MLS, Lionel Messi and Miami

5 Must-Watch MLS Matchday 2 Games: Inter Miami, LAFC and More
MLS season returned with a vengeance last week and carries a lot of momentum heading into the second matchday of the season.
Lionel Messi: "I felt called" to play in MLS with Inter Miami
"The truth is that I always had it in my mind to play in MLS," said Messi, the sport's most decorated player of all time. "I felt called to come to Inter because it's a club that's growing, that's very new, with few years as a club, and I like the idea of coming and helping the club to become a greater club.
Lionel Messi 2025 video highlights, stats with Inter Miami in MLS, Club World Cup, CONCACAF Champions Cup
Then came two assists as 10-man Inter Miami came back to draw NYCFC in their MLS opener.The latest was an absolute stunner, as Messi plucked a Luis Suarez pass out of the air, then scorched the inside of the near post with an across-body rocket.
Lionel Messi sends important message to MLS on clubs’ participation in FIFA Club World Cup
FIFA Club World Cup set to kick off in less than five months, Inter Miami star Lionel Messi delivered an important message to MLS regarding the clubs participating in the competition.
Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez Fined by MLS for Conduct at Inter Miami-NYCFC Game
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Messi’s two assists help Inter Miami salvage 2-2 tie vs. NYCFC in dramatic MLS opener
Lionel Messi was in the starting lineup for Inter Miami’s MLS season opener against NYCFC Saturday night, 72 hours after scoring the lone goal in a Concacaf Champions Cup win at Sporting KC in frigid weather conditions. It was a balmy 68 degrees for the MLS game at Chase Stadium, much more comfortable for Messi and his teammates.
Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi makes candid admission about his decision to join MLS
After one and a half years in the league, Inter Miami star Lionel Messi made an honest admission about his decision to join Major League Soccer.
Messi says move to Inter Miami driven by unhappy spell at PSG
Lionel Messi said his decision to join Major League Soccer club Inter Miami as a free agent was fuelled by his struggles at Paris St Germain, describing it as a period he "didn't enjoy".
Messi has two assists as Inter Miami plays NYCFC to draw in MLS season opener: Highlights
Major League Soccer season began Saturday with Lionel Messi playing in prime time. Inter Miami and NYCFC battled to a draw.
MLS Announces Punishment for Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi faced consequences for his interaction with a referee at the end of Inter Miami's 2-2 draw with NYCFC.
Lionel Messi doesn't hide his feelings on MLS and controversial new FIFA Club World Cup
In a rare interview, Inter Miami's Lionel Messi has given an insight into the MLS, it's style of play, and the controversial FIFA Club World Cup, scheduled to be held in the U.S. in the summer of 2025
MLS fines Inter Miami's Lionel Messi for placing hand on New York City FC assistant coach's neck
Major League Soccer fined Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi an undisclosed amount on Tuesday for placing his hand on a New ...
MLS Power Rankings: Miami snatch point, San Diego stun Galaxy
MLS is back for the 2025 season and so are our Power Rankings! Which clubs impressed and failed to impress on the opening ...