News of mls

Messi scores two as Miami clinch MLS Supporters' Shield

03-10-2024 11:50 Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami beat the defending Major League Soccer champions the Columbus Crew 3-2 to clinch the Supporters' Shield awarded for the best regular season record.

ARGENTINE SUPERSTAR

Messi's record US$20.4 million salary dwarfs entire MLS teams

17-05-2024 12:07 Lionel Messi's record US$20.45 million annual salary makes him by far the best paid player in Major League Soccer – but that figure does not include the huge income the World Cup winner receives in commercial deals, endorsements and sponsorships from companies such as Adidas and Apple.

FOOTBALL

Miami expects trophies from Messi's first full season in MLS

19-02-2024 10:57 No MLS team has ever been able to draw on players of such pedigree and experience and with that comes the expectation for Lionel Messi's Inter Miami.

FOOTBALL

Messi prepares Inter Miami for an emotional friendly against Newell's Old Boys

14-02-2024 11:00 After a chaotic Asian tour, Lionel Messi's Inter Miami are returning to the United States for an emotional friendly match against Newell's Old Boys that's sure to raise the Argentine superstar's spirit.

FOOTBALL

Chinese cities pull Argentina matches after Messi no-show

10-02-2024 10:26 Argentina had announced a tour in China from March 18 to 26, during which it was to face Nigeria in Hangzhou and Ivory Coast in Beijing. But after Messi sat out a high-profile friendly between Inter Miami and a select XI in Hong Kong last week, sports bosses have cancelled the matches.

MESSI IN MIAMI

Messi says he wants to 'enjoy every moment' of career

23-08-2023 22:54 Argentina captain says he wants to "enjoy every moment" of the remainder of his career and has no date in mind for when he will finally hang up his boots.

Messi & the MLS

Miami move 'opposite' of PSG switch, says happy Messi

17-08-2023 19:04 Speaking to local media for the first time since arriving in Miami, a smiling and relaxed Lionel Messi talked positively of his life in South Florida and contrasted it with his time with Paris St Germain.

FOOTBALL

Messi on target as he leads Inter Miami into Leagues Cup final

16-08-2023 11:11 Lionel Messi has been an Inter Miami player for just 32 days, but he's already lead the MLS side into a final.

Football

Messi magic marvels Miami

28-07-2023 20:46 Even at 36, he is clearly at the top of his game, an asset that any club in the world would give almost anything to possess.

by Dan Edwards

Sports

Messi scores twice as Miami crush Atlanta

26-07-2023 14:20 Lionel Messi's two-goal spectacle in Inter Miami's 4-0 win against Atlanta United showcases his seamless adaptation and elevates the team's Leagues Cup aspirations.

Sports

Meet the billionaire who convinced Messi to pick MLS over Saudi Arabia

20-07-2023 15:41 Billionaire Jorge Mas aims to revolutionise US soccer and boost profitability by signing Lionel Messi to his Inter Miami team, offering revenue sharing and an equity stake in exchange for Messi's potential to attract subscribers to Apple TV+ and top players to Major League Soccer.

FOOTBALL

'Messi mania' takes hold of Miami

13-07-2023 11:34 'Messi-mania' strikes Miami as anticipation builds ahead of Lionel Messi's move to the United States and MLS.

Messi does Miami

Messi set for busy, hype-packed first week in Miami

13-07-2023 08:54 Lionel Messi's hopes of enjoying a quieter life in Florida for the final years of his career may prove to be wishful thinking

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi lands in Florida ahead of Inter Miami move

11-07-2023 17:59 Argentine star Lionel Messi landed in Florida on Tuesday ahead of putting the final touches on his move to US Major League Soccer club Inter Miami.

MESSI TO MIAMI

Inter Miami announce July 16 'The Unveil' event

08-07-2023 08:31 Lionel Messi's next club, Inter Miami, will a presentation event called 'The Unveil' on July 16 at its home stadium.

Football

Messi and Busquets not moving to Miami for a holiday, says Martino

29-06-2023 21:04 Newly appointed Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino says there is no question of Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets moving to South Florida to chill on South Beach.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi set for July 21 debut, Inter Miami planning '3-5' signings

20-06-2023 15:15 Inter Miami are targeting a July 21 debut for superstar signing Lionel Messi, owner Jorge Mas reveals. Contract for Argentina skipper reportedly worth US$60 million a year.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Rocket man Messi ready to fire MLS lift-off

09-06-2023 14:54 Argentine superstar's impending move to Inter Miami will turbo-charge Major League Soccer's efforts of entering the mainstream.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Benefits of Miami as clear as day for Argentina's captain

09-06-2023 08:25 After years of putting his body on the line for both club and country at the top level, Messi now has the chance to extend his career and become, like Pelé, a sterling ambassador for the game stateside.

by Dan Edwards

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Messi Mania sets off social media, ticketing boom

08-06-2023 18:55 Lionel Messi's transfer to Inter Miami ignites social media storm and ticket sales surge for MLS matches.

ECONOMICS OF THE DEAL

'La Pulga' spurns US$400-million Saudi offer to join Beckham’s side

07-06-2023 21:47 Bringing Messi to the United States will have major repercussions for Miami and Major League Soccer, as the city gears up to be one of the World Cup’s host cities in 2026.

BLOOMBERG - OPINION

JP Spinetto: Why Lionel Messi chose Miami over Riyadh

07-06-2023 21:41 The football great’s move to the US makes a lot of sense professionally, personally and maybe even financially.

MESSI TO THE MLS?

Rosario star snubs Saudi mega deal to move to Inter Miami

07-06-2023 14:13 Speculation over Lionel Messi's next move seems to be drawing to a close: various outlets worldwide say Argentina skipper has agreed a deal to move MLS side Inter Miami, rebuffing a mega-bucks offer from Saudi Arabia.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

Report: Al Hilal officials in Paris to seal Messi deal

05-06-2023 09:44 Saudi delegation plans to meet Messi's father and agent, Jorge, with the aiming of completing the signing as soon as possible.

MESSI ON THE MOVE

As Messi rumours swirl, an Argentine takes charge in Miami

02-06-2023 09:52 If Lionel Messi is really considering an offer to join Inter Miami, he may have noticed with interest that a fellow Argentine took charge of the MLS team on Thursday.

ARGENTINA CAPTAIN

PSG coach confirms Lionel Messi is to play his 'last game' for club

01-06-2023 13:36 Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier said on Thursday he hopes fans will give Lionel Messi a cordial reception in his final game at the Parc des Princes.