Lionel Messi’s connection to Barcelona dates back to a simple napkin that was recently sold at auction for an impressive amount of money. The napkin, which contained an agreement in principle to sign the then-13-year-old Messi, fetched a staggering sum of £762,400 ($965,000) at a British auction house. This piece of sports history has become
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One of the most striking revelations from the data released by the MLS Players Association is that Lionel Messi of Inter Miami is currently the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer. With a whopping total guaranteed compensation of $20.45 million, Messi’s financial standing within the league is unparalleled. This figure only represents the playing portion
Recently, FIFA announced its plan to address the issue of racist abuse in football. This plan includes urging all 211 national federations to make racist abuse a disciplinary offence within the sport. Furthermore, FIFA suggests implementing a global standard gesture for players to communicate racist incidents to referees. This gesture involves crossing hands at the
The recent 0-0 draw between Orlando City and Inter Miami in MLS did more than just showcase the playing abilities of both teams; it also brought to light the lack of a fierce rivalry between the two clubs. Despite being scheduled during MLS’ “Rivalry Week,” a time when the league’s most bitter rivals face off,
Inter Miami’s star player, Lionel Messi, will be missing the upcoming match against Orlando City due to an injury to his left knee. This injury occurred during the team’s recent match against Montreal, where Messi was fouled by Montreal defender George Campbell in the 40th minute. Despite initially continuing to play after receiving medical attention
Lionel Messi, the star forward for Inter Miami, is facing an evaluation ahead of the team’s upcoming match against Orlando City. Assistant coach Javier Morales expressed concerns over Messi’s minor knee injury, which he sustained during Miami’s previous match against Montréal. The injury occurred when Messi was fouled by George Campbell, causing him to go
Hirving “Chucky” Lozano, the Mexico international and PSV Eindhoven winger, recently expressed his preference for a return to Liga MX over a rumored move to MLS. When asked about the choice between playing in Mexico’s top flight or MLS, Lozano stated that he would like to go back to Liga MX. This preference indicates a
Inter Miami, the current leaders of the Major League Soccer (MLS), have been heavily reliant on the prowess of Lionel Messi to secure victories in their recent matches. Despite not always scoring or assisting directly, Messi manages to inspire his teammates offensively, leading the charge when needed. However, a concerning pattern has emerged in Miami’s
Inter Miami’s star player, Lionel Messi, recently expressed his frustration with the new Major League Soccer rule that forces an injured player to the sideline for two minutes. During a match against Montréal, Messi was fouled by defender George Campbell, resulting in a potential injury. Despite the severity of the incident, Campbell did not receive
The landscape of American soccer has been evolving over the years, with domestic leagues playing a crucial role in the development of players for the U.S. Men’s National Team. The recent game on March 24, 2023, where the U.S. first division was not represented on the game-day roster, marked a significant moment in the history
The Philadelphia Union made history by signing 14-year-old Cavan Sullivan to the largest homegrown contract in Major League Soccer. The agreement includes a transfer to English Premier League giants Manchester City after he turns 18. Sullivan cited the influence of his older brother, Quinn, who has been a first-team player for the Union since 2021,
The recent opening of the auction for the napkin that famously launched Lionel Messi’s Barcelona career has sparked a frenzy among football fans and collectors. With a guide price of £300,000-£500,000 ($374,700-$624,500), the bidding for this unique piece of memorabilia currently stands at £220,000. The auction, facilitated by the British auction house Bonhams, is set
The Soccer Tournament, a 7-on-7, $1 million winner-take-all event, has announced the matchups for its upcoming competition. One of the most anticipated matchups will be between Burnley co-owner and NFL legend J.J. Watt’s Burnley squad and former NFL punter and ESPN personality Pat McAfee’s Concafa SC team. This showdown is set to take place in
FC Cincinnati had a strong showing in their recent match against Orlando, coming out with a 1-0 victory despite facing a 10-man opponent for most of the game. This win showcased the team’s ability to capitalize on opportunities and secure crucial points. The Red Bulls suffered a tough 6-2 loss to Miami, with Lionel Messi