Lionel Messi was supposed to enjoy a celebratory evening at Nu Stadium, as he marked his 100th official appearance for Inter Miami with a goal that reminded the world why he remains the most clinical forward in the game. However, the legendary Argentine was left stunned as the Herons suffered a catastrophic defensive collapse to lose the Florida Derby 4-3.

Inter Miami threw away a 3-0 lead against Orlando City in a quite remarkable collapse against their Florida rivals, losing 4-3 and continuing their winless streak at Nu Stadium. Lionel Messi had a goal and two assists, but it was Miami's defense that was called into question, with countless lapses seeing them drop points at home for the fourth straight game.

Alpine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto has fulfilled a lifelong ambition after enjoying a private meeting with his sporting idol Lionel Messi ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. The encounter at Inter Miami's training ground served as a reciprocal gesture following the young driver’s decision to gift the legendary footballer a signed race helmet last year.

Munir El Haddadi has revisited a humorous yet awkward initiation during his early days at Barcelona, where he was tricked by senior stars into an embarrassing confrontation with Lionel Messi. The former academy graduate was led into a classic dressing room prank involving the legendary 'MSN' trio that left him red-faced in front of the world's best players.

Inter Miami and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi has officially introduced himself to the UE Cornella staff and playing squad following his landmark acquisition of the Catalan outfit. The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner reached out via an emotional video message to outline his vision for the club's future.