Red Bull New York academy product Julian Hall became the youngest player in MLS history to score a hat trick at 18 years and 50 days old, passing Ricardo Pepi’s previous mark of 18 years and 196 days. Hall now has nine goals and two assists this season, emerging as a major bright spot for a Red Bulls team that has found new life under first-year head coach Michael Bradley.
Cavan Sullivan’s first MLS league goal is another milestone in one of American soccer’s most-watched young careers. The 16-year-old Philadelphia Union standout helped spark a late rally against Orlando City SC, adding to a resume that already includes a pro contract at 14 and two CONCACAF Champions Cup goals earlier this year against Defence Force F.C. Despite his efforts, the Union suffered a heartbreaking 4-3 defeat.
Kylian Mbappe’s dream move to Real Madrid has quickly hit a rocky patch, leading to intense speculation regarding his long-term future in the Spanish capital. Finance experts have now revealed the eye-watering figures required to sign the Frenchman, suggesting only a few destinations on earth could facilitate such a deal.
Lionel Messi is set to make a league record $28.3 million this year, more than all but two MLS clubs' total payroll, the MLSPA revealed in its release of salary data Tuesday afternoon. The Inter Miami star's intake has increased nearly 40 percent since last year. Other top earners included LAFC's Son Heung-Min, Miami's Rodrigo De Paul, and San Diego's Chucky Lozano.
The full extent of Lionel Messi’s financial impact on Major League Soccer has been laid bare following the latest release of official salary data. While the Argentine superstar continues to dominate on the pitch for Inter Miami, the figures confirm he remains in a league of his own when it comes to compensation in North America.
Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami team-mate Sergio Reguilon is preparing to pay a massive $135,000 to fly his beloved pet dog to Florida on a private jet. The former Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid defender, who joined the 2025 MLS champions in January, is determined to reunite with his furry companion in the United States, valuing his pet above all else.
Former France defender Frank Leboeuf has harshly criticised Cristiano Ronaldo, insisting that an impending Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr cannot match Lionel Messi's transformative impact at Inter Miami. The pundit claims heavy club investments, rather than individual brilliance, are truly responsible for any Middle Eastern silverware the Portuguese veteran secures.
James Rodriguez says he has no intention of retiring after representing Colombia at this summer's World Cup. Reports had said that the veteran midfielder would call it quits after the upcoming tournament, but Rodriguez, who started the MLS season with Minnesota United on a short-term deal, says he expects to play on.
Lionel Messi has thrown his weight behind former team-mate Neymar, insisting the Santos superstar "deserves" to be part of Brazil's World Cup squad despite his recent struggles with injury. The Inter Miami captain described his close friend as a "very special" talent who remains one of the finest players on the planet.
Robert Lewandowski has admitted that he would consider a spell in the "lower leagues" if he leaves Barcelona this summer. The Polish striker, who celebrated winning his second successive La Liga title with Barca on Sunday, has been linked with a move to MLS when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Lionel Messi has shared an emotional message of congratulations after watching his former club Barcelona secure back-to-back La Liga titles in historic fashion. The Argentine legend was among the first to react as the Blaugrana dismantled Real Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou to move into an unassailable lead at the top of the table.
Lionel Messi continues to rewrite the record books in North America, producing a masterclass to lead Inter Miami to a 4-2 victory over Toronto FC. The Argentine icon was at the heart of everything once again, ensuring the capacity crowd at BMO Field witnessed a historic piece of individual brilliance.
Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul put on a clinic as Inter Miami brushed aside Toronto FC in a 4-2 victory on Saturday. The Argentine icon used the trip to Canada to rewrite the record books yet again, prompting his manager to demand more respect for a player who remains in a league of his own.
James Rodriguez's brief, underwhelming spell with Minnesota United appears to be nearing an abrupt end. Apple TV's Michele Giannone and The Athletic reported that the Colombian star will leave next week to join his national team for the World Cup and is not expected to return after the tournament. The midfielder has made just four league appearances for the club.
Lionel Messi has officially weighed in on the meteoric rise of Lamine Yamal, naming the Barcelona teenager as his natural successor. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner believes the La Masia graduate is already operating at a level that puts him above the rest of the pack in world football.
Antonio Cassano has revealed Lionel Messi's retirement timeline after meeting the Argentina icon in Florida. Despite approaching his 39th birthday, the Inter Miami superstar appears to have no immediate intention of hanging up his boots as he eyes further success in MLS and potentially on the international stage.
Luis Suarez has opened up on his decision to sign a contract extension with Inter Miami, revealing that his "burning desire" to compete remains as strong as ever despite being 39 years old. The Uruguayan legend, who remains a focal point of the Herons' attack alongside Lionel Messi, also addressed the tactical shifts that saw him briefly lose his starting spot under former coach Javier Mascherano.
The prospect of Neymar joining his former Barcelona team-mates in Major League Soccer is heating up as the Brazilian superstar considers his next move away from Santos. While a reunion with Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez at Inter Miami remains a romantic possibility, the playmaker is also being linked with a surprise switch to Ohio.
Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has revealed that the Catalan giants narrowly avoided losing Lionel Messi in a world-record move shortly after Neymar's departure. The ex-Blaugrana chief claimed that an unnamed club was ready to trigger the Argentine's massive release clause using funds from the Middle East.
Lionel Messi made a splash in the Formula 1 paddock this weekend as the Inter Miami superstar and his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, attended the Miami Grand Prix. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner took a break from his MLS duties to rub shoulders with the world's fastest drivers in a star-studded afternoon at the Hard Rock Stadium circuit, meeting George Russell, Kimi Antonelli and Franco Colapinto.
Former Barcelona striker Maxi Lopez has shed light on the early years of Lionel Messi’s career, revealing that even a peak Ronaldinho conceded the teenager was the superior talent. Despite being the world's best player at the time, the Brazilian icon reportedly recognised that his young protégé was destined to reach even greater heights.
Lionel Messi has issued a scathing assessment of Inter Miami’s recent defensive collapse, branding their 4-3 defeat to rivals Orlando City as "unacceptable". The Argentine superstar was left fuming as the reigning MLS Cup holders squandered a dominant three-goal advantage at their new Nu Stadium, extending their winless run at the venue to four matches.