Angry spectators broke down barricades and stormed the pitch at a stadium in India after football star Lionel Messi, who is on a three-day tour of the country, abruptly left the arena. As a part of a so-called GOAT Tour, the 38-year-old Argentina and Inter Miami superstar touched down in the eastern state of West […]
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Messi’s short stay leaves Kolkata fans furious and disappointed
Lionel Messi visited Kolkata Stadium during his India tour but stayed only 10 to 20 minutes. Fans were furious. Many expressed anger over the extremely short visit. The brief appearance disappointed spectators who had expected a longer interaction with the football star. According to Indian media, Messi did not kick the football or participate in […]
Messi dazzles as Miami beat Vancouver to win MLS title
Lionel Messi inspired Inter Miami to their first ever MLS Cup title on Saturday, playing a starring role in a 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps in Florida. Argentina superstar Messi provided assists for two goals and helped create another to spark wild celebrations before a rapturous home crowd at the Chase Stadium in Fort […]
Messi stars as Miami blanks Cincinnati, reaches 1st East final
Tadeo Allende scored a second-half brace, Lionel Messi scored and picked up three assists and Inter Miami pulled away to a 4-0 victory over FC Cincinnati in Sunday’s Eastern Conference semifinal. Mateo Silvetti, 19, also had a goal and an assist for No. 3 seed Miami, which continues its deepest MLS Cup Playoff run in […]
Barcelona plans Messi statue at Camp Nou
BARCELONA – Barcelona president Joan Laporta has announced plans to erect a statue of Lionel Messi at Camp Nou, honoring the legendary player for his contributions to the club. Messi, 38, made an unannounced visit to Barça’s stadium on Sunday before joining the Argentina national squad in Spain. He shared photos on social media, expressing […]
Messi, De Paul called up for Argentina friendly vs Angola
INTER MIAMI / ARGENTINA: Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul have been named in Argentina’s 24-player roster for a friendly against Angola scheduled for November 14, national team coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed. The duo, key players for Inter Miami, are currently involved in the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs. Inter Miami and Nashville […]
Messi’s late strike not enough as Nashville defeat Inter Miami
NASHVILLE – An 89th-minute goal from Lionel Messi was not enough to save Inter Miami as Nashville SC earned a 2-1 win in the MLS Cup round one playoff series on Saturday, forcing a decisive third game. Nashville took early control with first-half goals from Sam Surridge and Josh Bauer at a rain-soaked Geodis Park. […]
Messi brace fuels Miami over Nashville in MLS Cup series opener
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi scored twice to lift Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over Nashville SC on Friday in the opening game of their MLS Cup round one playoff series. Tadeo Allende also scored for Inter, who took a 1-0 lead in the best-of-three series, with game two in Nashville on November 1. Eight-time […]
Lionel Messi extends Inter Miami contract until 2028
NEW YORK — Lionel Messi has signed a new contract with Major League Soccer side Inter Miami, keeping him at the club until 2028, the team announced on Thursday. The 38-year-old Argentine superstar continues to show no signs of slowing down and remains determined to win more trophies with the Florida-based club. Messi, an eight-time […]
Messi Wins MLS Golden Boot
MIAMI (AFP): A magical night in Florida saw Lionel Messi at his unstoppable best, scoring a spectacular hat-trick to lead Inter Miami to a 5-2 victory over Nashville SC, clinching the Major League Soccer Golden Boot in the process. The Argentine legend finished the regular season with 29 goals in 28 matches, ahead of Denis […]