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Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham has penned a heartfelt message for Lionel Messi after the Argentine GOAT shut down speculation about his future by signing a new three-year contract with the MLS outfit. The forward has shown no signs of slowing down despite turning 38 in June and has already racked up a sensational 39 goals in 44 matches while setting up 19 more to inspire the Herons to an assured playoff spot.

Lionel Messi scored two goals, and Inter Miami took advantage of an admittedly sloppy Nashville SC to earn a 3-1 win and take a 1-0 lead in the first round of their MLS playoff series. The Argentine was short of his best, but opportunistic at the right moments, and the Herons' only real gripe can be that they didn't keep a clean sheet in their pursuit of an evasive MLS Cup.

Lionel Messi this week signed a three-year extension to stay with Inter Miami through 2028, and the Argentine says a major factor was the lifestyle in Florida. In addition to his family enjoying living in Miami, Messi told NBC Nightly News that he evaluated his mental and physical health and ultimately, the decision to remain in MLS was "easy."

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Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano has confirmed that Lionel Messi will be available for Friday’s MLS Cup Playoffs opener against Nashville SC, easing concerns after the Argentine missed training earlier in the week with a back injury. Mascherano said Messi returned to full training on Wednesday and Thursday, clearing him to feature at Chase Stadium.

Hirving “Chucky” Lozano, one of San Diego FC’s brightest stars in the 2025 MLS season, was a surprise omission from the lineup in the club’s recent Matchday 34 clash against the Portland Timbers. What first appeared to be a tactical decision by head coach Mikey Varas now seems to stem from a deeper disciplinary issue, according to reports.

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Major League Soccer has announced the finalists for its 2025 Year-End Awards, with Lionel Messi headlining a five-player shortlist for the Landon Donovan MLS MVP award. Bradley Carnell, Jesper Sørensen, and Mikey Varas are finalists for the Sigi Schmid MLS Coach of the Year honor, with winners to be revealed during the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs.

Major League Soccer announced its top 10 player jersey sales for 2025, with Lionel Messi leading the rankings for a third straight year. Newcomers Son Heung-min, Hirving “Chucky” Lozano, and Marco Reus joined MLS veterans such as Jordan Morris and Darlington Nagbe among the top sellers - a blend of global stars and established domestic names.

Messi extended his deal with Miami, which will surely be a boost for the club and league - but what does it mean for him?

MLS announced comprehensive viewership and engagement data Thursday morning, highlighting a nearly 30 percent increase across linear and streaming platforms for the 2025 season. This year, the league averaged 3.7 million live viewers per match week across its various channels, including Apple TV, FOX Sports, and others. This is the first time that the league has revealed specific viewing data to the media.

The 38-year-old's three-year extension is invaluable for the club and league, but also the sport at large - especially in the U.S.

Lionel Messi agreed to a contract extension with Inter Miami through 2028, the club announced Thursday, ending months of speculation over the Argentina superstar's future. It's a significant boost for both club and MLS, whose profiles have grown dramatically since his arrival in 2023. Messi, the 2024 league MVP, is the favorite to repeat this season.

David Beckham has shared images of the heartwarming moment in which his mother met Inter Miami and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi for the first time. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner has been in the United States since 2023, with a stunning move being made to South Florida, but he has only just rubbed shoulders with members of Beckham’s immediate family.