Lionel Messi: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 29

Lionel Messi teammate addresses Lamine Yamal comparisons

Barcelona kick off their Champions League semi-final tie on Wednesday as they host Inter at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. Hansi Flick’s side are favourites to progress to next month’s final against one of Arsenal or Paris Saint-Germain, but it will be very tough to get past the Nerrazzuri, despite their poor recent form.

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Inter Miami News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Inter Miami Coach Assigns Blame After Loss to Vancouver

Inter Miami CF suffered a major setback to its title-winning ambitions on Thursday night with a decisive 2-0 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps in the first leg of the semifinal of the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

LA Galaxy News / Athlon Sports / April 24

David Beckham: From Laughing Stock to Genius and Messi to Boot

In 2007, David Beckham stunned the soccer world by leaving Real Madrid’s Galacticos, the pinnacle of European football, for the LA Galaxy in Major League Soccer (MLS).

Inter Miami News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Lionel Messi Makes Big Announcement Before Inter Miami-Vancouver

Amid the transfer deadline and Inter Miami CF's undefeated start to the 2025 MLS season, attention has shifted to the CONCACAF Champions Cup, where Inter Miami is facing Vancouver Whitecaps on Thursday night in the first leg of the semifinals.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Lionel Messi's Awards are Challenged by a Football Icon

Football fans all around the world know Lionel Messi's quality. The Argentine is one of the greatest players of all time, and many regard him as the greatest to ever play the sport.

Inter Miami News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Lionel Messi’s Emotional Reaction to Death of Pope Francis

On Monday, the world mourned the loss of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 in his home, Domus Sanctae Marthae, which also serves as a guest house for clergy in Vatican City.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 20

Chelsea, Tottenham want 13-G/A youngster with a 'lot of quality', highly-rated by Messi

Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing the Argentine attacking midfielder Nico Paz at the end of the season. The 20-year-old midfielder plays for Como, and he has been outstanding for them since joining the club last summer.

Crystal Palace News / SempreInter.com / April 19

Ex AC Milan Coach Argues ‘If Inter Milan Stopped Messi In 2010 They Can Stop Yamal Now’ Ahead Of Barcelona Champions League Showdow

Fabio Capello feels that “if Inter Milan stopped Lionel Messi, they can stop Lamine Yamal” in their Champions League tie against Barcelona. The legendary former AC Milan, Real Madrid, and England coach gave his thoughts to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, via FCInterNews.

Lionel Messi News / Caught Offside / April 19

'Like when Barca had Messi' – Arsenal transfer target’s manager delivers him the ultimate compliment

Arsenal have been strongly linked with a move for an exciting talent in La Liga for a while now, and he’s just been compared to Lionel Messi of all people.

Inter Miami News / Football Espana / April 18

Lionel Messi admits failed Barcelona return dream in 2023

Lionel Messi has opened up on his failure to secure a dream return to Barcelona from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023. Messi was consistently linked with a move back to Catalonia when his PSG contract expired at the end of the 2022/23 season.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 18

Lionel Messi: Lamine Yamal is already one of the world’s best

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has received the ultimate seal of approval from Lionel Messi as he approaches the end of his second full season. The Spain international has been sensational for club and country since his breakthrough in Catalonia back in 2023.

Sassuolo News / Football Italia / April 18

Capello warns Barcelona: ‘If Inter stopped Messi, they can also do it against Yamal’

Fabio Capello has warned that if Inter’s treble-winning side from 2010 were able to stop Lionel Messi and Barcelona on their way to the Champions League

Inter Miami News / ESPN / April 17

Messi: New foreign players making MLS 'stronger'

Inter Miami CF star Lionel Messi said he's seen the level of Major League Soccer continue to rise as clubs sign young, foreign players, and said this season has been his most competitive yet since arriving to the South Florida team in the summer of 2023.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 17

Former Italy star was offered to join Messi’s Barcelona

Former Fiorentina and Italy star Giuseppe Rossi reveals he was offered a chance to join Barcelona and form a three-man attack with Lionel Messi and David Villa.

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / April 15

Teammate: Lionel Messi wants to play in '26 World Cup

Lionel Messi has a "desire" to help Argentina defend its World Cup title next year, Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez said. Messi, who turns 38 this summer, has not announced his plans for the 2026 tournament being held in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Soccer News / On Tap Sports Net / April 14

Chicago Fire Hold Their Own, Share Points With Lionel Messi's Inter Miami After Scoreless Draw

There were chances for both sides throughout but the Chicago Fire shared the points with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami after a scoreless draw at Soldier Field.

Lille News / Field Level Media / April 13

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami settle for scoreless draw vs. Fire

Despite some great chances late for both sides, neither Inter Miami nor the host Chicago Fire could find the back of the net as the teams dueled to a 0-0 draw on Sunday.

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / April 12

With or without Lionel Messi, Inter Miami and Chicago match elite attacks

Inter Miami is riding the momentum of an emotionally draining victory as it heads to Chicago to face the Fire on Sunday afternoon. Led by superstar Lionel Messi, who scored twice, Inter Miami (4-0-2, 14 points) rallied to beat LAFC 3-1 on Wednesday for a 3-2 win on aggregate to advance to the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals.

Olympique Lyonnais News / To The Lane And Back / April 12

Tottenham scouts in attendance as Ligue 1’s Messi puts Manchester United to the sword

It’s been far from a memorable campaign for Tottenham Hotspur. Injuries to key personnel have disrupted the team’s development and consistency, leaving Ange Postecoglou with a thin and often imbalanced squad.

Lionel Messi News / Larry Brown Sports / April 11

Big news emerges about Lionel Messi's future in Miami

Lionel Messi is ready to continue soaking up the sun in South Beach.

Watch: Messi spurs comeback in CONCACAF Champions Cup quarters

MLS sticks with its schedule (for now)

Potential MLS landing spots for Man City star Kevin De Bruyne

Liverpool moves forward with star duo, but another stud's exit looms

The 'MLS Cup champions' quiz

Soccer News / Yardbarker / April 10

Watch: Lionel Messi spurs Inter Miami comeback in CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinals

At 37, Lionel Messi still has plenty of magic left.

Report: Inter Miami hold discovery rights to Kevin De Bruyne

Tottenham star admired by Messi in talks with manager to leave the club

The 'Ballon d'Or winners' quiz

Soccer News / SportsMole / April 8

Matching Messi: Raphinha could equal Barcelona record in Dortmund battle

Barcelona wing wizard Raphinha will be chasing down a club Champions League record set by Lionel Messi in Wednesday's showdown with Borussia Dortmund.

Inter Miami News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1

Lionel Messi's bodyguard banned by MLS

MLS is putting an end to an unusual arrangement involving Lionel Messi and his personal bodyguard.

MLS' Earthquakes struggling despite these league-leading stats

Sporting KC, coach Peter Vermes part ways after two decades together

'He's an exciting player': Chicago Fire acquire 21-year-old midfielder

Deck stacked against hapless Montreal

Watch: Arsenal's Bukayo Saka scores first goal after absence

Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / April 1

Lionel Messi's bodyguard barred from MLS sidelines

A bodyguard for Lionel Messi said he has been barred from protecting the Inter Miami star during MLS matches. "They don't allow me to be on the field anymore,"

Inter Miami News / Yardbarker / March 29

What Lionel Messi's son told Novak Djokovic after Miami Open win

Sporting royalty graced Hard Rock Stadium on Friday as Lionel Messi watched Novak Djokovic in action in the semifinal of the Miami Open, and Messi's son had a message for Djokovic following the match.

Novak Djokovic is one win away from historic milestone

Czech teenager stuns Taylor Fritz to reach Miami Open final

Coco Gauff's reign as No. 1 U.S. tennis star in danger

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