Lionel Messi, the 36-year-old Argentina star, has been a key player for Inter Miami this season, playing every minute of the team’s MLS matches and even in the Concacaf Champions League draw at Nashville SC. However, assistant coach Javier Morales hinted that Messi could be given a rest in the upcoming match against CF Montreal.
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LAFC recently announced a two-year contract extension for Dénis Bouanga, ensuring that the prolific goalscorer will remain with the team through the 2027 season. This deal, which includes a team option for 2028, solidifies Bouanga as the centerpiece of LAFC’s attack for the foreseeable future. At 29 years old, Bouanga has already made a significant
The Major League Soccer (MLS) has been in the spotlight recently for reasons other than the usual game outcomes or star player performances. The ongoing controversy surrounding the use of replacement referees has taken center stage, prompting discussions and debates among fans, players, coaches, and league officials. Background The Professional Referee Organization (PRO), funded by
The New England Revolution made a significant move by extending the contract of captain Carles Gil through the 2026 season, with an option for 2027. This decision reflects the team’s commitment to keeping a key player in their lineup for the foreseeable future. Carles Gil’s Impact Carles Gil, a 31-year-old midfielder, has proven himself as
LAFC coach Steve Cherundolo has been fined $10,000 by Major League Soccer for his comments regarding the playing conditions during last weekend’s game against Real Salt Lake. The league’s decision was announced on Wednesday, citing Cherundolo’s remarks after the team’s 3-0 loss in Utah as a violation of the league’s public criticism policy. MLS referenced
When Lionel Messi won his fourth FIFA Ballon d’Or in January 2013, a young boy by the name of Lionel Messi da Silva was born in Campinas, Brazil a few days later. It was an unlikely coincidence that tied the two events together in a strange yet fascinating manner. Fast forward to February 2013, and
LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo expressed his strong disapproval of the decision to proceed with the game against Real Salt Lake despite the heavy snow cover on the field. The extreme weather conditions not only led to a two-hour delay in the start of the Major League Soccer (MLS) clash but also caused the game to
The recent MLS Power Rankings by ESPN provide an in-depth analysis of the league’s 29 clubs after Matchday 2. These rankings are based on a combination of key season statistics, recent performance, Opta computer ratings, and insights from writers. It is evident that the rankings reflect not only the clubs’ current form but also their
FC Cincinnati made a significant move by signing DeAndre Yedlin from Inter Miami for $172,799 in General Allocation Money. The transfer was confirmed by sources to ESPN’s Jeff Carlisle and was officially announced by Cincinnati GM Chris Albright. Yedlin’s arrival is expected to bring leadership, experience, and quality to the team both on and off
The Major League Soccer’s All-Star Game is set to feature a match against the best of Liga MX for the third time in the past four years. The announcement by MLS has generated excitement among fans, as the showdown is scheduled for July 24 at Columbus, Ohio’s Lower.com Field. This year’s edition marks a return