Lionel Messi has some high expectations for Inter Miami for 2026. He'll aim to lead the Herons to consecutive MLS Cup titles during a season in which they'll be playing at their new Miami Freedom Park stadium.

A fan invaded the pitch and brought Messi down during Inter Miami's match in Puerto Rico, highlighting ongoing security issues after his bodyguard removal.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Since his celebrated arrival in South Florida two-and-a-half years ago, Lionel Messi has been the face of not only Inter Miami but also Major League Soccer and perhaps the U.S. soccer scene at large. Even in the twilight of his ...

© Rich Storry/Getty ImagesLionel Messi #10 of Inter Miami CF reacts in the medal ceremony. Despite turning 38 in June, Messi continued to rewrite the record books ...

Lionel Messi is still refusing to confirm his 2026 World Cup plans, with the all-time great leaving Argentina and the rest of a global audience guessing on whether he will form part of a global title defense from the reigning champions next summer.

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