US Open Cup news

Messi ruled OUT five days before the U.S. Open Cup final!

Lionel Messi has been ruled out of Inter Miami's next MLS clash on Sunday ahead of the Open Cup final on Wednesday!

‘No-one can copy his play’ – Who will replace injured Messi?

Lionel Messi is nursing an injury at Inter Miami, with Robert Taylor admitting “no-one can copy his play” as inspiration is sought from other sources.

Will Messi miss U.S. Open Cup final? Injury update

Lionel Messi is a doubt for the U.S. Open Cup final and will definitely sit out a MLS clash with Orlando City, says Inter Miami boss Tata Martino.

‘Messi is a phenomenon’ – Djokovic reveals details of meeting

Novak Djokovic says he talked “about everything” during his latest meeting with Lionel Messi and considers the Argentine to be “a phenomenon”.

Vazquez slammed for asking for Messi to sign his shirt

Cincinnati forward Brandon Vazquez has been heavily criticised for asking Lionel Messi to sign his shirt after U.S. Open Cup defeat.

🎥 | Messi claims two assists to inspire comeback

Lionel Messi assisted Leonardo Campana for both of his goals as more late drama saw Inter Miami book their place in the final of the U.S. Open Cup.

‘Absorb everything’ – What it’s like to play with Messi

Benjamin Cremaschi has explained what it is like to work alongside Lionel Messi, with Inter Miami players looking to “absorb everything”.

WATCH: USMNT star Vazquez asks Messi to sign his shirt

United States international Brandon Vazquez asked Lionel Messi to sign his shirt after seeing Inter Miami overcome FC Cincinnati in the U.S. Open Cup.

Campana reveals Messi's inspirational half-time speech

Leo Campana has spilled the beans on how Lionel Messi's inspirational team talk fired Inter Miami to victory in the US Open Cup.

Messi inspired Inter Miami in ‘super crack’ mode

Lionel Messi was in “super crack” mode for Inter Miami as he helped the club into the U.S. Open Cup final, says Tata Martino.

'Great night in pink' - Beckham congratulates Messi & Co.

David Beckham took to social media to congratulate Lionel Messi and Inter Miami after the MLS outfit secured their berth in the final of the US Open.

More Messi magic! Inter Miami win shootout to book another final place

Lionel Messi assisted two goals - and scored himself in the penalty shootout - to help Inter Miami reach the final of the U.S. Open Cup.

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NFL stars Burrow and Chase latest to show up for Messi show

NFL stars Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase came out to support FC Cincinnati - and watch Lionel Messi in the flesh - in the U.S. Open Cup semifinals.

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Messi's impact could see Miami teammates bound for USMNT

Lionel Messi's impact has reached further heights, with two of his Inter Miami team-mates set for their first USMNT call-up.

Houston vs Salt Lake: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between Houston and Salt Lake, as well as kick-off time and team news.

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Lamar Hunt: Legendary businessman who helped found MLS

GOAL looks at Lamar Hunt, a pivotal figure in U.S. sport who owned the Kansas City Chiefs and helped found MLS.

Cincinnati vs Inter Miami: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between Cincinnati and Inter Miami, as well as kick-off time and team news.

How do you stop Messi? Cincinnati coach reveals

FC Cincinnati head coach Pat Noonan revealed how he plans to stop in-form Lionel Messi in the US Open Cup semi-final.

How do you stop Messi? MLS rivals respond to ‘silly’ question

Lionel Messi is “the best player in the world” and there is no answer to the “silly” question of how to stop him, says FC Cincinnati’s head coach.

How many goals will Messi score for Inter Miami?

The Argentine superstar has started with a bang - recording three goals in two appearances - so how many will he end up with in total this season?

Exclusive: Why Chicharito has hope despite Galaxy struggles

The Mexican star sat down with GOAL to discuss his team's season, why he still has hope and what he wants to see from the next generation.

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ChatGPT picks the MLS all-time best XI 🤖

GOAL asked the AI to choose the best Major League Soccer team XI of all-time - from Chris Wondolowski to Josef Martinez, here's the results!

Colorado vs Salt Lake: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between Colorado and Salt Lake, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Austin vs Chicago Fire: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between Austin and Chicago, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Pittsburgh Riverhounds vs Columbus Crew: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between Pittsburgh and Columbus, as well as kick-off time and team news.

WATCH: Chiellini calls Puig a 'clown'

Giorgio Chiellini was not impressed by Riqui Puig's Lionel Messi-inspired celebration on Tuesday night.

🎥 | Puig scores Messi-like goal & copies celebration

LA Galaxy star Riqui Puig embraced his inner Lionel Messi with a goal and celebration against rivals LAFC.

Houston Dynamo vs Minnesota United: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between Houston and Minnesota, as well as kick-off time and team news.

Inter Miami vs Nashville: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between Inter Miami and Nashville, as well as kick-off time and team news.

New York Red Bulls vs Cincinnati: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the US Open Cup match between New York and Cincinnati, as well as kick-off time and team news.

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