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Luis Suárez to play another season with Inter Miami alongside Lionel Messi

Inter Miami has seen a bit of roster shuffling since the end of the season, with veterans Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets retiring. The club’s roster for next season continued taking shape last week.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates with forward Luis Suárez (9) after beating FC Cincinnati during the MLS soccer’s Eastern Conference semifinal Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tanner Pearson)

Indian fans vandalize stadium chairs as they run on to the field after failing to get a glimpse of Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi at the Salt Lake Stadium, in Kolkata, India, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Bikas Das)

Messi’s tour of India gets off to chaotic start as angry fans storm field

Inter Miami defender Ian Fray (17) gestures during the second half of the MLS Cup final soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Inter Miami extends defender Ian Fray’s contract through 2028-29 season

Inter Miami CF U-16 captain Nash Dearmin, left, presents Lionel Messi of Inter Miami with the 2025 Landon Donovan MLS MVP trophy at Chase Stadium on Tuesday in Fort Lauderdale. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Inter Miami’s Messi is MLS’ first back-to-back MVP winner

By Tim Reynolds

December 15, 2025 at 11:51 a.m.

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi is the unquestioned force in Major League Soccer right now, on...

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi lifts the MLS Cup trophy after beating the Vancouver Whitecaps at Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. (Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Messi, Inter Miami’s MLS Cup title ends one era, ushers in a more ambitious future

By The New York Times

December 8, 2025 at 11:30 a.m.

Inter Miami has successfully closed the door on the first chapter of its Messi era....

Lionel Messi of Inter Miami celebrates winning the MLS Cup Saturday at Chase Stadium . (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)

Hyde: Messi’s career didn’t need this title — but he showed how much it meant to him

By Dave Hyde

December 6, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

Inter Miami beats Vancouver as Messi wins the title to seal his grand MLS adventure...

Inter Miami midfielder Rodrigo de Paul (7) celebrates a goal with forward Lionel Messi (10) and defender Jordi Alba (18) during the second half of the MLS Cup final soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Messi’s two late-game assists carry Inter Miami to MLS Cup championship

By Associated Press

December 6, 2025 at 6:36 p.m.

Inter Miami survived a Vancouver blast that hit both goalposts.

Vancouver Whitecaps head coach Jesper Sorensen walks past the MLS cup trophy as he leaves after a news conference Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., ahead of Saturday’s of the MLS Cup soccer match against Inter Miami. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via

The Whitecaps have had success against Miami, so they’re hoping the MLS Cup is no different

By Associated Press

December 5, 2025 at 2:34 p.m.

Vancouver has already bested Inter Miami in a big competition this year, so the Whitecaps...

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi works out during a training session, Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., ahead of Saturday’s of the MLS Cup soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps. (Darryl Dyck/The Canadian Press via AP)

Lionel Messi plays for another trophy in Inter Miami’s last game in Fort Lauderdale

By Tim Reynolds

December 5, 2025 at 11:35 a.m.

For Lionel Messi, the MLS Cup final on Saturday will represent some endings. And, quite...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) holds the trophy as Inter Miami players celebrate winning an MLS Eastern Conference final soccer match against New York City FC, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Thomas Müller and Lionel Messi set for showdown in MLS Cup final between Vancouver and Inter Miami

By Tim Reynolds

December 1, 2025 at 1:50 p.m.

Like Lionel Messi, Thomas Müller came to MLS seeking a title to add to the...

Tadeo Allende (21) of Inter Miami CF celebrates with teammates Lionel Messi (10) and Mateo Silvetti (24) after scoring his team's second goal during the Audi 2025 MLS Cup western conference final match between Inter Miami CF and New York City FC at Chase Stadium on Saturday in Fort Lauderdale. (Rich Storry/Getty Images)

Dave Hyde: Messi a step from MLS title after Inter Miami breezes in East final

By Dave Hyde

November 30, 2025 at 12:30 p.m.

Does Messi need to win a title to confirm his MLS adventure? Not at all....

Inter Miami forward Tadeo Allende celebrates after scoring the second goal against New York City FC during the first half of an MLS Eastern Conference final soccer match, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Tadeo Allende, the man helping Messi lead Inter Miami’s attack into the MLS Cup Final

By Associated Press

December 1, 2025 at 10:47 a.m.

Tadeo Allende is a 26-year-old Argentine player only at Inter Miami for one year on...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) gets beat out for a header by New York City FC defender Raul Gustavo during the first half of Inte Miami's 5-1 win in the Eastern Conference final. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Allende hat trick carries Inter Miami to MLS Cup final with 5-1 win over NYCFC

By Associated Press

November 29, 2025 at 9:14 p.m.

Inter Miami — the No. 3 seed in the East — will play host to...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) scores as FC Cincinnati goalkeeper Roman Celentano, third from left, tries to defend during the first half of MLS soccer’s Eastern Conference semifinal Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Tanner Pearson)

Messi’s goal, 3 assists power Inter Miami past FC Cincinnati 4-0, into 1st Eastern Conference final

By Associated Press

November 23, 2025 at 11:12 p.m.

Lionel Messi had a goal and three assists and Tadeo Allende scored twice.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, left, celebrates with forward Mateo Silvetti, right, after scoring during the first half of Game 3 in the first round of MLS soccer’s Western Conference playoffs against Nashville SC in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Nov. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

Lionel Messi, Inter Miami’s first MLS regular-season match announced for new stadium

By Associated Press

November 20, 2025 at 5:27 p.m.

Inter Miami will open the season with five consecutive road matches, which presumably will allow...

Argentina's Lionel Messi waves during a training session with the national team ahead of an international friendly soccer match against Angola in Elche, Spain, on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Alberto Saiz)

Messi and Martinez shine as Argentina beats Angola in Luanda friendly

By Associated Press

November 17, 2025 at 11:45 a.m.

Angola reportedly paid $12 million to attract world champion Argentina to the 50th anniversary of...

San Diego FC forward Amahl Pellegrino, center, wears a Mexican wrestling mask as he celebrates with fans after San Diego FC defeated the Portland Timbers 4-0 in Game 3 in the first round of MLS soccer’s Western Conference playoffs Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

MLS owners vote to shift soccer season to a summer-to-spring calendar in 2027

By Associated Press

November 14, 2025 at 4:59 p.m.

Major League Soccer owners voted Thursday to shift the league’s season to a summer-to-spring calendar...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, left, celebrates after scoring in front of Nashville SC midfielder Andy Najar, right, during the first half of Game 3 in the first round of MLS soccer’s Western Conference playoffs in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Nov. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

Apple TV to offer all MLS matches without extra subscription next year

By Associated Press

November 17, 2025 at 12:07 p.m.

During the first three years of MLS’ 10-year, $2.5 billion agreement with Apple, a standalone...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, top, celebrates with forward Mateo Silvetti, bottom, after scoring during the first half of Game 3 in the first round of MLS soccer’s Western Conference playoffs against Nashville SC in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Nov. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)

Messi leads Inter Miami to East semifinals with two goals, two assists

By Associated Press

November 9, 2025 at 5:39 p.m.

Tadeo Allende scored a pair of goals about three minutes apart — both set up...

FILE – Inter Miami head coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino waves as he arrives for an MLS playoff soccer match against Atlanta United, Oct. 25, 2024, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, File)

A year after leaving Inter Miami and Messi, Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino named Atlanta United coach

By Associated Press

November 10, 2025 at 11:11 a.m.

Martino cited personal reasons for leaving Inter Miami after just one season. He has won...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after scoring a goal during the second half of match one of an MLS playoff opening round soccer match against the Nashville SC, Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi tells business conference that he’s not focused on legacy yet

By Associated Press

November 10, 2025 at 11:09 a.m.

Messi spoke on the same day that Inter Miami announced that its new stadium near...

Sir David Beckham after he was made a Knight Bachelor at an investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England, on Nov. 4, 2025. (Andrew Matthews/Pool Photo via AP)

Inter Miami’s David Beckham is now a knight: Here’s what that means

By The New York Times

November 24, 2025 at 3:43 p.m.

Who else bears the exalted title of knight? A few thousand folks, some of whom...

Sir David Beckham is made a Knight Bachelor by Britain’s King Charles III during an Investiture ceremony at Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. (Jonathan Brady/PA via AP)

Bend a knee like Beckham: Inter Miami co-owner is knighted by King Charles III

By Associated Press

November 5, 2025 at 1:43 p.m.

The 50-year-old was knighted for his services to sport and charity, having partnered with UNICEF,...

Nashville SC midfielder Alex Muyl, left, and Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, right, battle for the ball during the first half of Game 2 in the first round of MLS soccer Eastern Conference playoff Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Nashville staves off MLS Cup elimination, evening series with Messi, Inter Miami

By Associated Press

November 2, 2025 at 1:49 a.m.

Inter Miami made things interesting late as Lionel Messi scored his sixth goal in three...

FILR – Inter Miami midfielder Yannick Bright controls the ball during the first half of an MLS soccer match against the Seattle Sounders, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky,File)

Yannick Bright signs three-year extension with Inter Miami, with club option for 2029

By Associated Press

October 28, 2025 at 5:44 p.m.

Midfielder Yannick Bright has signed a three-year extension with Inter Miami, a deal that could...

MLS Commissioner Don Garber presents the Golden Boot award to Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi before match one of their MLS playoff opening round soccer match against the Nashville SC, Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)

Messi gets trophy, then has two goals to lift Inter Miami past Nashville 3-1 in playoff opener

By Associated Press

October 24, 2025 at 10:41 p.m.

Messi opened the scoring with a diving header in the first half, then capped the...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi reacts after scoring a goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against Atlanta United, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami complete new contract to keep him through 2026 at least

By Associated Press

October 23, 2025 at 1:25 p.m.

Lionel Messi has finally agreed to a new contract with Inter Miami, a deal that...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) dribbles up the field as Nashville SC midfielder Edvard Tagseth (20) defends during the first half of a MLS soccer match Saturday, Oct. 28, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/John Amis)

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi gets hat trick, Golden Boot and playoff schedule

By Associated Press

October 20, 2025 at 10:29 a.m.

The Argentine superstar passed up an easy fourth goal to set up teammate Telasco Segovia.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) runs with the ball as Atlanta United midfielder Steven Alzate (7) defends during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Lionel Messi scores twice, adds assist in Inter Miami’s 4-0 victory over Atlanta United

By Associated Press

October 11, 2025 at 10:31 p.m.

Inter Miami clinched home-field advantage in the first round of the playoffs.

Inter Miami defender Jordi Alba, who has announced his retirement, speaks with the media at the MLS soccer team’s facility, Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Jordi Alba’s unexpected decision: He sheds light on why he’s retiring after this MLS season

By Tim Reynolds

October 10, 2025 at 5:25 p.m.

Inter Miami will pay tribute to Alba on Saturday night, after the team’s match against...

Military personnel in uniform, with the Texas National Guard patch on, are seen at the U.S. Army Reserve Center, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in Elwood, Ill., a suburb of Chicago. (AP Photo/Laura Bargfeld)

Argentina-Puerto Rico soccer match moved from Chicago to Fort Lauderdale amid immigration crackdown

By Associated Press

October 13, 2025 at 1:41 p.m.

A soccer match between Argentina and Puerto Rico, originally scheduled in Chicago, was relocated to...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, left, celebrates with defender Jordi Alba, right, after scoring a goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against Seattle Sounders, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Jordi Alba announces retirement from pro soccer at end of Inter Miami’s 2025 playoff run

By Tim Reynolds

October 7, 2025 at 1:52 p.m.

Jordi Alba has announced that he will retire from professional soccer at the conclusion of...

Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski, right, celebrates with Lamine Yamal scoring his side’s 2nd goal during a Spanish La Liga soccer match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at the Lluis Companys Olympic Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Joan Monfort)

UEFA allows Barcelona in Miami and Milan in Australia but calls those overseas league games regrettable

By Associated Press

October 6, 2025 at 4:44 p.m.

Amid fierce opposition from fan groups across the continent, consent from the European soccer body...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) comes under pressure from New England Revolution defender Brayan Ceballos (3) during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Allende, Alba and Messi help Miami beat Revolution 4-1

By Associated Press

October 4, 2025 at 10:18 p.m.

Miami (17-7-8) is third in the Eastern Conference with 59 points, three behind second-place Cincinnati...

Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, top, scores his side’s second goal during the Champions League opening phase soccer match between Monaco and Manchester City at the Louis II stadium in Monaco, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Philippe Magoni)

Haaland closes in on Messi’s Champions League record

By Associated Press

October 6, 2025 at 11:36 a.m.

Lionel Messi is the fastest player to reach 60 goals in European club soccer’s top...

Chicago Fire defender Jonathan Dean (24) scores his side's second goal against Inter Miami goalkeeper Oscar Ustari (19) on Tuesday in Fort Lauderdale. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Chicago Fire withstand Luis Suárez-led comeback to beat Inter Miami

By Associated Press

September 30, 2025 at 10:25 p.m.

The Chicago Fire jumped out to an early two-goal lead and withstood a furious second-half...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi takes a free kick against the Chicago Fire during an MLS soccer game on April 13, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Chicago Fire take shutout streak into matchup against Inter Miami

By Associated Press

September 29, 2025 at 12:49 p.m.

The teams match up Tuesday for the second time this season. Their last meeting ended...

Toronto FC’s Djordje Mihailovic (10) celebrates with Theo Corbeanu (7) after a goal against Inter Miami during the second half of a MLS soccer game, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Toronto. (Sammy Kogan/The Canadian Press via AP)

Mihailovic scores in 60th minute, Toronto forges 1-1 tie with Inter Miami

By Associated Press

September 27, 2025 at 7:32 p.m.

Tadeo Allende scored in first-half stoppage time for Miami, which had 10 goals in its...

Inter Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets defends against Charlotte FC midfielder Djibril Diani during an MLS soccer match on Sept. 13, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco)

Star midfielder Busquets to retire after career having Messi’s back in Barcelona and MLS

By Associated Press

September 29, 2025 at 1:13 p.m.

Sergio Busquets was a maestro in midfield, the one who recovered the ball, started attacks...

New York City FC defend a direct kick by Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) during the first half of a MLS soccer game, Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)

Lionel Messi scores two goals, Inter Miami clinch playoff spot

By Associated Press

September 24, 2025 at 10:34 p.m.

Five of Miami’s last six MLS matches have featured at least three goals.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) lifts defender Jordi Alba as he celebrates scoring his side’s second goal against D.C. United during the second half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Lionel Messi has two goals in Inter Miami win, takes MLS goal lead

By Associated Press

September 20, 2025 at 10:14 p.m.

Tadeo Allende notched his eighth goal — with an assist from Messi — in the...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi arrives for an MLS soccer match against the Seattle Sounders, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Messi stays silent on Inter Miami contract extension while attending 1v1 soccer finals

By Associated Press

September 24, 2025 at 11:56 a.m.

By ANDRES JAIME-MENDEZ MIAMI (AP) — Lionel Messi went to watch some soccer on Friday....

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, left, walks onto the field before an MLS soccer match against the Seattle Sounders, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami near deal to extend contract through at least 2026, AP source says

By Tim Reynolds

September 19, 2025 at 9:01 a.m.

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are reviewing the final details of a contract extension that...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi reacts after scoring a goal during the first half Tuesday against the Seattle Sounders in Fort Lauderdale. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Lionel Messi has goal and assist in Inter Miami’s win over Seattle Sounders

By Associated Press

September 16, 2025 at 10:22 p.m.

Lionel Messi had a goal and an assist as Inter Miami beat Seattle on Tuesday...

Will Inter Miami's Lionel Messi play on Tuesday night against the Seattle Sounders? (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Inter Miami hosts the Seattle Sounders in non-conference action

By Associated Press

September 15, 2025 at 3:50 p.m.

Inter Miami is 7-2-3 in home games. Miami ranks fourth in the league with 54...

Charlotte FC forward Idan Toklomati, center, celebrates his goal with defender Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty (2) and forward Kerwin Vargas (18) during the first half of an MLS soccer match against Inter Miami, Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Erik Verduzco)

Toklomati hat trick pushes Charlotte past Inter Miami for ninth straight win

By Associated Press

September 14, 2025 at 2:25 a.m.

Kristijan Kahlina denied Lionel Messi’s panenka attempt (a middle chip shot on a penalty kick)...

Inter Miami forward Luis Suárez, third from left, is separated from Seattle Sounders players and staff as Sounders midfielder Kalani Kossa-Rienzi, center right facing, holds a staff member back during a fight after the Sounders won the Leagues Cup final soccer match Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Inter Miami’s Luis Suárez suspended for six Leagues Cup matches after spitting incident

By Associated Press

September 5, 2025 at 4:54 p.m.

Suárez will not be able to play in the tournament next season, and the ban...

Seattle Sounders midfielder Obed Vargas, bottom left, lies on the ground after being pushed during an altercation against Inter Miami, including forward Luis Suárez and midfielder Sergio Busquets (5) after the Sounders won a Leagues Cup final soccer match Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Inter Miami’s Luis Suárez apologizes for on-field antics after Leagues Cup final loss to Seattle

By Associated Press

September 4, 2025 at 8:20 p.m.

Suárez — a longtime teammate of Inter Miami star Lionel Messi — appeared to spit...

Orlando City forward Ivan Angulo, left, defends against Inter Miami midfielder Benjamin Cremaschi (30) on Aug. 10 in Orlando. (AP Photo/Kevin Kolczynski)

US midfielder Benjamin Cremaschi loaned from Inter Miami to Parma

By Associated Press

September 2, 2025 at 1:49 p.m.

Cremaschi, the captain of the United States under-20 team, has made three appearances for the...

The Seattle Sounders lift the trophy as they celebrate beating Inter Miami in a Leagues Cup final soccer match Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Sounders blank Lionel Messi and Inter Miami 3-0 in Leagues Cup final

By Associated Press

September 1, 2025 at 12:05 a.m.

A postgame brawl broke out between the teams after Miami was shut out for the...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, third from left, scores a goal as Orlando City defender Robin Jansson, second from right, defends during the second half of a Leagues Cup semifinal soccer match, Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Lionel Messi scores twice as Inter Miami beats Orlando City 3-1 in Leagues Cup semis

By Associated Press

August 28, 2025 at 2:11 p.m.

Lionel Messi scored twice in his return and Inter Miami beat Orlando City 3-1 on...

Baltasar Rodríguez of Inter Miami CF celebrates after scoring vs. D.C. United at Audi Field on Saturday in Washington, DC. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Baltasar Rodríguez scores first MLS goal in Inter Miami’s tie with DC United

By Associated Press

August 23, 2025 at 10:16 p.m.

Baltasar Rodríguez scored his first career goal in MLS for Inter Miami in a tie...

Inter Miami forward Luis Suárez kicks a penalty for a goal during the first half of a Leagues Cup quarterfinal soccer match against Tigres UANL, Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Suarez scores twice, Messi-less Inter Miami top Tigres in Leagues Cup

By Associated Press

August 20, 2025 at 10:43 p.m.

A late header from Tigres’ Edgar Lopez ricocheted off both posts.

Larry Nance Jr. shoots against the Wizards on April 25, 2021, in Washington. (Nick Wass – The Associated Press)

Cavs forward Larry Nance Jr. debuts show on ties between NBA, soccer

By Associated Press

August 25, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

Many of basketball’s top stars, including ex-Heat stars LeBron James and Jimmy Butler, make no...

FILE – Inter Miami goalkeeper Drake Callender watches from the sideline as the team is introduced on the field before a CONCACAF Champions Cup soccer match, March 6, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky, file)

Inter Miami trades goalkeeper Drake Callender for general allocation money

By Associated Press

August 25, 2025 at 11:56 a.m.

Callender, 27, has barely played this season after suffering an injury during a U.S. national...

Inter Miami defender Jordi Alba (18) celebrates after scoring a goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against the Los Angeles Galaxy, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Messi, with another spectacular goal, vaults Inter Miami past LA Galaxy

By Associated Press

August 16, 2025 at 10:16 p.m.

Messi did not start the match, instead coming on at the beginning of the second...

FILE – Franco Mastantuono of Argentina’s River Plate celebrates after scoring from the penalty spot his side’s third goal against Ecuador’s Independiente del Valle during a Copa Libertadores Group B soccer match at the Monumental stadium in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Thursday, May 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello, File)

Newly signed Real Madrid player praises Lionel Messi during introduction

By Associated Press

August 18, 2025 at 2:59 p.m.

“For me, the best player in the world is Messi. I’m from Argentina, and I...

Inter Miami midfielder Fafà Picault (7) gets ready for penalty kick against Orlando City goalkeeper Pedro Gallese (1) during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Kevin Kolczynski)

Messi-less Inter Miami trip up in return to MLS play as Orlando City dominate

By Associated Press

August 10, 2025 at 10:47 p.m.

Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi, who is tied with Nashville SC’s Sam Surridge for the...

Inter Miami midfielder Rodrigo De Paul, left celebrates with forward Luis Suárez (9) after scoring a goal during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match against Puma UNAM, Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Luis Suárez leads Inter Miami to come-from-behind win over Pumas in Leagues Cup

By Associated Press

August 6, 2025 at 10:11 p.m.

Rodrigo De Paul scored his first Inter Miami goal on an assist from Suárez in...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) takes a tumble in a clash with Necaxa defenders Alexis Pena, top, and Cristian Calderon, bottom, during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi sidelined with leg injury, return unknown

By Associated Press

August 4, 2025 at 1:46 p.m.

Inter Miami star Lionel Messi is dealing with a muscle injury in his right leg...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, center, charges through Necaxa forward Raul Sanchez, left, and midfielder Jose Rodriguez, during the first half of a Leagues Cup soccer match, Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Inter Miami rally, win after Messi exits with apparent hamstring injury

By Associated Press

August 2, 2025 at 10:31 p.m.

Messi appeared to get tripped going for the ball in the eighth minute, fell to...

Rodrigo De Paul, Inter Miami’s newest signing, addresses the media during an MLS soccer press conference, Friday, Aug. 1, 2025 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Jim Rassol)

Rodrigo De Paul excited for opportunity to play alongside Lionel Messi at Inter Miami

By Associated Press

August 1, 2025 at 3:43 p.m.

When Beckham approached De Paul with the idea of joining Inter Miami, the 31-year-old made...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi, right, is pursued by Atlas defender Doria (5) during the first half of a Leagues Cup group stage soccer match, Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Messi’s last-second assist lifts Inter Miami over Atlas 2-1 in Leagues Cup

By Associated Press

July 30, 2025 at 10:23 p.m.

Messi also assisted on Telasco Segovia’s goal that opened scoring in the 58th minute.

Inter Miami forward Luis Suarez (9) heads the ball against Nashville SC defender Jeisson Palacios (4) during the second half of an MLS soccer match, Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

With goal disallowed in stoppage time, Messi-less Inter Miami salvage draw against Cincinnati

By Associated Press

July 26, 2025 at 10:21 p.m.

Cincinnati defender Miles Robinson nearly scored the winner a couple minutes into stoppage time on...

FILE – Inter Miami defender Jordi Alba, left, and forward Lionel Messi chat as they arrive before the start of an MLS soccer match against Toronto FC, Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

MLS suspension of Messi and Alba is ‘draconian,’ Inter Miami owner says

By Associated Press

July 28, 2025 at 4:03 p.m.

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba were suspended by Major League Soccer for skipping...

President Donald Trump, from right, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino present Chelsea’s Cole Palmer with the golden ball trophy after Chelsea won against Paris St Germain in the Club World Cup final, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, July 13, 2025. (Kevin Lamarque/Pool Photo via AP)

Soccer players’ union hits back at ‘autocratic’ FIFA and Infantino in fallout from Club World Cup

By Associated Press

July 28, 2025 at 3:54 p.m.

“Football needs responsible leadership, not emperors,” the FIFPRO network said after a meeting of 58...

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi (10) looks into the stands after scoring a goal during the second half of an MLS soccer match [against the New York Red Bulls Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Harrison, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba to miss MLS All-Star Game

By Associated Press

July 23, 2025 at 2:10 p.m.

Lionel Messi will miss the Major League Soccer All-Star Game against Liga MX on Wednesday...

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, right, gestures after scoring a goal as Jordi Alba walks away during the second half of an MLS soccer match against the New York Red Bulls Saturday, July 19, 2025, in Harrison, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

After one-game hiatus, Messi back scoring multiple goals as Inter Miami rally, roll in New Jersey

By Associated Press

July 19, 2025 at 10:41 p.m.

It was Messi’s sixth multi-goal game in his last seven matches.

President Donald Trump, right, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino carry the championship trophy at the conclusion of the Club World Cup final soccer match at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, July 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Could soccer ever become ‘football’ in the US?

By Associated Press

July 20, 2025 at 12:42 p.m.

At a time when the U.S. is playing an increasingly significant role in soccer, the...

Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, right, keeps the ball away from FC Cincinnati’s Tah Brian Anunga during the first half of an MLS soccer match, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Messi’s multi-goal streak ends in Inter Miami’s 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati

By Associated Press

July 17, 2025 at 12:01 a.m.

Lionel Messi had a chance in the 78th minute, but his close-range shot was saved...

FILE – Atletico Madrid’s Rodrigo De Paul controls the ball during the Club World Cup Group B soccer match between Atletico Madrid and Botafogo in Pasadena, Calif., June 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, File)

Rodrigo De Paul to join Leo Messi at Inter Miami, AP source says

By Associated Press

July 18, 2025 at 8:38 p.m.

The 31-year-old De Paul will leave Atlético Madrid — where he’s played since 2021 —...

President Donald Trump, back from fourth from right, stands on stage after presenting the championship trophy to Chelsea following the Club World Cup final soccer match between Chelsea and PSG at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., Sunday, July 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

FIFA Club World Cup marked by empty seats, searing heat, weather-delayed matches and Chelsea victory

By Associated Press

July 14, 2025 at 3:31 p.m.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino assessed the expanded tournament he championed, saying: “It is already most...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) reacts after scoring a goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against Nashville SC, Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Messi has fifth straight multi-goal game as Inter Miami snap Nashville’s unbeaten streak

By Associated Press

July 12, 2025 at 10:16 p.m.

Messi now has 16 goals in 16 MLS matches this season, which is tied with...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring in the first half of an MLS soccer match against the New England Revolution, Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Lionel Messi’s MLS-record fourth straight multi-goal game leads Inter Miami by New England

By Associated Press

July 9, 2025 at 10:11 p.m.

Miami (10-3-5) has won four straight and is unbeaten in its last five.

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