L. Messi

Cheerleader role for Lionel Messi? Argentina 'won't take any risks whatsoever' with Inter Miami star in October friendlies, vows Lionel Scaloni

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has vowed not to take any risks with Lionel Messi during the October international friendlies against Venezuela and Puerto Rico. Messi is doubtful for the Venezuela clash, which will be played on Saturday, only a day before Inter Miami face Atlanta United in a crucial MLS fixture. He will link up with his Argentine team-mates after playing seven matches in 21 days.

Mason Greenwood snubs Cristiano Ronaldo for another ex-Man Utd team-mate when naming best player he's worked with AND sides with Lionel Messi in GOAT debate

Mason Greenwood snubbed Cristiano Ronaldo for another former Manchester United team-mate when naming the best player he's worked with and chose Lionel Messi in the GOAT debate. While Greenwood briefly played alongside Ronaldo during the Portuguese striker's ill-fated second stint at Old Trafford, tensions reportedly ran high between the two as they struggled to build a successful playing relationship.

Sergio Busquets could play on with Lionel Messi but chooses not to – with Barcelona legend making future admission after confirming retirement plan at Inter Miami in MLS

Sergio Busquets has revealed that he could have continued playing alongside Lionel Messi at Inter Miami in MLS, but has chosen not to. Instead of prolonging a remarkable playing career, the legendary former Barcelona midfielder has announced that he will be retiring at the end of the 2025/26 season. A break from football is being planned, but he could return to the dugout at some point in the future.

USMNT star Christian Pulisic explains quality he shares with Lionel Messi as AC Milan forward reveals his childhood heroes – with fellow American making that list

USMNT star Christian Pulisic has explained the quality that he shares with Argentine GOAT Lionel Messi. The United States international occupies a similar area of the field to eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi, with coaches and team-mates often looking to them for attacking inspiration. Pulisic has embraced that role down the years and believes that he has learned - much like an all-time great - how best to impact proceedings.

Inter Miami player ratings vs. New England Revolution: Lionel Messi racks up three assists in 4-1 win, now at 41 goal contributions for the season

Inter Miami conceded five goals in a humbling defeat to the Chicago Fire on Tuesday, putting manager Javier Mascherano’s tactics under scrutiny. But the Herons made sure there wouldn’t be a repeat, allowing just one goal while Lionel Messi proved the catalyst with three assists in a convincing 4-1 win over the struggling New England Revolution on Saturday night.

Inter Miami player ratings vs. Chicago Fire: Luis Suarez impresses but Lionel Messi’s side stumble as Gregg Berhalter’s Chicago Fire secure playoff berth

The Chicago Fire are returning to the playoffs for the first time since 2017, but Inter Miami won't be thrilled the visitors' postseason ticket came at their expense in a 5-3 defeat at home. Luis Suarez rolled back the years with two goals, but his brilliance wasn’t enough to cover for the Herons’ season-long defensive frailties, as they shipped three before halftime.

Inter Miami player ratings vs NYCFC: Lionel Messi dominates with brace as Herons run riot in the Big Apple

By the time the fourth goal hit the back of the net, the crowd in Queens was euphoric. Many had been there to see Lionel Messi, admittedly. Fans got a look at Messi at his magical best - and they got a look at just how dangerous Inter Miami can be - as the Argentine star scored a brace and his club sealed a 4-0 win over New York City FC on Wednesday.