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Andres Iniesta, former Barcelona star, has expressed understanding and support for Lionel Messi‘s decision to snub a return to Barcelona in favor of joining Inter Miami, reported by goal.com. Iniesta believes Messi chose the “best option” for himself by pursuing his American dream. After leaving PSG and opting not to extend his contract there, Messi […]

Inter Miami‘s co-owner and former Manchester United legend, David Beckham, has shed light on the reasons behind the club’s signing of Lionel Messi and the immediate impact it has had in Florida, reported by goal.com. The football world was left stunned when Messi announced that he would be joining Major League Soccer (MLS) as a […]

Inter Miami‘s ambitions continue to reach new heights as they pursue another footballing legend to join their ranks alongside Lionel Messi, reported by mirror. Following the signing of Messi, Inter Miami’s attention has now turned to securing the services of Sergio Ramos. The Spanish center-back, who recently became a free agent after leaving PSG, is […]

Inter Miami‘s dismal run of seven consecutive losses in MLS has come to an end, providing a sense of relief ahead of Lionel Messi‘s arrival in the USA, reported by goal.com. The team managed to salvage a 1-1 draw against Austin, putting an end to their woeful streak. In the match, Josef Martinez opened the […]

Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard, who recently became a free agent after his release from Nottingham Forest, is now training at Lionel Messi‘s new club, Inter Miami, reported by goal.com.The 30-year-old England international has been contemplating his next move after a frustrating season at Nottingham Forest. Lingard is currently in the United States as […]

Lionel Messi‘s return to Barcelona may be on the horizon, as club president Joan Laporta remains confident that the Argentine superstar will come back at some point in the future, reported by goal.com. While Messi chose not to return to Camp Nou this summer and instead signed with Inter Miami in MLS, plans are underway […]

Inter Miami fans are left holding their breaths as there’s still no official word on when Lionel Messi will join the club or make his debut. The paperwork for his contract is yet to be completed and Inter Miami has not yet confirmed when his introductory press conference will be or when he will make […]

Matvei Michkov very well may be the steal of the 2023 NHL Draft after the young star was selected by the Philadephia Flyers with the No. 7 overall pick on Wednesday night — and he’s already earning comparisons to one of soccer’s greatest ever players. “He should be happy to be a Flyer, it’s an […]

Lionel Messi has shared his thoughts ahead of his highly anticipated debut for Inter Miami, expressing his excitement as he prepares to embark on a new chapter in his illustrious career, reported by goal.com. Following his recent appearances for Newell’s Old Boys and in a farewell match for Juan Roman Riquelme at La Bombonera, Messi […]

Lionel Messi has finally broken his silence on his relationship with certain sections of PSG fans. The 36-year-old was repeatedly booed and jeered by some PSG fans towards the latter half of this past season as the Ligue 1 champions had an underwhelming end to the 2022/23 campaign. The World Cup winner was also targeted […]

Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi might not be PSG teammates anymore, but the Frenchman still has serious love for arguably the greatest football player ever. Saturday happened to be Messi’s 36th birthday and Mbappe made sure to send the Argentine a heartfelt message on Instagram. Via Barca Worldwide: 📲 MBAPPE WISHES MESSI ON INSTAGRAM pic.twitter.com/6BIS5UISCC […]

Inter Miami officially has a Barcelona feel to it. After Lionel Messi recently joined the club in a groundbreaking move for Major League Soccer, one of his former teammates has followed suit. After weeks of rumors, Sergio Busquets, who just saw his contract expire with the LaLiga giants, is set to join Messi in South […]

Lionel Messi’s blockbuster move to MLS club Inter Miami hasn’t officially come to fruition yet, but everyone in the football world is voicing their opinion on the decision. Gareth Bale, who played his final professional club games in the MLS with LAFC, said that Messi will have less pressure on him playing in the United […]

Lionel Messi is one of the greatest footballers of all time, if not the greatest. It’s an opinion that is held by virtually everyone within the world of football and even sports, but Messi being the greatest footballer ever period is also a widely-held opinion for fans, players and media alike. For many, it was […]

Benfica are closing in on a deal to sign Angel Di Maria this summer transfer window despite links to Lionel Messi and Inter Miami. The negotiations are in the final stages and only a few details need to be finalized, per Fabrizio Romano. The contract will be until June 2024. EXCLUSIVE: Benfica are closing in […]

Lionel Messi shocked the world when he announced he would be leaving Europe to play with Inter Miami in Major League Soccer — and team owner Jorge Mas made a bold claim about the future of the sport in North America. “I think there will always be a before and after Messi when we talk […]

Inter Miami is gearing up for Lionel Messi‘s highly anticipated debut in Major League Soccer (MLS), reported by ESPN. According to owner Jorge Mas, the club is planning for Messi to make his first appearance on July 21 in a Leagues Cup match against Cruz Azul. While Messi, 35, has expressed his intention to join […]

Lionel Messi’s decision to join Inter Miami has the potential to elevate Major League Soccer (MLS) to new heights, according to Jorge Mas, the managing owner of the club, reported by goal.com. The Argentine superstar, who recently won the World Cup with his national team, has chosen to embark on a new chapter in his […]

Inter Miami are progressing towards reuniting their new star Lionel Messi with two of his former teammates from Barcelona this transfer window. The Herons are close to signing Spanish internationals Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, according to reports. They are aggressively looking to add more familiar star power to the team, founded by Messi, who […]

Lionel Messi’s new contract with Inter Miami will reportedly pay him between $50-60 million annually, per Alex Silverman of Sports Business Journal. It is by far the largest annual contract value in MLS history. This is a 2.5 year deal, and that salary encompasses Messi’s signing bonus and his equity in Inter Miami. Messi will […]

Saudi Arabia is intent on getting all of Lionel Messi they can manage. And if that does not include on the pitch with the Kingdom’s Pro League, then they will gladly utilize his worldwide influence in another profitable manner. A tourism partnership with one of the most recognizable athletes on the planet qualifies as a […]

Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski has opened up about his frustration regarding the transfer saga surrounding Lionel Messi, reported by goal.com. The Polish striker, who joined Barcelona in 2022, expressed his annoyance at the conflicting reports in the media surrounding Messi’s potential return to the club. Robert Lewandowski revealed that every day there were contrasting reports […]

La Liga President Javier Tebas expressed his disappointment over Lionel Messi’s decision not to return to Barcelona and the Spanish top flight. Tebas, both a fan and the president of La Liga, had hoped to see the legendary player back at Camp Nou. However, Messi chose to embark on a new challenge in Major League […]

Inter Miami‘s star signing Lionel Messi will not have the opportunity to play alongside strike partner Corentin Jean as originally anticipated, as the French forward suffered a season-ending injury,reported by goal.com. Jean, who started in the recent match against the New England Revolution, sustained a ruptured ACL, forcing him to the sidelines for the remainder […]

Chelsea‘s newest signing, Kendry Paez, has spoken out about the comparisons being drawn between him and Lionel Messi, reported by goal.com. He also revealed his excitement to work with a particular player at Stamford Bridge. The Blues recently completed the signing of the highly regarded attacking midfielder from Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle in a […]

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star Kylian Mbappé has expressed his sadness over the departure of Lionel Messi from the club to Inter Miami of Major League Soccer (MLS). Messi made the huge announcement on June 6, with contract negotiations to happen soon, despite rumors of possibly returning to Barcelona or joining other European greats in Saudi […]

It’s finally happening. Lionel Messi is coming to the MLS. Last week, the Argentine confirmed that he will be taking his talents to Inter Miami this summer after spending the last two seasons at PSG. While a Barcelona reunion was a possibility, there were still too many hoops to jump through in order to make […]

Inter Miami‘s ambitious plans to strengthen their squad continue to take shape, with talks now underway to bring in Barcelona’s Jordi Alba, reported by Fabrizio Romano. Following the stunning announcement of Lionel Messi’s arrival at the MLS club after his departure from PSG, Inter Miami is wasting no time in pursuing other marquee signings. Negotiations […]

Lionel Messi, the legendary Argentine forward, has shocked the footballing world by declaring that he is done with the Ballon d’Or,reported by goal.com. After winning the prestigious individual award a record-breaking seven times, Lionel Messi has stated that the Ballon d’Or is no longer important to him. This unexpected announcement has sparked widespread debate and […]

Lionel Messi, the legendary Argentine footballer, has announced that he will not participate in the 2026 World Cup, marking the end of his international career on the global stage, reported by goal.com. Lionel Messi recently led the Argentina national team to victory in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, securing his status as one of […]

PSG star Neymar has expressed his belief that Lionel Messi‘s move to Inter Miami will have a transformative impact on Major League Soccer (MLS), reported by ESPN. Last week, Lionel Messi announced his decision to join Inter Miami once his contract with PSG expires at the end of this month. Neymar, who played alongside Messi […]

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has expressed his disappointment over the failed attempt to bring Lionel Messi back to the club, reported by goal.com. The Argentine superstar, who is now a free agent, was heavily linked with a return to Barcelona after leaving PSG. However, no agreement was reached, and Messi is now set to […]

In a monumental turn of events, David Beckham has succeeded in bringing Lionel Messi to Inter Miami, marking a historic moment for American soccer. Beckham, the English football superstar who played a pivotal role in shaping Major League Soccer (MLS), has now taken the league to new heights with this groundbreaking signing, reported by goal.com. […]

Barcelona’s failure to re-sign Lionel Messi may actually turn out to be a blessing in disguise for the club, reported by goal.com. While Messi’s departure is undoubtedly a blow to the Blaugrana, his absence provides an opportunity for Barcelona to focus on building a cohesive and successful team under the guidance of manager Xavi Hernandez. […]

Lionel Messi has joined Major League Soccer (MLS) team Inter Miami, and top Miami Heat brass Jimmy Butler and Erik Spoelstra are very excited to have him. Messi made his announcement to join Inter Miami earlier this week, sending the entire sports world into a frenzy. The specifics of the deal have not yet been […]

Speculation about Lionel Messi‘s potential return to Barcelona has been dismissed as a “farce” by former Spain international Santiago Canizares, reported by goal.com. Despite rumors of a reunion with the Argentine superstar, it became clear that Messi would not sign a new contract with PSG. Talks were held between Barcelona and Messi’s representatives, but no […]

Cristiano Ronaldo, who joined the Saudi League in 2022, remains certain in his belief that more world-class players will follow him to Saudi Arabia, despite Lionel Messi rejecting a move to the country, reported by goal.com. Ronaldo, who signed the most lucrative contract in football history with a Saudi Arabian club after leaving Manchester United, […]

Inter Miami‘s newest signing, Lionel Messi, was taken aback when he received a screenshot of the team sitting at the bottom of the MLS Eastern Conference, reported by goal.com. The Florida-based club has struggled throughout the 2023 season, resulting in the departure of coach Phil Neville. However, Lionel Messi’s arrival is expected to provide a […]

The MLS is already feeling the effects of Lionel Messi. Since agreeing to sign with the club on Wednesday, David Beckham’s side has seen their popularity on Instagram alone grow by more than four million followers, never mind the huge number of tickets that have been sold. Arguably the greatest player to ever grace a […]