1. Division Overview

Lionel Messi’s return to the Inter Miami starting lineup turned into a nightmare as the Argentine icon missed his third consecutive penalty in a comprehensive 4-1 defeat to Nashville SC. The Herons were systematically dismantled at Geodis Park, failing to reclaim the top spot in the Eastern Conference on a night where nothing went right for the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner.

The Scottish FA is closing in on a new head coach to lead the national team into a fresh era following the departure of Steve Clarke. Former West Bromwich Albion defender Sebastien Pocognoli has emerged as the leading candidate to take the reins at Hampden Park.

Andy Robertson is fully deserving of the “remarkable achievement” that sees him poised to overtake Kenny Dalglish as the most-capped Scotland international of all-time, Colin Hendry has told GOAL. The former Liverpool defender, who is now on the books at Tottenham, is five appearances away from matching a fellow countryman that remains a legend at Anfield.

Toby Alderweireld has tipped former Belgium team-mate and Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany to become FIFA president in the future. The former defender believes the game urgently needs a true football figure to protect traditions and keep commercial interests in check.