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Inter Miami Announce Lionel Messi News Before Charlotte FC Game

The players are back from international duty, and Lionel Messi just had one of the most emotionally intense games of his career with Argentina. Now back in Miami to finish the MLS season—and hopefully push for the playoffs—manager Javier Mascherano has confirmed Messi’s health status ahead of the road game against Charlotte FC.

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Mascherano rues Suárez ban for spitting incident

Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano said he will rue Luis Suarez's absence after the striker was banned for three games for spitting at a Seattle Sounders staffer.

Inter Miami News / Total Apex Sports / September 12

Tata Martino Spills the Tea on Inter Miami Exit, Teases MLS Return

Gerardo “Tata” Martino, the man who steered Inter Miami to glory, has finally broken his silence about his sudden departure from the club. In a move that left many fans scratching their heads, Martino packed his bags after just two seasons, leaving behind a star-studded team led by none other than Lionel Messi.

Inter Miami News / Extratime Talk / September 11

How Inter Miami Went from Beloved Stars to the League’s Biggest Villains

When Inter Miami first assembled its super team, led by the addition of Lionel Messi in 2023, the league rallied behind them, as they were bringing more eyes to the league.

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The 'Premier League Golden Boot winners' quiz

How many of the players to lead the English Premier League in goals scored (also known as winning the "Golden Boot") since the 2000-01 season can you name in five minutes?

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Lionel Messi News / ESPN / September 10

World Cup onside/offside: Good win for USMNT, last dance for Lionel Messi?

With another international break behind us and just nine months to the World Cup, what have we learned this week? For one, the U.S. need tougher tests, and we might need to prepare for Lionel Messi's curtain call.

Inter Miami News / Sporting News / September 10

Cristiano Ronaldo chases World Cup record after smashing Lionel Messi's goal tally

Cristiano Ronaldo has another record in his sights.

Lionel Messi News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Why Is Lionel Messi Not Playing Tonight for Argentina vs Ecuador?

The Argentina national team will be taking on Ecuador for their final World Cup qualifier match of the CONMEBOL. Argentina is already qualified and will finish first in the CONMEBOL qualification table, no matter the result against Ecuador.

Soccer News / Total Apex Sports / September 9

Lionel Messi Sits Out Ecuador Match as Thiago Almada Gets the Golden Honor of Wearing Argentina’s No. 10

Well, well, well. The football world collectively held its breath when news broke that Lionel Messi wouldn’t be gracing the pitch for Argentina’s World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.

Luis Suarez News / Football Espana / September 9

Luis Suarez handed further three-game ban following spitting incident

Inter Miami star Luis Suarez has had a storied career, but shaded by the occasional tendency to lower himself below the bar of what is acceptable competition.

Lionel Messi News / Sporting News / September 9

Will Lionel Messi play at the 2026 World Cup? Argentina star casts doubt on playing in USA, Canada, Mexico

While it's likely he will be on hand to help the Albiceleste to defend their FIFA World Cup title in 2026, Messi isn't ready to confirm his presence just yet.

Lionel Messi News / Yardbarker / September 10

Lionel Messi's biggest threat for the 2025 MLS MVP award is at San Diego FC

The 2025 season is another spectacular campaign on an individual level for Lionel Messi, but it might not be enough for him to secure MVP honors.

MLS suspends Miami’s Luis Suarez 3 games, including Sounders rematch

The 'Major League Soccer Cup champions' quiz

Luis Suarez News / Field Level Media / September 8

MLS suspends Miami’s Luis Suarez 3 games, including Sounders rematch

Major League Soccer suspended Inter Miami star Luis Suarez for three matches, which takes him out of the club's rematch with the Seattle Sounders after Suarez spat at a Seattle staffer after the Leagues Cup final.

Lionel Messi News / ESPN / September 8

Scaloni: Messi to 'take his time' on WC decision

Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni addressed the growing uncertainty that Lionel Messi will choose not to play at the upcoming 2026 World Cup, reaffirming the team captain will "take this time calmly" before making a final decision.