MLS, Lionel Messi

MLS Cup Playoffs scores, schedule, bracket: Lionel Messi's Inter Miami head to game three, Columbus Crew out
After a wild final day of the season that saw Los Angeles FC secure the top seed in the Western Conference and Inter Miami set the single season points record, and a wildcard round which saw Atlanta and Vancouver advance, the MLS Cup playoffs are truly underway.
Lionel Messi called up by Argentina for 2 matches during break in MLS Cup Playoffs
Lionel Messi is on Argentina's roster for a pair of 2026 World Cup qualifying matches later this month. Argentine coach Lionel Scaloni called up 28 players Tuesday for a FIFA international window that falls between the MLS Cup Playoffs first round and the conference finals.
MLS Playoff Schedule: Atlanta stun Messi's Miami to set up decider
Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez have fired the Herons into the Supporters' Shield, and now set their sights on the club's first MLS Cup Final.
Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on brink of elimination in MLS Cup Playoffs after surprising loss at Atlanta United
The absence of Sergio Busquets showed as Miami's midfield lacked cohesion especially after Yannick Bright had to leave the match at the half with a hamstring injury. Tata Martino will now have to refocus his squad while also trying to see off an Atlanta United team that has nothing to lose.
Lionel Messi's MLS title chase could end in first round. There's no panic from Inter Miami
There's plenty at stake for Lionel Messi in Game 3 of the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs vs. Atlanta. Is there any reason to panic?
Atlanta stuns Messi, Miami in playoffs
Atlanta United snatched a dramatic last-gasp 2-1 playoff victory over Inter Miami on Saturday (Sunday in Manila), jolting Lionel Messi's hopes of leading the Florida club to MLS Cup glory. Portuguese winger Xande Silva blasted home a sensational winner for Atlanta in the fourth minute of stoppage time in front of 68,
When Is the 2025 MLS SuperDraft? Dates, Format, Picks
The 2025 Major League Soccer SuperDraft is set to begin shortly after the MLS Cup in early December. This year's MLS Cup is ...
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Austin FC declines MLS contract options on Ring, Hedges, Valencia and Finlay
The first round of the MLS playoffs isn't over yet, but Austin FC is already preparing for the offseason. The Verde & Black ...
New York Red Bulls eliminate defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew in shootout
The Columbus Crew have failed to defend their 2023 MLS Cup title and are knocked out of the playoffs in the first round by ...
Dynamo star Hector Herrera ejected after spitting at ref in dramatic MLS playoff loss
Hector Herrera did not leave the best last impression on the Houston Dynamo. The Dynamo captain was given a red card for ...
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Crew’s season ends after falling to Red Bulls in dramatic MLS playoff penalty shootout
The Columbus Crew’s 2024 season is over as the defending MLS Cup champions were knocked out of the playoffs by the New York ...
LA Galaxy star Puig hits out at 'insane' MLS playoff schedule
LA Galaxy star Riqui Puig has hit out at the MLS Cup playoff schedule, saying it's "insane" to have to wait three weeks for ...
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Real Madrid legend Marcelo set for MLS move after Fluminense fallout
After a tumultuous and controversial exit from Brazilian club Fluminense, the Real Madrid legend, now 36, finds himself a ...
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Ryan Gauld interview: Life in Vancouver, MLS Cup hopes and the impact of Messi comparisons
Having scored a hat-trick in the 5-0 win over Portland Timbers to seal progression into the MLS play-offs, Gauld is hoping ...
How Do MLS Designated Player Slots Work?
The Galaxy were able to sign a player of Beckham's quality during the league's early years because of the Designated Player ...