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Messi two wins away from MLS Cup after routing FC Cincinnati

Lionel Messi is one step closer to lifting his first MLS Cup after scoring once and assisting three to power Inter Miami past FC Cincinnati in a dominant 4-0 win that booked their place in the Eastern Conference finals. The Argentine was outstanding throughout, while Tadeo Allende added a brace as Miami snapped a three-year winless run at TQL Stadium.

FC Cincinnati v Inter Miami FC - 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs: Conference Semifinal

WATCH: Messi scores stunner as Miami lead against Cincinnati

Lionel Messi extended his remarkable scoring streak in the MLS Cup Playoffs, netting his ninth goal in seven matches to give Inter Miami a 1-0 lead over FC Cincinnati in the Eastern Conference semifinal. The Argentine legend struck in the 18th minute, showcasing his aerial ability as he rose to meet a pinpoint cross from young winger Mateo Silvetti, silencing the packed crowd inside TQL Stadium.

Inter Miami CF v Nashville SC - 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs

Miami's Mascherano insists 'eliminación' isn’t in his vocabulary

Inter Miami head into Sunday’s Eastern Conference semifinal against FC Cincinnati with confidence and conviction. Javier Mascherano insists “eliminación” isn’t in his vocabulary as his team chases the first conference final in club history, backed by a full week of preparation and key players returning in rhythm. The Herons travel to Cincinnati to take on The Orange and Blue at TQL Stadium.

MLS Rondo: Are Messi, Miami facing another playoff exit?

The Conference semifinals are set to serve up plenty of drama this weekend, with Inter Miami hoping to stay alive.

'Much to be grateful for' - Robinson's fight back to the USMNT

Robinson spoke to GOAL about his USMNT comeback, his life in Cincinnati, and the bigger questions shaping the way he sees the world.

USMNT x MLS: Freese’s NYCFC make statement as title contenders

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including Freese's NYCFC making their case as a contender.

USMNT x MLS: Arfsten's Crew send message to Robinson's FCC

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including Arfsten elevating his game to lead the Crew

Lionel Messi, Son Heung-Min MLS Playoffs

MLS Rondo: Messi, Miami on the brink while Son and LAFC peak

Five first-round series will come down to a decisive third game, including Messi and Miami being on the brink of another shock exit

USMNT x MLS: Vancouver's Berhalter, NYCFC's Freese shine

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including Freese helping NYCFC seal narrow playoff win

Tifos are bold, brash and ultimate expression of MLS culture

Tifos are woven into the fan experience for MLS, allowing authentic expression and breathing new life into old rivalries

Lionel Messi, Thomas Muller, Kevin Denkey, Son Heung-Min

MLS Rondo: Who will make deeper run - Messi, Muller, Son?

MLS playoffs should be dramatic, with superstars such as Messi, Son and Thomas Muller headlining, but other contenders to watch

USMNT x MLS: Robinson shines, FC Cincinnati seal second seed

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including Robinson helping Cincinnati secure a strong playoff seed

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How MLS clubs are using sports science to boost performance

Sports science is a point of emphasis for MLS clubs, and it is helping teams overcome the rigors of a hectic season

USMNT x MLS: Luna keeps RSL alive, Ream's Charlotte humbled

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including Luna's excellent playmaking performance

USMNT x MLS: McGlynn continues stellar campaign

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in MLS, including another top showing from McGlynn

MLS transfers winners, losers: LAFC get Son, RBNY miss Werner

GOAL looks at which teams got better and which left a lot to be desired this summer

Power Rankings: Messi brings Miami to life, East to go to wire

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 30 teams across Major League Soccer

Power Rankings: Messi-less Miami fall, Zaha back to best

Who's hot, who's not? GOAL ranks all 30 teams across Major League Soccer

América, Chivas, Cruz Azul and Monterrey out of Leagues Cup

Liga MX loses four of its top contenders, while reigning champion Toluca already secured qualification

Lalas criticizes Brazil's reluctance to select MLS's Evander

Lalas expressed frustration over the FC Cincinnati star's continued exclusion from the Seleção, suggesting he faces an uphill climb

Messi, Almada, and MLS's top-10 DP signings of past five years

GOAL takes a look at the 10 most successful Designated Player signings over the past five years in Major League Soccer

America v Tijuana - Torneo Clausura 2025 Liga MX

FIFA, CONCACAF condemn death threats towards referee

Multiple organizations have offered support to a Mexican referee after she was threatened on social media

Leagues Cup: What América, Chivas and Cruz Azul need to advance

So far, it’s been a disappointing tournament for Liga MX’s biggest clubs.

Monterrey v Atlas - Torneo Apertura 2025 Liga MX

'One loss punishes you' - Torrent criticizes Leagues Cup format

The Spanish defender addressed Rayados fans after a rough start to the tournament as Liga MX sides continue to stumble in tournament

Sam Surridge, Hany Mukhtar, Anders Dreyer, Evander

How MLS resurrected nomadic careers of several All-Stars

As All-Star selections proved, MLS provides an ideal environment for Europeans in mid-20s to discover their best soccer

Whitecaps reportedly come to terms with Muller, FCC for his rights

VWFC have reportedly secured a deal with FC Cincinnati for the Discovery Rights of Muller as well, setting up the transfer if all goes to plan

Frequently asked questions

: Die Associazione Calcio Milan, kurz AC Milan, wurde im Dezember 1899 als Mailänder Fußball- und Cricketklub (Milan Cricket and Football Club) gegründet.
: Milan gehört seit 2022 mehrheitlich der US-Investmentfirma RedBird Capital Partners. Für rund 1,2 Milliarden Dollar übernahm die Gruppe den Verein.
: Die Heimspielstätte der AC Milan ist das Giuseppe-Meazza-Stadion, auch oft San Siro genannt. Der Verein teilt sich die Arena mit dem Stadtrivalen Inter Mailand.
: Das San Siro fasst satte 75.817 Fans, womit es eines der größten Fußballstadien Europas ist.
: Auch an der Titelfront ist Milan im europäischen Vergleich ganz vorne mit dabei. Insgesamt hat der Verein rund 50 Trophäen eingesackt, darunter alleine siebenmal die Champions League. Nur Real Madrid hat die Königsklasse häufiger gewonnen (15-mal).
: Auch auf nationaler Ebene ist die AC über die Jahre extrem erfolgreich gewesen. Nur wenige italienische Klubs haben mehr Titel eingefahren als die 19 Meisterschaften und fünf Coppa Italia von Mailand.
: Rekordspieler der AC Milan Paolo Maldini. Die Vereinslegende stand 901-mal für die Rossoneri auf dem Feld, führte sein Team dabei unter anderem zu fünf CL-Titeln, sieben Meisterschaften und dem Gewinn des italienischen Pokals.
: Bester Torschütze ist der Schwede Gunnar Nordahl. Er erzielte zwischen 1949 und 1956 ganze 214 Tore in nur 262 Spielen. Zweiter ist Andriy Shevchenko mit 175 Buden.
: Es haben vermutlich mehr Legenden für Milan gespielt, als hier aufgezählt werden könnten. Hier eine Auswahl: Paolo Maldini, Franco Baresi, Gianni Rivera, Marco van Basten, Ruud Gullit, Andriy Shevchenko, Kaka, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Andrea Pirlo, Clarence Seedorf oder Alessandro Nesta.
: Die erfolgreichsten Trainer für Mailand waren Nereo Rocco, Arrigo Sacchi, Fabio Capello und Carlo Ancelotti. Unter allen vieren konnte der Verein sowohl die Meisterschaft als auch die Königsklasse gewinnen - in den meisten Fällen jeweils mehrfach.
: Die gängigsten Spitznamen der AC Milan sind "I Rossoneri" ("die Rot-Schwarzen"), sowie "Il Diavolo" ("der Teufel").

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