, one in which the Uruguayan striker scored 20 goals — tied with Messi for the team lead — in Major League Soccer regular season play and a team-best 25 …

Inter Miami hires Lionel Messi’s former teammate Javier Mascherano as new coach
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Inter Miami hires Lionel Messi’s former teammate Javier Mascherano as new coach

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and Javier Mascherano are together again, this time with Inter Miami. The former Barcelona and Argentina teammates have reunited, with Inter Miami announcing Tuesday that Mascherano’s hiring as the club’s new coach is complete. More details: https://t.co/iICOZxaFw7pic.twitter.com/Boc6Ix32yC — Inter Miami CF November 26, 2024 Mascherano most recently was Argentina’s under-20 team and Olympic coach. I’m looking forward to …

Lionel Messi has his new coach: Javier Mascherano’s hiring by Inter Miami is now complete
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lionel Messi has his new coach: Javier Mascherano’s hiring by Inter Miami is now complete

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi and Javier Mascherano are together again, this time with Inter Miami. The former Barcelona and Argentina teammates have reunited, with Inter Miami announcing Tuesday that Mascherano’s hiring as the club’s new coach is complete. I’m looking forward to working with the people at Inter Miami to help the club reach new heights, and to …

Lionel Messi’s former teammate Javier Mascherano announced as new Inter Miami head coach
4 months ago

Lionel Messi’s former teammate Javier Mascherano announced as new Inter Miami head coach

CNN  

CNN — Former Argentina captain Javier Mascherano will be Inter Miami’s new head coach, the club announced on Tuesday. Mascherano will reunite with legendary forward Lionel Messi, who he played alongside for the national team and spent almost eight years with at Barcelona. I was drawn to the organization’s undeniable ambition, and the infrastructure it has to support it,” Inter …

Inter Miami names Javier Mascherano as new head coach
4 months ago

Inter Miami names Javier Mascherano as new head coach

New York Times  

Former Barcelona, Liverpool and Argentina midfielder Javier Mascherano has been named by Inter Miami as its new head coach. “I’m looking forward to working with the people at Inter Miami to help the club reach new heights, and to give the fans more unforgettable moments.” Miami co-owner David Beckham said: “Throughout his career as one of the world’s best players …

Mascherano favourite to become coach of Lionel Messi and Co. at Inter Miami after Martino
4 months ago

Mascherano favourite to become coach of Lionel Messi and Co. at Inter Miami after Martino

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi’s new coach at Inter Miami will be announced “in the coming days”, the club’s co-owner Jorge Mas said on Friday, with reports suggesting Javier Mascherano is in pole position. Argentine Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino has left the club due to personal reasons and Mas said that he and fellow owner David Beckham have moved quickly to identify his replacement. …

Inter Miami to name Javier Mascherano, Lionel Messi’s former teammate, as new head coach
4 months ago

Inter Miami to name Javier Mascherano, Lionel Messi’s former teammate, as new head coach

New York Times  

Former Argentina captain Javier Mascherano will be Inter Miami’s next head coach, according to multiple sources. Mascherano played with Miami’s Messi, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba at Barcelona Mascherano has been coaching Argentina’s Under-20 and Under-23 teams since 2021. GO DEEPER Inter Miami expecting Messi to play in 2026, has asked for his input on new coach A move to …

Lionel Messi’s former teammate Javier Mascherano close to becoming Inter Miami coach, AP source says
4 months ago

Lionel Messi’s former teammate Javier Mascherano close to becoming Inter Miami coach, AP source says

Associated Press  

Lionel Messi is on the cusp of reuniting with former Argentina national teammate Javier Mascherano with Inter Miami, this time as player and coach, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday. Multiple reports out of Argentina said Mascherano has already agreed to take over as coach at Inter Miami as the replacement for Gerardo …

MLS: Inter Miami coach Martino steps down after Cup playoffs exit against Atalanta
4 months ago

MLS: Inter Miami coach Martino steps down after Cup playoffs exit against Atalanta

The Hindu  

Inter Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino stepped down from his role on Friday, citing personal reasons, after the team was knocked out of the MLS Cup playoffs earlier this month. Martino’s Miami, which is led by Argentina talisman Lionel Messi, topped the MLS regular season standings to win the Supporters’ Shield with a record-breaking haul of 74 points in 34 …

Inter Miami expecting Lionel Messi to play in 2026, has asked for his input on new head coach
4 months ago

Inter Miami expecting Lionel Messi to play in 2026, has asked for his input on new head coach

New York Times  

Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas said on Friday that he expects captain Lionel Messi to stay at the club through 2026 and that he sought the Argentine’s input regarding the search for a new head coach. 10.” Miami’s new stadium, dubbed Miami Freedom Park, was originally slated to open next year but in September, the club announced that they will …

Reports: ‘Tata’ Martino resigns as Inter Miami head coach
4 months ago

Reports: ‘Tata’ Martino resigns as Inter Miami head coach

The Hindu  

Gerardo “Tata” Martino has resigned as the head coach of Inter Miami, citing personal reasons, multiple outlets reported on Tuesday. Martino guided the Lionel Messi-starring club to 74 points and the Supporters’ Shield in the regular season, but Inter Miami fell short in the MLS Cup Playoffs. Martino, 61, joined Inter Miami in June 2023 after three-plus years at the …

Messi to have new coach at Inter Miami as Tata Martino resigns: Report
4 months ago

Messi to have new coach at Inter Miami as Tata Martino resigns: Report

Firstpost  

Despite winning the winning the Supporters’ Shield with Inter Miami and Lionel Messi, Gerardo Martino’s side made an early exit from MLS Cup playoffs and now it has been reported that he is ready to step down from his post. Lionel Messi could have a new coach next season at Inter Miami as it was reported Tuesday that current manager …

Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino stepping down as coach of Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami, AP source says
4 months ago

Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino stepping down as coach of Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami, AP source says

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Gerardo “Tata” Martino, who guided Inter Miami to the best regular season record in Major League Soccer history this season, is resigning as coach of the club, a person with knowledge of the decision said Tuesday. Inter Miami was 26-9-12 in MLS regular season matches in the Martino era, plus won its first two trophies: the …

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami given Club World Cup 2025 spot by FIFA
4 months, 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 …

Messi's future in MLS addressed by Inter Miami coach: 'I actually don't know'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Messi's future in MLS addressed by Inter Miami coach: 'I actually don't know'

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi has helped Inter Miami top the Eastern Conference standings and also win the Supporters' Shield in just his second season with the club. Reuters Inter Miami’s elimination from the first round of MLS Cup playoffs has ignited speculations around Lionel Messi’s future at the Florida-based club. Head coach Gerardo Martino addressed questions about Messi’s future in his post-match …

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. …

Lionel Messi’s MLS Cup dreams dashed as Inter Miami ousted from playoffs
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi’s MLS Cup dreams dashed as Inter Miami ousted from playoffs

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi's dream of winning the MLS Cup with Inter Miami came to a sudden halt on Saturday after the team was eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. Miami topped the regular season with a record points total, but their MLS Cup hopes were dashed after losing twice in the best-of-three playoff series. The final whistle brought a …

Lionel Messi's goal in vain as Atlanta United knock Inter Miami out of MLS Playoffs
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi's goal in vain as Atlanta United knock Inter Miami out of MLS Playoffs

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi found the back of the net, but his efforts couldn’t prevent Inter Miami’s elimination from the MLS playoffs, as they fell to Atlanta United on Sunday. Lionel Messi could not stop Inter Miami from losing to Atlanta United in MLS Playoffs. Reuters image Lionel Messi’s goal went in vain as Inter Miami were knocked out in the first …

Don't know how limited Lionel Messi's time is in MLS: Inter Miami boss Martino
4 months, 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?
4 months, 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 …

MLS Cup playoffs: Messi’s Inter Miami to take on Atlanta United for a spot in East Conference semis
4 months, 2 weeks ago

MLS Cup playoffs: Messi’s Inter Miami to take on Atlanta United for a spot in East Conference semis

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will try to extend their pursuit of a domestic double when they host Atlanta United in the decisive Game 3 of their Round 1 MLS Cup Eastern Conference Playoff series on Saturday night in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Atlanta rallied to a dramatic 2-1 victory over visiting Miami in Game 2 last Saturday, a match decided …

Sergio Busquets, once ruled out, now may play alongside Messi for Inter Miami against Atlanta United
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Sergio Busquets, once ruled out, now may play alongside Messi for Inter Miami against Atlanta United

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Inter Miami practiced on Friday thinking there was no way Sergio Busquets was going to play in its win-or-else playoff match against Atlanta United. Busquets — who coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said was ruled out for Saturday’s game — received medical clearance on Friday afternoon to play and is being listed as questionable. “At best, there …

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lionel Messi drops huge update on becoming manager after retirement, unsure about 2026 World Cup participation

Hindustan Times  

Lionel Messi is already 37-years-old and is not plying his trade in Europe anymore. Speaking to Fabrizio Romano for Apple TV, the 2022 World Cup winner was asked if he had any plans to get into coaching after retirement. The former Barcelona star was also asked about participation in the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the US, …

Messi Reinvents Himself to Lead Inter Miami to Success
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi Reinvents Himself to Lead Inter Miami to Success

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi has had a significant impact on Inter Miami since joining the club in July 2023. The Argentine legend has helped the Herons to top the Eastern Conference standings and win the Supporters' Shield in his second season with the club. He has also admitted that he has had to reinvent himself and change his playing style ever since …

Messi's Assist Sets New Apple TV Viewership Record in Inter Miami vs Atlanta United Match
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi's Assist Sets New Apple TV Viewership Record in Inter Miami vs Atlanta United Match

Firstpost  

Messi's record-breaking performance for Inter Miami against Atlanta United has set a new viewership record for Apple TV. The match, which was made available for fans worldwide through the MLS Season Pass, attracted 150,000 viewers, with Apple streaming the match on Apple.com and various Apple stores in major cities.

Messi's Debut a Dramatic Comeback for Inter Miami in a Thrilling First Game
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi's Debut a Dramatic Comeback for Inter Miami in a Thrilling First Game

Firstpost  

Inter Miami secured a 2-1 victory over Atlanta United in the opening game of their best-of-three playoff series. Lionel Messi had several scoring chances but was denied by the Atlanta defense. Despite the setback, the team showed resilience and found a goal through Jordi Alba in the 60th minute. The match showcased Messi's brilliance and the importance of delivering the …

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