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DARK SECRETS: 4 - The Real Truth

Inter Miami’s journey to MLS Cup has been methodical, and Messi-centered

Ever since the club’s very beginning, David Beckham and Jorge Mas have had moments like this Saturday in mind

The Guardian - US · Dec 5, 2025

Lionel Messi Surprised by U.S., Canada Soccer Boom Ahead of ‘Special’ MLS Cup

The Argentine leads Inter Miami against Thomas Müller’s Vancouver Whitecaps in Saturday’s final.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 5, 2025

Garber distances MLS from USMNT success and raises stakes for Vancouver’s long-term home

Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber said ‘hard decisions’ may need to be made about the MLS Cup finalists Vancouver Whitecaps

The Guardian - US · Dec 5, 2025

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Why Lionel Messi vs. Thomas Muller Is the Biggest Opportunity in MLS Cup History

With television broadcasts and star power, the 2025 MLS Cup could break records on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 5, 2025

How Lionel Messi's Arrival Kickstarted Inter Miami’s MLS Cup Charge

Inter Miami take on Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday with MLS Cup on the line.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 4, 2025

Lionel Messi vs. Thomas Müller: Greatest Clashes Before 2025 MLS Cup Final—Ranked

Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller meet again as Inter Miami host Vancouver Whitecaps FC in MLS Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 4, 2025

Inter Miami vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: The Stars, Storylines, Previous History Ahead of 2025 MLS Cup Final

The 2025 MLS Cup final is plenty more than simply Lionel Messi vs. Thomas Müller.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 3, 2025

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Every Lionel Messi v Thomas Müller meeting, ranked from least to most consequential

Two major figures from the last 15 years of global soccer have largely met in big-game contexts. They’ll do so again in MLS Cup on Saturday

The Guardian - US · Dec 3, 2025

Thomas Muller Aims Sly Dig at Lionel Messi, Inter Miami Before MLS Cup

Müller explained why a clash with Messi is what everyone at MLS would have been hoping for.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 1, 2025

Why Inter Miami Are Hosting MLS Cup Final Despite Seeding Discrepancy

The 2025 MLS Cup final sees Thomas Müller's Vancouver Whitecaps visit Lionel Messi's Inter Miami.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 1, 2025

2025 MLS Cup Playoffs Statistics: Goals, Assists, Clean Sheets

An unlikely name leads all players in 2025 Major League Soccer postseason scoring.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 1, 2025

When and Where is the 2025 MLS Cup Final: Inter Miami vs. Vancouver Whitecaps

Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps meet for the just the fourth time ever on Dec. 6.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025

David Beckham Reacts to Inter Miami’s Historic MLS Cup Playoff Run

Lionel Messi and the Herons are just one win away from lifting the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025

Why Thomas Muller, Lionel Messi’s Latest Trophies Don’t Count Towards Incredible Records

Why Thomas Muller, Lionel Messi's Latest Trophy Does Not Count Towards Incredible Records

Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025

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Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025

Thomas Muller’s Cinderella Story Will End With Fairytale Final Against Lionel Messi

Vancouver Whitecaps advanced to MLS Cup for the first time in club history with a win over San Diego FC.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025

Inter Miami Set Three MLS Records in Eastern Conference Win

Inter Miami will play for MLS Cup when they host the final match on Dec. 6.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 30, 2025

Inter Miami Player Ratings vs. New York City FC: Messi Upstaged in Historic Result

Inter Miami picked up a 5–1 win against NYCFC to secure hosting rights for next week's MLS Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 29, 2025

Inter Miami vs. New York City FC: MLS Cup Eastern Conference Final–Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Miami on the cusp of qualifying for MLS Cup for the first time in club's history.

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Sports Illustrated · Nov 28, 2025

Thomas Muller Sends Warning to Lionel Messi Ahead of Potential MLS Cup Matchup

The Whitecaps face San Diego FC in the Western Conference final, hoping to reach an MLS Cup clash against either Inter Miami or New York City FC.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 28, 2025

San Diego FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps: Five Key Battles That Could Decide MLS Western Conference Final

Led by Thomas Müller, Vancouver Whitecaps FC are looking for their first-ever win against San Diego FC.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 27, 2025

Which Team Will Win MLS Cup? Every Conference Finalist—Ranked

Only New York City FC have won MLS Cup out of the remaining four teams.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 25, 2025

2025 MLS Cup Playoffs Conference Finals: Dates, Format, Teams

The new kings of MLS are close to being crowned.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 25, 2025

San Diego Near 27-Year MLS Record After Latest Exploits

The top two teams from the regular season will face off with a spot in MLS Cup on the line.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 24, 2025

MLS Eastern Conference Final: Teams, Date, Location

Lionel Messi looks to qualify for his first MLS Cup final.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 24, 2025

Road to World Cup 2026: USMNT’s Five Best Players of the Week—Ranked

From the biggest matches in the world to an MLS Cup playoff upset, it was a busy week for USMNT stars with their clubs.

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