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Inter Miami's Lionel Messi becomes highest paid player in MLS: Report

NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi's annualized compensation from his Major League Soccer (MLS) contract with Inter Miami is reported to be just over $20.4 million, making him the highest-paid player in the league by a significant margin.

The Times of India

Lionel Messi confirms he will not leave Inter Miami on loan

Lionel Messi confirms he won't go out on loan this winter, instead opting to spend the holidays with family. He has one goal and two assists in five MLS matches, and 11 goals and eight assists in 13 games across all comps.

The Hindu

Lionel Messi is easily MLS’ highest-paid player at $20.4 million annual compensation

Messi earns more than the entire payroll of all but three other MLS teams. He has the highest total compensation in MLS, followed by Toronto’s Lorenzo Insigne at $15.4 million and the Fire’s Xherdan Shaqiri at $8,153,000.

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Lionel Messi earns $20.4 million under contract with Major League Soccer's Inter Miami

Lionel Messi’s annualized compensation from his Major League Soccer contract with Inter Miami is just over $20.4 million

The Independent UK

Messi Says He Won’t Leave Inter Miami on Winter Loan Amid Barcelona Rumors

The Argentina star has been linked with a return move to Barcelona on loan during the MLS offseason.

Sports Illustrated

Ciara McCormack: the Canadian whistleblower turned soccer CEO

Four years after coming forward about systemic abuse in Canadian soccer, Ciara McCormack has become the first female co-owner and CEO of a League of Ireland club

The Guardian - US

Socceroos can thrive on Europe's big stages: Maty Ryan

Captain Maty Ryan believes his Socceroos have what it takes to thrive in the big leagues - if European clubs are prepared to take a chance on them.

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Fire need to make changes even if they reach MLS playoffs

What happened in their match against Charlotte is more proof that continuity isn’t the answer for the Fire.

Chicago Sun-Times

Exploring Oregon’s Unique Betting Opportunities: Beyond the Major Leagues

Hey there, sports enthusiasts and bettors! If you think 'Oregon sports betting' is limited to just the major leagues, think again. The Beaver State offers a unique and diverse range of betting opportunities that go well beyond the big names. In this ...

USA Today Sports Media Group

Is the cost of bringing Lionel Messi to MLS falling on fans?

The profile of Inter Miami – and the league itself – have been boosted by the Argentinian’s arrival. But it’s led to an increase in prices for some

The Guardian - US

Decision day: how playoff battle shapes up in NWSL’s final round

National Women’s Soccer League’s 11th regular season concludes on Sunday and there is a lot riding on every fixture

The Guardian - UK

Wayne Rooney, Birmingham City and the key Atlantic crossing

In today’s Football Daily: Garry Cook returns, plus Turkish publicity and more

The Guardian - UK

Wayne Rooney’s MLS exit was predictable. What comes next is not

The former England striker’s DC United tenure was mostly a failure. But learning his craft away from the spotlight has allowed him to develop at his own pace

The Guardian - US

Wayne Rooney set to take charge at Birmingham after Eustace is sacked

Wayne Rooney is poised for a swift return to management at Birmingham City after the club sacked John Eustace from his post

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Chicago Sun-Times

Lionel Messi returns, but Inter Miami misses MLS playoffs after 1-0 loss to FC Cincinnati

Messi entered in the 55th minute and went scoreless for the fourth straight league game.

The Times of India

Wayne Rooney resigns as DC United head coach after missing playoffs

NEW DELHI: The former England international footballer, Wayne Rooney, has stepped down as the head coach of Major League Soccer's DC United following the team's failure to clinch a playoff spot. The decision to part ways was described as "mutually agreed" in a statement issued by the club.

The Times of India

FC Cincinnati edge out Inter Miami 1-0, ending Messi and Miami's playoff hopes

NEW DELHI: FC Cincinnati prevailed 1-0 against Inter Miami on Sunday, sealing their status as one of the league's dominant forces this season. The match saw the eagerly awaited return of global football icon Lionel Messi, but it was ultimately FC Cincinnati who emerged victorious.

Chicago Sun-Times

Fire know winning the best way to lure back fans from record crowd

To truly build off Wednesday and turn many of the night’s customers into fans, postseason bids cannot be a rare occurrence for the Fire.

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi may play Saturday, Inter Miami hints in social media post

Lionel Messi’s absence from Inter Miami’s lineup may be over

Salon

8 biggest revelations from "Beckham" doc

The four-part series spotlights the world-famous athlete's professional football career and life with his Posh wife

Evening Standard

Zlatan Ibrahimovic questions footballers finishing career in Saudi Arabia

Veteran striker reveals Pro League offers but wanted to go out on the “big stage”

The Times of India

New England Revolution aim to secure home field advantage in clash with Columbus Crew

NEW DELHI: The New England Revolution are determined to secure home-field advantage as they host the Columbus Crew on Wednesday. With the only unbeaten home record in MLS, the Revolution (14-6-10, 52 points) currently sit in third place in the Eastern Conference. They are just two points behind second-place Orlando…

Chicago Sun-Times

Lionel Messi’s status for Inter Miami match vs. Fire still unclear

Messi has missed four of Inter Miami’s last five matches, plus another for Argentina, over the last month. The Fire are offering discounts for 2024 season tickets to fans attending Wednesday’s match, regardless of whether Messi plays.

Chicago Sun-Times

Lionel Messi can boost the Fire, even if he doesn’t play at Soldier Field

Messi joining MLS has been a boon for the league and could lead to looser roster rules that could help the Fire capitalize on Joe Mansueto’s wealth.

Chicago Sun-Times

Despite his absence, Lionel Messi keeps hold on American fans

But an injury puts an appearance at Soldier Field next week in doubt.

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