Lionel Messi begins on-field workouts, could rejoin Inter Miami before MLS playoffs
7 months ago

Lionel Messi begins on-field workouts, could rejoin Inter Miami before MLS playoffs

Associated Press  

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Lionel Messi began individual on-field training this week and could be ready to join Inter Miami on the field before the end of the MLS regular season, Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said Friday. The 37-year-old Messi has been out with a right ankle injury since Argentina’s July 14 Copa America final win over Colombia, when he went down in the second half and tearfully exited the field. Messi will not play when Inter Miami hosts FC Cincinnati on Saturday and was omitted from Argentina’s national team roster for its two September World Cup qualifiers. He has not played for Inter Miami since July 1, but Martino said he could join the team in full training soon.

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Messi out of qualifiers due to adductor injury
1 week, 2 days ago

Messi out of qualifiers due to adductor injury

China Daily  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Brazil and Uruguay due to injury, and was not included in Lionel Scaloni's 25-man squad on Monday. AFP BUENOS AIRES — Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said …

World Cup qualifiers: Messi out for Argentina’s matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury
1 week, 3 days ago

World Cup qualifiers: Messi out for Argentina’s matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said Messi — the reigning Major League Soccer MVP — underwent an MRI “to assess the extent of the discomfort in his adductor region,” an injury that the team said occurred in …

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers as Argentina seek to seal place
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1 week, 3 days ago

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers as Argentina seek to seal place

Deccan Chronicle  

Buenos Aires: Lionel Messi will miss Argentina's World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said Messi — the reigning Major League Soccer MVP — underwent an MRI “to assess the extent of the discomfort in his adductor region,” an injury that the team said …

Injured Messi to miss Argentina’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers
1 week, 3 days ago

Injured Messi to miss Argentina’s FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Al Jazeera  

The world champions will face Uruguay on March 21 and Brazil on March 25 without their influential captain. Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s qualifying matches for the FIFA World Cup 2026 after suffering a groin strain in Inter Miami’s victory over Atlanta at the weekend, his club has confirmed. Inter Miami said in a statement on Monday that a scan …

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury
1 week, 4 days ago

Messi out of World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil due to adductor injury

Associated Press  

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Lionel Messi will miss Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Brazil over the next eight days because of an injury to his adductor. Later Monday, Inter Miami said Messi — the reigning Major League Soccer MVP — underwent an MRI “to assess the extent of the discomfort in his adductor region,” an injury that the …

Messi scores on return to Inter Miami XI as MLS club rallies to beat Atlanta United
1 week, 4 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 …

Lionel Messi ruled out of World Cup qualifiers due to injury, to miss match vs Brazil
1 week, 4 days ago

Lionel Messi ruled out of World Cup qualifiers due to injury, to miss match vs Brazil

India Today  

Legendary Argentina forward Lionel Messi will miss the upcoming South American World Cup qualifying matches against Uruguay and Brazil due to an apparent muscular injury, reported news agency AP on Monday, March 17. Argentine media reported that Messi suffered a sore left thigh on Sunday during Inter Miami’s 2-1 victory over Atlanta United in Major League Soccer. Argentina, which leads …

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

WATCH: Messi scores on return during Inter Miami vs Cavalier Champions Cup match
2 weeks 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 travelling with Inter Miami to Jamaica to face Kingston Cavaliers in Champions Cup
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Messi travelling with Inter Miami to Jamaica to face Kingston Cavaliers in Champions Cup

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi, who has sat out Inter Miami’s last three games, will travel to Jamaica for Thursday’s CONCACAF Champions Cup match with Kingston side Cavalier, coach Javier Mascherano said on Wednesday. Messi missed Inter’s 4-1 win at the Houston Dynamo in Major League Soccer on March 2 and then the 2-0 midweek home win over Cavalier in the first leg …

Messi misses out again as 10-man Inter Miami secure win over Charlotte FC in MLS
2 weeks, 4 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, 4 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 Lionel Messi missed Inter Miami's CONCACAF Champions Cup last of 16 match against Cavalier?
3 weeks ago

Why Lionel Messi missed Inter Miami's CONCACAF Champions Cup last of 16 match against Cavalier?

Firstpost  

After missing Inter Miami’s MLS match against Houston Dynamo, Lionel Messi also sat out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup last 16 first leg match against Cavalier FC at home. Lionel Messi sat out of Inter Miami's CONCACAF Champions Cup last of 16 match against Cavalier. Image: Reuters A Lionel Messi-less Inter Miami secured a 2-0 win over Jamaican club Cavalier …

CONCACAF Champions Cup: Without Messi, Inter Miami struggles to 2-0 win over Jamaica’s Cavalier in Round of 16
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3 weeks ago

CONCACAF Champions Cup: Without Messi, Inter Miami struggles to 2-0 win over Jamaica’s Cavalier in Round of 16

The Hindu  

Inter Miami rested Lionel Messi again and had to grind out a 2-0 win over Jamaica’s Cavalier in the first leg of its CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 tie on Thursday. Messi, who was also absent for Sunday’s 4-1 win at Houston in Major League Soccer, is not believed to be suffering from any injury and the club has …

Why is Lionel Messi not playing for Inter Miami in CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16 clash against Cavalier?
3 weeks 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, 6 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 …

Lionel Messi blames tough times at PSG as major push for Inter Miami move
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Lionel Messi blames tough times at PSG as major push for Inter Miami move

India Today  

Argentine football legend Lionel Messi has admitted that his difficult spell at Paris Saint-Germain played a major role in his decision to move to Major League Soccer with Inter Miami. Messi’s move to PSG in 2021 generated massive excitement in the football world, following Barcelona’s inability to renew his contract due to financial constraints. Speaking to Apple Music, the Argentine …

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

Will Lionel Messi return to Barcelona after Inter Miami contract expires? Here's what his biographer said
1 month ago

Will Lionel Messi return to Barcelona after Inter Miami contract expires? Here's what his biographer said

Firstpost  

Spanish football journalist and author Guillem Balague, who has written Lionel Messi’s biography among other books, took to social networking platform X to address rumours of the iconic Argentine forward making one last appearance for Barcelona as a player. Will Lionel Messi make one last appearance for FC Barcelona after his contract with Inter Miami comes to an end later …

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 …

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 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 …

Lionel Messi defies freezing cold to score a stunner at age 37, helps Inter Miami win Champions Cup match - WATCH
1 month, 1 week ago

Lionel Messi defies freezing cold to score a stunner at age 37, helps Inter Miami win Champions Cup match - WATCH

Firstpost  

Lionel Messi showcased his brilliance in freezing conditions, scoring the only goal in Inter Miami’s 1-0 win over Sporting Kansas City in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. In bone-chilling conditions, proved once again why he remains a footballing marvel at age 37, netting the decisive goal in Inter Miami’s 1-0 triumph over Sporting Kansas City in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. The …

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, 2 weeks 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

Firstpost  

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 …

Suárez says Inter Miami reunion with Messi and Neymar would be welcome but complicated
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Suárez says Inter Miami reunion with Messi and Neymar would be welcome but complicated

Associated Press  

A reunion of Barcelona’s famed trio of Luis Suárez, Lionel Messi and Neymar at Inter Miami would certainly be welcome — if it happens. Suárez addressed rumors that Neymar could be headed to Major League Soccer on Thursday at the league’s media day in Miami. “As always, anything is possible in football, but turning these expectations into reality is difficult …

Lionel Messi wins MLS MVP award, the latest trophy on a long list of honors for the Inter Miami star
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

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

Associated Press  

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

Messi and Inter Miami to open Club World Cup against Egyptian club Al Ahly
3 months, 3 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
4 months 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
4 months 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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4 months 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 …

Lionel Messi’s son Thiago makes Inter Miami debut in Argentina with mother Antonela Roccuzzo, grandparents in attendance
4 months ago

Lionel Messi’s son Thiago makes Inter Miami debut in Argentina with mother Antonela Roccuzzo, grandparents in attendance

Live Mint  

Lionel Messi's eldest son, Thigao, made his Inter Miami debut in Argentina when they played Newell's Old Boys in a traditional U-13 football competition in the city of Rosario. While Thiago was in action on the field, his mother Antonela Roccuzzo, and grandparents Jorge Messi and Celia Cuccittini, were cheering for the youngster from the stands. Notably, both Messi and …

Messi's son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch
4 months ago

Messi's son debuts at Argentina youth tournament as grandparents watch

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiago Messi, the eldest son of the Argentina star, has made his debut in the “Newell’s Cup” tournament in the countryside city of Rosario.The 12-year-old Messi played with the No. The team also played Tuesday.Lionel Messi took his first steps as a footballer in the Argentinian club in Rosario, 300 kilometers northwest of capital Buenos Aires.Thiago's mother, Antonela Roccuzzo, and …

Luis Suarez signs Inter Miami contract extension through 2025 MLS season
4 months ago

Luis Suarez signs Inter Miami contract extension through 2025 MLS season

New York Times  

Luis Suarez has signed a contract extension with Inter Miami that will keep him with the club through the 2025 Major League Soccer season. The Uruguay international’s new deal comes a day after Javier Mascherano — a former team-mate of Suarez at Barca — was confirmed as the team’s new head coach following Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino’s resignation. “We feel very, …

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

Javier Mascherano: The Lionel Messi ally charged with taking Inter Miami one step further
4 months ago

Javier Mascherano: The Lionel Messi ally charged with taking Inter Miami one step further

New York Times  

Six years after Argentina’s debacle at the World Cup in Russia, Lionel Messi and Javier Mascherano will reunite in Miami. Mascherano was a midfield enforcer for Barcelona, playing alongside Messi’s now Miami teammates Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba and Luis Suarez. There’s a proof of concept — Argentina became Copa America and World Cup champions by embracing Messi’s dominant personality on …

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, 1 week 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 …

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