With the help of a ton of Lionel Messi and/or Inter Miami CF supporters, the Chicago Fire FC set an attendance record today. A goalless draw, which was much more compelling than it sounds, was staged at Soldier Field, in front of 62,358. That is the highest ever attendance for a Fire home game, surpassing the October 2023 visit of Miami, where Messi was not healthy enough to … [Read more...] about Gregg Berhalter Explains Why Lionel Messi is the Greatest Player in the World
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Inter Miami CF at Chicago Fire FC Starting Lineup Predictions
It's hard to remember an early regular season Chicago Fire home game as highly anticipated as this one. Lionel Messi will finally play at Soldier Field as a member of Inter Miami CF. The Fire are hosting the G.O.A.T. and simply put, it's going to be a rocking crowd! It's also a match-up of two teams that currently hold playoff qualification position in the Eastern … [Read more...] about Inter Miami CF at Chicago Fire FC Starting Lineup Predictions
Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF (with Lionel Messi) Match Preview
Third time is a charm, right? The first two times that Inter Miami came to Chicago, during the Lionel Messi era, the superstar winger was too injured to play. This time, however, it appears that the Chicago Fire FC faithful will finally get to see the Argentinian galactico (fingers crossed!) Miami of course still have to get through tonight's Concacaf Champions Cup bout with … [Read more...] about Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF (with Lionel Messi) Match Preview
Raphael Varane in Talks to Join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami
Central defender Raphael Varane has seen his Manchester United contract expire, and he is now able to join any team as a free agent. It appears that Inter Miami CF, in Major League Soccer, could be the destination. Varane, who joined United from Real Madrid last summer, could join the likes of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets in south … [Read more...] about Raphael Varane in Talks to Join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami
Thierry Henry Rips Tottenham at FIFA The Best Awards
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry brought the spirit of the North London Derby to The FIFA Best Awards ceremony tonight. While accepting the FIFA Best Men’s Player on behalf of Lionel Messi, he threw in a dig the Gunners' local rivals, Tottenham Hotspur. After accepting the award (as the Argentinian was not on hand in London on Monday night), Thierry Henry made a joke at the … [Read more...] about Thierry Henry Rips Tottenham at FIFA The Best Awards
Did Barcelona overpay for Lionel Messi?
Argentine superstar Lionel Messi has signed a new contract with Barcelona, the club announced on Monday. While Barcelona did not officially announce details of the new contract, unconfirmed reports say that Lionel Messi will be paid 20 million euros per season, and that his new contract will keep him with Barcelona through the 2018 season. … [Read more...] about Did Barcelona overpay for Lionel Messi?
Alex Morgan supports Barca, Lionel Messi (photo and video)
After the jump, you can see a photo of USA women's soccer player Alex Morgan with a Barça jersey. And a video interview. She also expressed her support on the FC Barcelona website: The star of Team USA has been visiting the club, which she says are her favourite team, because “they do magic on the field. I’m so happy to see them get as many trophies as they have” … [Read more...] about Alex Morgan supports Barca, Lionel Messi (photo and video)
Spain Wins Their First World Cup Ever; Plus Post-World Cup Awards
It wasn't always the beautiful game, but the best team came out victorious as Spain defeated the Netherlands 1-0 Sunday to win its first ever World Cup trophy. Andres Iniesta got the crucial goal for the Spanish in extra time, just four minutes away from a penalty shootout. The midfielder smashed home a close range half-volley after being put through by Cesc Fabregas- it was … [Read more...] about Spain Wins Their First World Cup Ever; Plus Post-World Cup Awards
