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• The trophy no MLS team wants: How The Wooden Spoon came to be
There's one trophy Lionel Messi won't win in MLS: the Wooden Spoon, a fan award given to the league's worst team. Here's the story behind its creation....2024
• Iniesta: Miami right place for Messi's 'happiness'
Spain legend Andres Iniesta believes Inter Miami is the right fit for former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi....2024
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• 🚨 MLS announces unique 'Messi Cam' live stream on TikTok this weekend 📲

Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn ImagesThis weekend, you will be able to watch Lionel Messi like you’ve never watched him before when MLS Supporters’ Shield champions Inter Miami get their playoff campai......2024
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• Messi, Bad Bunny speak about new Adidas collab featuring Gazelle sneakers, F50 cleats
Soccer's GOAT Lionel Messi and the "King of Latin Trap" Bad Bunny have joined forces to release a special Adidas collab featuring cleats and Gazelles....2024
• Messi scores hat-trick as Inter Miami set MLS points record

Lionel Messi scores a hat-trick to help Inter Miami beat New England Revolution 6-2 as his side set a points record for a regular Major League Soccer campaign....2024
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• Lionel Messi caps comeback with hat trick, Inter Miami breaks MLS points record on wild Decision Day

Lionel Messi completed Inter Miami's latest comeback with his very first touch — and then capped it off with a hat trick....2024
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• Messi scores two in four minutes on injury return

Lionel Messi scores two goals and sets up another for Inter Miami on his return to action following a three-month injury lay-off....2024
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• Lionel Messi expected to be available for Inter Miami's match vs. Philadelphia Union on Saturday

Messi suffered an ankle injury while playing for Argentina during the Copa América final in July....2024
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• Lionel Messi will return before MLS playoffs, says Inter Miami coach Tata Martino

Messi suffered an ankle injury during the Copa América final on July 14 while playing for Argentina....2024
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• Martino: Messi nearing return to Miami training
Inter Miami head coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino confirmed Lionel Messi will be ready to join the team for training soon as his recovery from a ligament injury suffered during the Copa América final continues....2024
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• Messi (ankle) to miss Argentina Sept. qualifiers
Lionel Messi has been left off the latest Argentina national team roster for the September CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia as he continues to recover from the ankle injury suffered during the Copa América final....2024
• Messi remains out, yet to train fully since Copa

Gerardo 'Tata' Martino confirmed Lionel Messi will not feature in the team's Leagues Cup round-of-32 clash against Toronto FC on Thursday night as he has yet to train with the team since returning from Copa América with an ankle injury....2024
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• Here’s why there aren’t there more men’s soccer stars participating in the Olympics

Photo by Nicolò Campo/LightRocket via Getty Images Casual fans may tune in with confusion, but there’s a historic explanation. Casual fans tuning in for Olympic soccer might be wondering why some of the stars who were present for big tournaments this summer, like Copa America or Euro 2024 aren’t present in France. Fan confusion has certainly peaked watching group stage Olympic matches onl...2024
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• Messi, Suárez both out for MLS All-Star Game

Inter Miami's Lionel Messi will not play in this week's MLS All-Star Game, Major League Soccer said on Monday, eight days after the Argentine superstar left the Copa America final with an ankle injury....2024
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• Chicago Fire promise ticket credits to fans if Inter Miami's Messi misses Chicago home game with injury

The Fire are offering credit for ticketholders at the August 31 home match in the event that Lionel Messi, who was injured during Copa América, does not play....2024
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• Chicago to credit fans if injured Messi can't play

The Chicago Fire announced Friday that they will provide compensation to fans if Lionel Messi is unable to feature due to injury when Inter Miami CF visit Soldier Field on Aug. 31....2024
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• Messi's house vandalized; Milei calls for safety
Argentina president Javier Milei has expressed solidarity to Lionel Messi and his family after their mansion in Ibiza was vandalised by climate change activists....2024
• Suzy Cortez’s intense admiration for Lionel Messi: Tattoos in unconventional locations that set a world record

Many football fans typically show their dedication to sports stars or teams by getting tattoos, which is a popular occurrence. Nevertheless, Suzy Cortez, a passionate Lionel Messi fan and former Miss BumBum champion, has taken her devotion to exceptional heights. She set a new world record last year for the highest number of tattoos relating […]...2024
• Lionel Messi is already a Florida man shopping at Publix
He was left alone too! One of Florida’s greatest contributions to the world is Publix, and Lionel Messi has wasted no time experiencing one of the great meats of our cultural stew. Lionel Messi is really out here shopping at a Publix pic.twitter.com/HaTeYL7vDn— USMNT Only (@usmntonly) July 14, 2023 A lot is being made of Messi shopping at the store and not getting swarmed by 1,000 fans LI...2023
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• Millions of dollars in 'Lionel Messi' branded cocaine were found in Peru drug bust
These drug dealers seem to really like Lionel Messi...2017
• Hangin' with Dwight Howard: A Changed Man, Entertaining Host and Snake Charmer
2015

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2024
"Argentina president Javier Milei has expressed solidarity to Lionel Messi and his family after their mansion in Ibiza was vandalised by climate change activists."

2023
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2022
"Lionel Messi has agreed in principle to stay at PSG next season but negotiations are yet to start over a new deal, sources have told ESPN."

2021
"Paris Saint-Germain have made contact with Lionel Messi over a potential move, sources have told ESPN."

2020
"Pep Guardiola and Lionel Messi spoke on the phone last week to discuss the possibility of a move to Manchester City, according to ESPN sources."

2019
"The agent says it was an "injustice" that his client lost out to Lionel Messi"

2018
"Argentina and Barcelona forward Lionel Messi wished David Beckham all the best for the former England star's Miami Major League Soccer team."

2017
"Three games, three free kick goals by Lionel Messi"

2016
"Lionel Messi announces Argentina retirement after Copa America final defeat"

2015
"Watt and Lionel Messi share a photo and a caption"

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• MLS power rankings: Orlando City’s beauty to Inter Miami’s utter dominance

There are signs of rebellion in Austin, Óscar Pareja’s men are well worth watching and Lionel Messi appears to be heading for yet another title...2024
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• Chicago Fire promise ticket credits to fans if Inter Miami's Messi misses Chicago home game with injury
2024

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• Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets, Luis Suárez not traveling to Vancouver; Whitecaps offer fans food discounts

The trio are expected to play when the team returns home for two matches next week ahead of the international break....2024
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• Messi wages, $20.4M, more than 25 MLS payrolls

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi is Major League Soccer's highest paid player with a total guaranteed compensation of $20.44m....2024
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• Inter Miami's Lionel Messi set to make an MLS-record $20.45 million this season

Lionel Messi is just one of six millionaires playing for Inter Miami, according to salary figures released Thursday by the MLS players association....2024
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• May the MLS action be with you on Star Wars weekend

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire/Corbis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Eastern Conference has a few matchups that will be cleared for hyperspace. It’s the beginning of May and this weekend poses some interesting matchups in the universe. Saturday is Star Wars Day, so watch MLS you can while celebrating some of your favorite characters. There are 3 matches between Eastern Conf...2024
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• Come for the Messi show, stay for the Suarez highlights

Photo by Thaddaeus McAdams/Getty Images When Lionel Messi was out, Luis Suarez stepped up to produce goals at a rate worth the price of admission. Earlier this month, a packed crowd of 19,365 entered Audi Field to see DC United take on Inter Miami, and for many in the crowd, there was one person that caused them to purchase their tickets. Lionel Messi has garnered massive interest and ver...2024
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• The MLS fountain of youth is dipped in goals in the early part of 2024

Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images The MLS trend may favor the young talent, but the older stars are contributing so far this season. The 2024 Major League Soccer season is well completing its second month this weekend, and we’ve already seen a lot of excitement from the league’s 29 teams. We’ve seen incredible goals and amazing moments, where the stars have shined when the lights are b...2024
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• Kansas City Chiefs News, April 15: Patrick Mahomes Meets Lionel Messi, a New Mock Draft Lands Patrick Mahomes Protection, and More
Here’s the latest news on the Kansas City Chiefs, including Patrick Mahomes meeting Lionel Messi, a new mock draft, and more....2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Kansas City showed up for soccer (Messi) at Arrowhead —A preview of World Cup 2026?

Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports Chiefs headlines for Monday, April 15 The latest Messi meets Mahomes, scores goal, but Taylor Swift is a no-show at Arrowhead Stadium | The Athletic To accommodate Messimania coming to Kansas City, the match was moved from the club’s usual home of Children’s Mercy Park (capacity 18,467) to the Kansas City Chiefs’ Arrowhead Stadium (76,416), which will also...2024
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• Messi scores hat-trick as Inter Miami set MLS points record
2024

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• Lionel Messi caps comeback with hat trick, Inter Miami breaks MLS points record on wild Decision Day
2024

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• 🎥 Lionel Messi seals record points total

Inter Miami star and Argentine legend Lionel Messi has put his stamp on yet another night in MLS on a record-breaking night in south Florida.After a superb international break for La Albiceleste, Miam......2024
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• Lionel Messi caps comeback with hat trick, Inter Miami breaks MLS points record on season's final day
2024

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• Messi hat trick secures Miami MLS points record
Lionel Messi scored a stunning 11-minute hat trick to help Inter Miami break the Major League Soccer record for most points in a single season, after defeating the New England Revolution 6-2 Saturday at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida....2024
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• Messi scores twice as Inter Miami win MLS Shield

Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez score as Inter Miami beat Columbus Crew to win the MLS Supporters' Shield....2024
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• Lionel Messi scores surgical free kick as Inter Miami win MLS Supporters' Shield

The 37-year-old Messi now has 17 goals and 10 assists in 17 games for Miami this season, an average of a goal contribution once every 53 minutes....2024
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• 🚨 Inter Miami secure MLS Supporters Shield after stunning Columbus victory

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami secured their first piece of silverware of the 2024 MLS campaign, wrapping up the Supporters Shield for most points in the regular season with a thrilling 3-2 win against......2024
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• Messi scores two in four minutes on injury return
2024

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• Lionel Messi scores twice vs. Philadelphia Union in return to Inter Miami lineup

Messi had not played for Inter Miami in over three months after injuring his ankle during the Copa América final....2024
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• Messi launches production company 525 Rosario
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi has launched a production company titled 525 Rosario, dedicated to creating family programming and premium television content....2024
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• Messi's house vandalized; Milei calls for safety
2024
• How’s life for Lionel Messi post-Copa America? Pretty great, actually.

Lionel Messi, center, celebrates Argentina’s Copa America championship alongside Angel Di Maria, left, and Nicolas Otamendi. | Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images Fresh off his continental title, the Argentine star is enjoying some time in the sun, courtesy of an injured ankle It’s been quite the month for Lionel Messi, specifically in the case where his pros certainly have outweighed th...2024
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• What it takes to be a race car driver, according to the drivers themselves

Race car drivers explain in their own words why their sport isn’t a Sunday drive “They are not athletes.” “I drive a car too, how hard can it be?” “Fake sport.” Writing about motorsports elicits a number of different responses. Inevitably, however, responses like the above pop up. Readers questioning the coverage, questioning the athletes, questioning the sport itself. Over the past year I have be...2024
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• The MLS fountain of youth is dipped in goals in the early part of 2024
2024

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• Patrick Mahomes had high praise for Lionel Messi after Sporting KC match

Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports Two of the world’s greatest athletes were in the same space on Saturday: Arrowhead Stadium. Two of the most recognizable athletes in the world were at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes watched as his MLS team, Sporting KC, hosted Inter Miami, the team of international soccer star Lionel Messi. Fútbol’s finest ...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Kansas City showed up for soccer (Messi) at Arrowhead —A preview of World Cup 2026?
2024

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• Why it's Arsenal's moment vs. Man City, and can a Messi-less Miami deliver?

Why Arsenal's match against Man City is the biggest game of Mikel Arteta's career. Plus can Inter Miami deliver without Lionel Messi?...2024
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• Canada qualify for Copa to set up Argentina clash

Canada beat Trinidad and Tobago 2-0 on Saturday in Frisco, Texas to secure a spot in this year's Copa America where they will play the tournament's opening match against Lionel Messi and World Cup champions Argentina....2024
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• Here’s our pick of must-watch CONCACAF Champions League matchups

It’s questionable if Lionel Messi will appear in Wednesday night’s game against Nashville as he continues to recover from a leg injury. | Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports A week of pivotal matches continues Wednesday with Inter Miami vs. Nashville and a late night Liga MX showdown If you haven’t been watching the CONCACAF Champions League tournament, this week would be an excellent wee...2024
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• Messi lands in U.S. ahead of Inter Miami unveiling

Lionel Messi landed in Ft. Lauderdale on Tuesday in preparation for an unveiling ceremony to be hosted by his new MLS club, Inter Miami, on Sunday....2023
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• Sources: PSG consider fining Messi for Saudi trip

Paris Saint-Germain are considering handing Lionel Messi a fine for missing training on Monday to travel to Saudi Arabia, sources have told ESPN....2023
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• Messi-Ronaldo reunion is just one part of Saudi Arabia's big soccer plans

Ambitious plans to rapidly raise the Saudi Pro League to global relevance go beyond just attracting Lionel Messi, sources told ESPN....2023
• Lionel Messi announces Argentina retirement after Copa America final defeat
2016

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• Sources: PSG hold talks with Messi, keen for deal

2021

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• Sources: Pep and Messi had call about City move
2020

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• J.J. Watt and Lionel Messi share a photo and a caption
J.J. Watt and Lionel Messi share a photo and a caption...2015
• Source: Messi move to Saudi increasingly likely

Lionel Messi is considering a move that would see him join Al-Hilal, the city rivals of Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr FC, a source has told ESPN....2023
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• 🚨 MLS announces unique 'Messi Cam' live stream on TikTok this weekend 📲
2024

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• Messi trains with Argentina amid hurricane watch
Lionel Messi has re-joined the Argentina squad in training in Miami as the team remain aware of Hurricane Milton....2024
• 🎥 Magical Messi brace pushes Miami half-way to MLS Supporters Shield

Who else but Argentine legend Lionel Messi?On a night where Inter Miami can bank their first-ever MLS Supporters Shield, it just had to be Messi to pop up with two goals on the stroke of half-time to ......2024
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• Messi's 15th league goal earns tie for Inter Miami
Lionel Messi moved Inter Miami another step closer to the No. 1 seed for the MLS Cup playoffs....2024
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• Lionel Messi scores twice vs. Philadelphia Union in return to Inter Miami lineup
2024

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• Lionel Messi scores 2 first-half goals in 4 minutes in return to Inter Miami lineup

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• Messi joins Miami training, return date unclear
Lionel Messi returned to group training with Inter Miami on Wednesday, more than six weeks after the Argentina captain left the Copa America final with a badly sprained right ankle....2024
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• Lionel Messi will return before MLS playoffs, says Inter Miami coach Tata Martino
2024

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• Martino: Messi nearing return to Miami training
2024

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• Here’s why there aren’t there more men’s soccer stars participating in the Olympics
2024

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• Messi sets record straight over Hong Kong row

Lionel Messi took to one of China's largest social media platforms on Monday to address speculation over his nonappearance in a recent Inter Miami friendly in Hong Kong....2024
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• Here’s how Apple TV could stop MLS’ beef with the U.S. Open Cup

Even before the arrival of Lionel Messi, Apple TV has been committed to Major League Soccer. It should be committed to all things MLS teams do, like compete in the nation’s oldest soccer tournament, the U.S. Open Cup. | Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK Couldn’t the streaming giant end the feud between MLS and the U.S. Open Cup by simply locking up broadcast rights? Hey, wi...2024
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• Travis & Jason Kelce’s ‘New Heights’ podcast: surviving in the Arctic

In the latest episode, the Kelce brothers discuss Kansas City’s extremely cold Wild Card victory. The Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end Travis Kelce and his older brother — Philadelphia Eagles’ center Jason Kelce — host a weekly podcast called "New Heights." The title is an homage to the Cleveland Heights, Ohio, neighborhood in which they grew up. In this week’s episode, Travis talked about the best (...2024
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• Inter Miami owner Beckham won't rule out moves for Ronaldo, Messi

James Corden hilariously pranks former LA Galaxy star David Beckham with this oddly proportioned statue of himself. Class of 92 teammates welcome David Beckham as part-owner of Salford City. David Beckham has less than a year before his new Major League Soccer team Inter Miami takes the field and is finally turning his focus to bringing in players with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo ...2019
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• Lionel Messi shockingly suspended four games by FIFA for rant against referee
The Argentine found out his status for Tuesday, hours before the game against Bolivia...2017
• Barcelona star Lionel Messi shockingly admits bathroom faux pas on TV show
Quite a strange thing for Messi to admit to...2017
• Red Sox's Bradley, Betts, and Bogaerts Give MLB a New-Age 'Killer B's'
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