Tag: Lionel Messi

Messi Returns with Game-Winner for Inter Miami in Victory over Philadelphia Union

Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025

Messi scored the match-winning goal in the 57th minute, just two minutes after coming on as a substitute, helping Inter Miami beat Philadelphia Union 2-1 and rise to first place in MLS East.
After recovering from injury, Messi made an immediate impact by finishing a pass from Luis Suárez with a right-footed strike. Miami remains unbeaten this season across all competitions, with Messi contributing in each MLS appearance so far.

Fabrizio Romano Dismisses Ronaldo-Messi Miami Reunion Rumors as Baseless

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr) Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025

Reports of Cristiano Ronaldo joining Lionel Messi at Inter Miami on a short-term deal have been debunked by Fabrizio Romano, who confirmed there is no truth to the story.
While Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr contract ends this season, Romano clarified the Portuguese star is likely to extend his stay in Saudi Arabia, ruling out any imminent MLS switch or reunion with Messi.

Ronaldo-Messi Dream Link-Up? Inter Miami Tipped for Club World Cup Super Deal

Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
Potentially June–July 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo could join Inter Miami on a short-term deal for the FIFA Club World Cup, linking up with Lionel Messi.
With no contract extension yet agreed at Al-Nassr, Ronaldo is reportedly open to a brief U.S. stint before returning to Saudi Arabia. The move would allow the 40-year-old to feature in FIFA’s expanded 32-team Club World Cup hosted in the United States.

Argentina Dominate Without Messi — But Hope Remains for 2026 Return

Argentina National Team, Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025

Argentina booked their 2026 World Cup ticket with dominant wins over Uruguay and Brazil — both without Lionel Messi.
Despite Messi’s absence due to an adductor injury, Argentina handed Brazil a historic 4-1 defeat and edged Uruguay 1-0, securing qualification. Coach Lionel Scaloni urged patience regarding Messi’s decision to play in 2026: “Let’s not drive him crazy with this.” Teammates like Julián Álvarez and Rodrigo De Paul made it clear they hope the GOAT returns: “With Messi, we might have scored more,” Álvarez said. De Paul added: “Our best version is always when No. 10 is on the pitch.”

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