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Lionel Messi Buys Soccer Club, Ambitious Plans Laid Out

The 38-year-old superstar is seeking to leave his mark on the sport in more ways than one.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi buys football club in Barcelona

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi becomes new owner of Spanish third-tier club in Barcelona

Lionel Messi is now the owner of a club in Barcelona, the city where he made his name

The Independent UK

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Why Lionel Messi Is Being Sued in Multi-Million Dollar Case

Messi, the Argentine soccer federation and a shadowy, unnamed agent have all come under scrutiny.

Sports Illustrated

Three Factors That May Have Led Javier Mascherano to Quit Inter Miami

The defending MLS Cup champions became the third team to lose a coach in the first seven games of the 2026 season.

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe Becomes First Player in Champions League History to Reach Staggering Milestone

The Frenchman delivered greatest statistical seasons in Champions League history.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi accused of breaching $7 million contract by sitting out a Florida soccer friendly

Lionel Messi is being sued by a Miami-based event promoter, saying the international soccer icon violated terms of a $7 million contract by missing an exhibition match last year

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Watch Lionel Messi accidentally smash a photographer’s lens hood to smithereens with a stinging shot on goal

A sports photographer’s lens hood took the brunt of the impact when a shot on goal zipped past the post

Digital Camera World

Lamine Yamal makes promise to Barcelona fans after latest Champions League heartbreak

Barcelona were knocked out of the Champions League by Atletico Madrid on Tuesday

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi and Argentina FA ‘sued for fraud and breach of contract’

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi facing bombshell lawsuit for missing Argentina match

The football legend and the Argentina Football Association are being sued after Messi missed an international match last year

The Independent UK

Seven Potential Replacements for Javier Mascherano at Inter Miami—Ranked

Inter Miami are tasked with picking potentially the last club manager for Lionel Messi.

Sports Illustrated

What’s Next for Inter Miami, Lionel Messi After Javier Mascherano’s Stunning Exit?

The Herons must pick up the pieces of their floundering campaign without the Argentine on the touchline.

Sports Illustrated

Javier Mascherano resigns as manager of Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami

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Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami stunned as manager Javier Mascherano announces shock exit

Javier Mascherano has left Inter Miami after a little over a year in charge

The Guardian - US

Javier Mascherano resigns as Inter Miami manager months after winning MLS Cup

Mascherano coached one full season with his ex-Barcelona and Argentina teammate Lionel Messi in Miami

Sports Illustrated

Manager Javier Mascherano Departs Inter Miami, Messi’s ‘Footballing Dad’ Takes Over

Mascherano led the Herons to the 2025 MLS Cup title, the club’s first.

The Independent UK

In Miami, soccer balls are turned into one-of-a-kind art as World Cup nears

Lili Cantero, a Paraguayan artist, sees soccer as family

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MLS Power Rankings: LAFC Falter, Inter Miami Stagnate, Other Major Shifts From Matchday 7

It was a pivotal week in the MLS Power Rankings, as no undefeated teams remain following the Matchday 7 slate.

Sports Illustrated

Every Player to Score Five Goals in a Champions League Match

Only a select few players in history have ever achieved the feat.

Sports Illustrated

The Favorites to Win the 2026 Ballon d’Or—Ranked

The World Cup will surely have a huge bearing on this year’s Ballon d’Or winner.

Sports Illustrated

Inter Miami Report Card vs. Red Bull New York: Teenagers Punish the Herons

Lionel Messi set up Germán Berterame for a key goal, but the Herons were unable yet again to find a victory at their new home stadium.

Sports Illustrated

‘Complex’—Barcelona Director Reveals Truth Behind Lionel Messi Return Rumors

Barcelona’s presidential debate ended up centered around the club legend.

Sports Illustrated

MLS Predictions: USMNT Stars Clash, Inter Miami Look for First Win at New Stadium

Inter Miami look for a first win at their brand-new stadium after drawing Austin FC 2–2 in the stadium opener.

Sports Illustrated

Inter Miami vs. Red Bull New York: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Inter Miami opened Nu Stadium with a 2–2 draw against Austin FC, still seeking their first win at the new grounds.

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