Jason Kelce claims Lionel Messi playing for Argentina is 'different' than in MLS with Inter Miami after he dazzled at the Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium... but brother Travis insists 'it's all about the Pr
11 months ago

Jason Kelce claims Lionel Messi playing for Argentina is 'different' than in MLS with Inter Miami after he dazzled at the Chiefs' Arrowhead Stadium... but brother Travis insists 'it's all about the Pr

Daily Mail  

Jason Kelce insisted that watching Lionel Messi in Inter Miami is not the same as his days in Europe and leading the Argentina national team. Jason, who earlier talked about his experience watching the 2016 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, kept his stance after Travis raved about Messi's recent game in Kansas City. Jason Kelce insisted that Lionel Messi playing Miami is not the same as his previous teams After leading Argentina to the FIFA World Cup in 2022, Messi moved to Major League Soccer Travis Kelce challenged his brother's take and defended MLS on the New Heights podcast 'I'm not sh****ng on the MLS,' Jason continued. However, after Travis stood his ground on defending Major League Soccer, Jason remained adamant that the level of play in the US is not the same as Messi's previous competitions. Messi recently played at Arrowhead Stadium, the home of the Kansas City Chiefs Upon his arrival in Miami, Messi led The Herons to their first club trophy in the Leagues Cup Travis likened Messi's move to Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who played in MLS in 2018-2020 'You see one person on the biggest stage possible, with the biggest team in history,' he explained.

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Lionel Messi reveals he had ‘hard time adapting’ to life at Paris St Germain
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Lionel Messi reveals he had ‘hard time adapting’ to life at Paris St Germain

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. The 37-year-old eight-time Ballon d’Or winner joined Major League Soccer club Inter …

Lionel Messi angers Mexican ex-footballer, fans after controversial gesture during Inter Miami pre-season game
1 month, 3 weeks 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 …

MLS playoffs without Lionel Messi and Inter Miami could be a welcome reality check
4 months, 1 week 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 …

Messi's Magic: MLS Surges on the Back of the Argentine Maestro
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Messi's Magic: MLS Surges on the Back of the Argentine Maestro

The Hindu  

The Lionel Messi effect has propelled Major League Soccer (MLS) to record-breaking attendance figures and sponsorship revenue this season. With the conclusion of the regular season, MLS witnessed a five per cent increase in attendance, with several matches exceeding 70,000 fans. The league's superstar attraction, Lionel Messi, has played a significant role in this growth, with his impressive performances and …

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
1 year 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
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, …

Lionel Messi wasn't seen at MLS media day. Doesn't matter, since everyone talked about him
1 year, 2 months ago

Lionel Messi wasn't seen at MLS media day. Doesn't matter, since everyone talked about him

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US 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. Messi is entering his first full …

USMNT star Christian Pulisic insists Lionel Messi's performances with Inter Miami 'absolutely helps' promote MLS worldwide
1 year, 6 months ago

USMNT star Christian Pulisic insists Lionel Messi's performances with Inter Miami 'absolutely helps' promote MLS worldwide

Daily Mail  

US star winger Christian Pulisic has insisted that Lionel Messi's impressive form with Inter Miami 'absolutely helps' push MLS forward. Speaking to reporters ahead of a friendly match between the US and Uzbekistan on Saturday, Pulisic added that he has enjoyed watching the massive impact that the 2022 World Cup winner is having on American soccer, as Messi's registered 11 …

Christian Pulisic says Lionel Messi’s MLS success is ‘only a positive thing for this country’
1 year, 6 months ago

Christian Pulisic says Lionel Messi’s MLS success is ‘only a positive thing for this country’

New York Times  

U.S. men’s national team and AC Milan player Christian Pulisic offered his thoughts on another international soccer star who switched teams this summer, calling Lionel Messi’s success in Major League Soccer “only a positive thing for this country.” Here’s what you need to know: Speaking to reporters Friday, Pulisic said Messi’s MLS arrival “absolutely” helps promote the league around the …

Lionel Messi in LA was a true Hollywood occasion
1 year, 6 months ago

Lionel Messi in LA was a true Hollywood occasion

New York Times  

If the phenomenon of Lionel Messi Mania needed any further confirmation, this weekend proved it again: not even the world stars of Hollywood can dim his shine. They should have had something to cheer about, too, with Denis Bouanga spurning two big chances inside 15 minutes, the second effort drawing an excellent save from goalkeeper Drake Callender, one of Miami’s …

Messi is bedazzling US soccer and it is a pure joy to watch
1 year, 6 months ago

Messi is bedazzling US soccer and it is a pure joy to watch

New York Times  

Lionel Messi hasn’t even played a league game for Inter Miami, but you can hardly move on the internet for clips of his Florida feats. GO DEEPER Progressive passer and traditional defender - why City have signed Josko Gvardiol Last season Messi scored four goals in the Champions League and 21 goals in all competitions for Paris Saint-Germain, the team …

Messi effect set to catapult MLS to ‘new level’
1 year, 7 months ago

Messi effect set to catapult MLS to ‘new level’

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi could significantly raise the profile of Major League Soccer and the game as a whole in the United States, experts told Reuters, with the Argentine forward’s move to Inter Miami drawing attention from across the globe. “Now Lionel Messi has come to the MLS, and it’s going to definitely catapult it into a whole new level of visibility …

Yes, Messi is brilliant. But if you want to know where MLS is heading, watch the kids
1 year, 7 months ago

Yes, Messi is brilliant. But if you want to know where MLS is heading, watch the kids

New York Times  

The kick that put Inter Miami through to the quarter-finals of the Leagues Cup wasn’t from Lionel Messi. One of his last touches was a free-kick goal even more perfect than the first one he scored as an MLS player, two long weeks ago, back when we were still wondering whether he would bother with greatness in a league that’s …

Miami and MLS roll out the red carpet for their Messi-ah
1 year, 7 months ago

Miami and MLS roll out the red carpet for their Messi-ah

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi and the USA’s Major League Soccer is an alliance none would have dreamt of. But the whimsical thought turned into a legitimate rumour quickly, materialising into one of the most influential moments in American soccer history as the Argentine star signed for David Beckham’s Inter Miami. In Pictures: Inter Miami officially unveils Lionel Messi Assembling a strong squad …

Lionel Messi starts his new job in the Florida heat at Inter Miami
1 year, 8 months ago

Lionel Messi starts his new job in the Florida heat at Inter Miami

Firstpost  

Inter Miami are ranked last in the 29-team MLS and face Cruz Azul in the opening game of the new Leagues Cup. It is not clear if Messi will be part of it Lionel Messi got down to business with his new Inter Miami teammates on Tuesday, taking part in his first full training session with the Major League Soccer …

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 …

Argentina coach says Messi ‘deserves’ MLS move
1 year, 9 months ago

Argentina coach says Messi ‘deserves’ MLS move

The Hindu  

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said Wednesday that Lionel Messi “deserves” his high-profile transfer to Inter Miami, as the world champions prepared for a friendly against Australia in Beijing. “I believe he’ll have the conditions to enjoy himself there -- he deserves it.” Messi said Tuesday that last winter’s World Cup was probably his last. “I have said several times before …

MLS hopes Messi will boost attendance, TV viewers and market share
1 year, 9 months ago

MLS hopes Messi will boost attendance, TV viewers and market share

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — After two decades competing against Real Madrid, Manchester United and Brazil, Lionel Messi will be going against the NFL, Major League Baseball and the NBA. “Lionel Messi coming to MLS is an event that can’t be replicated in any other way,” former U.S. Soccer Federation President Sunil Gulati said. “You’ve got one of the best players of …

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 CONFIRMS move to Inter Miami CF
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi CONFIRMS move to Inter Miami CF

Daily Mail  

Lionel Messi has confirmed that he will be moving to Inter Miami CF in a deal that reportedly includes an option for the Argentine to become a part-owner of the MLS side. The World Cup winner has also been heavily linked with a fairytale return back to his former side Barcelona, yet, amid financial difficulties at the LaLiga giants, Messi …

Lionel Messi joins Inter Miami, rejects Barcelona return
1 year, 9 months ago

Lionel Messi joins Inter Miami, rejects Barcelona return

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi will sign for Major League Soccer side Inter Miami, the player said on June 7 in interviews with Spanish media, choosing the United States as his next destination over a Barcelona reunion or blockbuster deal to play in Saudi Arabia. The football world was eagerly awaiting Messi’s decision after PSG confirmed this week the playmaker, widely considered the …

Will Lionel Messi come to MLS? In Miami, everyone has an opinion
2 years ago

Will Lionel Messi come to MLS? In Miami, everyone has an opinion

New York Times  

The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida looks like it was designed by an eight-year-old on the back of a napkin. “Even as time has passed, my desire to remains intact,” Messi told Argentina’s Sportia shortly before the 2018 World Cup in Russia. It’s something that I still have left to do.” During a recent interview with Brazilian …

Hernández: Messi may not be MLS answer to reach mainstream
2 years, 4 months ago

Hernández: Messi may not be MLS answer to reach mainstream

LA Times  

Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates his goal during the second half of an international friendly against Jamaica on Sept. 27 in Harrison, N.J. Don Garber spoke carefully, as commissioners of sports leagues often do. “It will not define their success.” The longtime commissioner of Major League Soccer, Garber was addressing reports on the possibility Inter Miami could sign Lionel Messi after …

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 …

Messi described as 'a little tired' of critics
10 years, 6 months ago

Messi described as 'a little tired' of critics

India TV News  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina: Lionel Messi is "a little tired of" the criticism he's received since the World Cup, according to a football official in Argentina. Messi did not play in Argentina's 4-2 victory over Germany last week, a repeat of the matchup from the World Cup final won 1-0 by Germany. "It's true Leo is a little tired of the …

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