Feed MRSS-S lionel_messi_a, en.as.com en https://en.as.com Wed, 06 May 2026 21:51:06 GMT https://en.as.com/videos/messi-beckham-and-steve-carell-in-one-ad-lays-world-cup-commercial-is-breaking-the-internet-f202605-v/ Wed, 06 May 2026 21:51:06 GMT https://en.as.com/videos/messi-beckham-and-steve-carell-in-one-ad-lays-world-cup-commercial-is-breaking-the-internet-f202605-v/ AStv Lays just won the pre-World Cup advertising game — and it wasn’t even close. The snack giant dropped a new commercial ahead of the 2026 World Cup that has become an instant online sensation. Lays just won the pre-World Cup advertising game — and it wasn’t even close. The snack giant dropped a new commercial ahead of the 2026 World Cup that has become an instant online sensation. Mundial 2026 Lionel Messi David Beckham Steve Carell Messi, Beckham and Steve Carell in One Ad — Lays' World Cup Commercial Is Breaking the Internet Messi, Beckham and Steve Carell in One Ad — Lays' World Cup Commercial Is Breaking the Internet Messi, Beckham and Steve Carell in One Ad — Lays' World Cup Commercial Is Breaking the Internet <p><i>Get closer to the game! Whether you like your soccer of the European variety or that on this side of the pond, our AS USA app has it all. Dive into live coverage, expert insights, breaking news, exclusive videos, and more. 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German company Adidas is launching this week its latest campaign for the 2026 World Cup, which brings together stars of soccer and entertainment. Mundial fútbol Mundial 2026 Lionel Messi Zinedine Zidane Jude Bellingham Bad Bunny Timothée Chalamet Adidas Florian Wirtz Real Madrid FC Barcelona Lamine Yamal World Cup 2026 brings together Messi, Zidane, Bellingham... and Bad Bunny The German company is launching this week its latest campaign for the 2026 World Cup, which brings together stars of soccer and entertainment. The German company is launching this week its latest campaign for the 2026 World Cup, which brings together stars of soccer and entertainment. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/GJOGY7FOT5BEZAUA4QJRXKOWIU.jpg?auth=55a041b5842e4daea4b31f694a54e64c7ddbe6555579ac60cb7054b204f6e761" width="3543" height="2657" alt="The German company is launching this week its latest campaign for the 2026 World Cup, which brings together stars of soccer and entertainment."></img><p>As the <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/world_cup/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/world_cup/">2026 FIFA World Cup</a> draws nearer, <b>Adidas has offered a first look at its latest campaign, </b>set to launch later this week. The German brand, the tournament’s official supplier among other major competitions, is continuing its push to promote the event that will capture the full attention of the soccer world from <a href="https://en.as.com/resultados/futbol/mundial/jornada/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/resultados/futbol/mundial/jornada/">June 11 to July 19</a>.</p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/2QFM32HDDNG43H6NGVC4OY4SSM.jpg?auth=e9551f34a7eee1b8b616c4efadf81a70f7915720509dcda6047913e9f05daea0" width="2342" height="3122" alt="."></img><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/world-cup/world-cup-2026-brings-together-messi-zidane-bellingham-yamal-and-bad-bunny-f202605-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/MVSPJ6MWMJBKJHPMOAH3CV2PPY.jpg?auth=6d842a058331c46d7e4df9edced5ae2c1109fa62db4a99f8a15e31bb345cc3f7" width="2342" height="3122" alt="."></img> https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-inter-miami-stars-hit-the-miami-grand-prix-after-embarrassing-defeat-f202605-n/ Sun, 03 May 2026 18:43:25 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-inter-miami-stars-hit-the-miami-grand-prix-after-embarrassing-defeat-f202605-n/ César Cruz,Andy Hall Just a few hours after letting a three-goal lead slip away against Orlando City, Herons players went to let their hair down at the Miami GP. Just a few hours after letting a three-goal lead slip away against Orlando City, Herons players went to let their hair down at the Miami GP. Inter Miami CF MLS Deportes motor Fórmula 1 GP Estados Unidos Lionel Messi Luis Suárez Fútbol NurPhoto (NurPhoto via Getty Images) Messi and Inter Miami Stars hit the Miami Grand Prix after embarrassing defeat Just a few hours after letting a three-goal lead slip away against Orlando City, Herons players went to let their hair down at the Miami GP. Just a few hours after letting a three-goal lead slip away against Orlando City, Herons players went to let their hair down at the Miami GP. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/VMTUVE5DY5FCLMYTQKCJ4C2NVE.jpg?auth=afc10c82b0a515c6ac9cc99bd97b71401bc2bdbd82dffe4b8075b858de5774f6" width="7047" height="4700" alt="Just a few hours after letting a three-goal lead slip away against Orlando City, Herons players went to let their hair down at the Miami GP."></img><p>Just hours after <b>one of the roughest results in Inter Miami’s history</b>, several of the team’s biggest names were spotted shaking off the disappointment at the <b>Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix</b>, which takes place this Sunday in <b>South Florida</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-inter-miami-stars-hit-the-miami-grand-prix-after-embarrassing-defeat-f202605-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/is-this-the-greatest-mls-regular-season-comeback-f202605-n/ Sun, 03 May 2026 02:32:21 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/is-this-the-greatest-mls-regular-season-comeback-f202605-n/ William Gittins Inter Miami surged to a three-goal lead over Orlando City but were stunned by a Martin Ojeda hat-trick and late winner from Tyrese Spicer. Inter Miami surged to a three-goal lead over Orlando City but were stunned by a Martin Ojeda hat-trick and late winner from Tyrese Spicer. Lionel Messi Inter Miami CF Fútbol Orlando City SC MLS CALVIN HERNANDEZ (Getty Images via AFP) Inter Miami embarrassed in historic MLS comeback Is this the greatest MLS regular-season comeback? Is this the greatest MLS regular-season comeback? <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/JZ735OCSSRKOZPWZWP6LISWF2Y.jpg?auth=625555eab2097175c78b70e80b5886c4342e08bdcb4b2ef5046f063de00b234d" width="5068" height="3379" alt="Is this the greatest MLS regular-season comeback?"></img><p>A difficult start to 2026 took a troublesome turn for <b>Inter Miami</b> on Saturday, throwing away a three-goal lead to lose against Florida rivals <b>Orlando City</b>. The <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/inter-miami-vs-orlando-city-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202605-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/inter-miami-vs-orlando-city-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202605-n/">4-3 defeat</a> is only Miami’s second in 11 MLS games this season but the nature and the timing of the loss will be a major blow for the Herons. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/is-this-the-greatest-mls-regular-season-comeback-f202605-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/inter-miami-vs-orlando-city-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202605-n/ Sat, 02 May 2026 22:15:00 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/inter-miami-vs-orlando-city-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202605-n/ AS USA The Herons lead after a goal and an assist from Lionel Messi, before Orlando took charge with a stunning comeback. The Herons lead after a goal and an assist from Lionel Messi, before Orlando took charge with a stunning comeback. Inter Miami CF Orlando City SC Fútbol MLS Lionel Messi Jim Rassol (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Inter Miami 3-4 Orlando City summary: score, stats and highlights | MLS 2026 Inter Miami embarrassed in derby day collapse Inter Miami embarrassed in derby day collapse <p></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-reaches-100-games-with-inter-miami-heres-how-his-mls-impact-measures-up-in-numbers-f202605-n/ Sat, 02 May 2026 15:53:34 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-reaches-100-games-with-inter-miami-heres-how-his-mls-impact-measures-up-in-numbers-f202605-n/ Andy Hall Inter Miami host Orlando City on Saturday in what will be landmark game for their captain Lionel Messi. Let’s take a look at his figures. Inter Miami host Orlando City on Saturday in what will be landmark game for their captain Lionel Messi. Let’s take a look at his figures. MLS Lionel Messi Inter Miami CF Goles Récords Récord deportivo Fútbol CARMEN MANDATO (Getty Images via AFP) Messi reaches 100 games with Inter Miami: Here’s how his MLS impact measures up in numbers Inter Miami host Orlando City on Saturday in what will be landmark game for their captain Lionel Messi. Let’s take a look at his figures. Inter Miami host Orlando City on Saturday in what will be landmark game for their captain Lionel Messi. Let’s take a look at his figures. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/SHVSD4MWS5PEFONJIVFH4UVWWM.jpg?auth=1acc387ec2f33bc5b8ba32d0a8059c1d7177348b2e22c17e5f2ff0675b63ea63" width="3890" height="2593" alt="Inter Miami host Orlando City on Saturday in what will be landmark game for their captain Lionel Messi. Let’s take a look at his figures."></img><p>Now in his third full season with <b>Inter Miami</b>, <b>Lionel Messi</b> still has a number of goals he’d like to achieve in the two and half years he has left in southern Florida. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-reaches-100-games-with-inter-miami-heres-how-his-mls-impact-measures-up-in-numbers-f202605-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/a-blessing-inter-miami-coach-guillermo-hoyos-on-what-managing-messi-is-really-like-f202605-n/ Fri, 01 May 2026 17:23:51 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/a-blessing-inter-miami-coach-guillermo-hoyos-on-what-managing-messi-is-really-like-f202605-n/ Diego Mauricio Magaña Gorostieta,Fernando Petrocelli,Roddy Cons Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos emphasized what having Lionel Messi at the helm of the Fort Lauderdale squad means to him. Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos emphasized what having Lionel Messi at the helm of the Fort Lauderdale squad means to him. Fútbol MLS Lionel Messi Inter Miami CF Orlando City SC CARMEN MANDATO (Getty Images via AFP) “A blessing”: Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos on what managing Messi is really like Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos emphasized what having Lionel Messi at the helm of the Fort Lauderdale squad means to him. Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos emphasized what having Lionel Messi at the helm of the Fort Lauderdale squad means to him. <p><b>Inter Miami has hit a positive stretch since Guillermo Hoyos took over</b> as head coach, picking up two wins and a draw. The run has helped restore confidence in the squad after a disappointing Concacaf Champions Cup exit.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/a-blessing-inter-miami-coach-guillermo-hoyos-on-what-managing-messi-is-really-like-f202605-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/new-owner-lionel-messi-surprises-ue-cornella-players-with-humble-first-message-i-just-wanted-to-introduce-myself-f202604-n/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:54:27 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/new-owner-lionel-messi-surprises-ue-cornella-players-with-humble-first-message-i-just-wanted-to-introduce-myself-f202604-n/ Roddy Cons Inter Miami star Messi reaches out to semi-pro squad in Spain for the first time after taking full ownership earlier this month. Inter Miami star Messi reaches out to semi-pro squad in Spain for the first time after taking full ownership earlier this month. Fútbol Lionel Messi UE Cornellà Inter Miami CF Primer mensaje de Messi a la plantilla del Cornellà Primer mensaje de Messi a la plantilla del Cornellà Primer mensaje de Messi a la plantilla del Cornellà <p><b>It’s not often you’re on the receiving end of a video call from Lionel Messi</b>, perhaps the greatest soccer star to have ever lived. However, the semi-professional players of <b>UE Cornellà</b> were <b>given a pep talk by the Inter Miami playmaker</b> as they push for promotion to the Segunda RFEF, the fourth tier of Spanish soccer.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/new-owner-lionel-messi-surprises-ue-cornella-players-with-humble-first-message-i-just-wanted-to-introduce-myself-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/julian-alvarez-breaks-messis-champions-league-record-f202604-n/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:29:28 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/julian-alvarez-breaks-messis-champions-league-record-f202604-n/ Diego Mauricio Magaña Gorostieta,Joe Brennan Julián Álvarez achieved a historic record in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Arsenal after scoring his penalty. Julián Álvarez achieved a historic record in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Arsenal after scoring his penalty. Julián Álvarez Champions League Lionel Messi Atlético de Madrid Violeta Santos Moura (REUTERS) Julián Álvarez breaks Messi’s Champions League record Julián Álvarez achieved a historic record in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Arsenal after scoring his penalty. Julián Álvarez achieved a historic record in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Arsenal after scoring his penalty. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/F2OORHVBRJJG3NAHAMUBBP2YHI.jpg?auth=fbfc190e47d7869b02eb78a3669501a707ef4ef148e844ca58bbd34c46d6bd5b" width="5053" height="3426" alt="Julián Álvarez achieved a historic record in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Arsenal after scoring his penalty."></img><p><b>Julián Álvarez is enjoying an excellent run with Atlético de Madrid</b>, the side he represented in Wednesday’s first leg of the <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/late-drama-var-calls-and-griezmann-magic-in-atletico-arsenal-stalemate-f202604-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/late-drama-var-calls-and-griezmann-magic-in-atletico-arsenal-stalemate-f202604-n/"><b>Champions League semi-final against Arsenal</b></a>, a match in which he carried the <i>Colchoneros</i>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/julian-alvarez-breaks-messis-champions-league-record-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-f1s-franco-colapinto-finally-meet-in-miami-and-he-might-show-up-at-sundays-grand-prix-f202604-n/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:54:02 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-f1s-franco-colapinto-finally-meet-in-miami-and-he-might-show-up-at-sundays-grand-prix-f202604-n/ Diego Mauricio Magaña Gorostieta The highly anticipated meeting between Inter Miami’s captain and the Alpine-Mercedes driver took place on the eve of this weekend’s Miami GP. The highly anticipated meeting between Inter Miami’s captain and the Alpine-Mercedes driver took place on the eve of this weekend’s Miami GP. Inter Miami CF MLS Lionel Messi Franco Colapinto Fórmula 1 Deportes motor GP Estados Unidos Miami Rodrigo de Paul Fútbol Instagram ypfoficial Messi and F1’s Franco Colapinto finally meet in Miami — and he might show up at Sunday’s Grand Prix The highly anticipated meeting between Inter Miami’s captain and the Alpine-Mercedes driver took place on the eve of this weekend’s Miami GP. The highly anticipated meeting between Inter Miami’s captain and the Alpine-Mercedes driver took place on the eve of this weekend’s Miami GP. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/365AKOL7JBDUPHG6HJ2TPMD6AY.jpeg?auth=5e858bb59b616177117511f827020a2274a523955b5205425e248068df067b32" width="1500" height="1500" alt="The highly anticipated meeting between Inter Miami’s captain and the Alpine-Mercedes driver took place on the eve of this weekend’s Miami GP."></img><p><b>Formula 1 is back</b> after its forced break following the cancellations in <b>Saudi Arabia and Bahrain</b>, and its return brings one of the most anticipated crossovers in sports. With the next race taking place in <b>Miami</b>,<b> Alpine driver</b> <b>Franco Colapinto</b> finally got the meeting he’d been dreaming about: a face‑to‑face with <b>Lionel Messi</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-f1s-franco-colapinto-finally-meet-in-miami-and-he-might-show-up-at-sundays-grand-prix-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/the-real-madrid-stars-leading-a-growing-wave-of-athlete-ownership-in-global-sports-f202604-n/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:30:35 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/the-real-madrid-stars-leading-a-growing-wave-of-athlete-ownership-in-global-sports-f202604-n/ Carlos Forjanes,Roddy Cons Mbappé, Vinicius and Bellingham are joining a fast-growing trend of elite athletes investing in sports teams around the world. Mbappé, Vinicius and Bellingham are joining a fast-growing trend of elite athletes investing in sports teams around the world. Fútbol Real Madrid Kylian Mbappé Thibaut Courtois Vinícius Júnior Jude Bellingham David Beckham Cristiano Ronaldo Lionel Messi Luka Modric Zlatan Ibrahimovic Gerard Piqué The Real Madrid stars leading a growing wave of athlete ownership in global sports Mbappé, Vinicius and Bellingham are joining a fast-growing trend of elite athletes investing in sports teams around the world. Mbappé, Vinicius and Bellingham are joining a fast-growing trend of elite athletes investing in sports teams around the world. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/HUF4PIREPVCJJFWVRZDEWJWXIA.jpg?auth=9ab6ab8f23085597c563391a061b077edef1d7b0a32aebc2eabaaa2f4abb2cdc" width="1300" height="1021" alt="Mbappé, Vinicius and Bellingham are joining a fast-growing trend of elite athletes investing in sports teams around the world."></img><p><b>Real Madrid</b> has long operated as <b>a global sporting machine that goes far beyond socce</b>r alone.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/the-real-madrid-stars-leading-a-growing-wave-of-athlete-ownership-in-global-sports-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/7YBPAI5WORA6XGEQ5NDTNZXIVM.jpg?auth=d71414e7e8c2f1dc2941eb63e1a274b5a06c948d51d8fb4caf43b6c2c8344947" width="1248" height="832" alt="Thibaut Courtois holding a Le Mans shirt. "></img> https://en.as.com/soccer/move-over-barcelona-lionel-messi-becomes-a-fan-of-new-spanish-team-f202604-n/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:08:09 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/move-over-barcelona-lionel-messi-becomes-a-fan-of-new-spanish-team-f202604-n/ Víctor Martín J.,Roddy Cons Ten days after becoming the owner of Cornellà, Messi took advantage of Inter Miami’s weekend off to cheer his new club on from afar. Ten days after becoming the owner of Cornellà, Messi took advantage of Inter Miami’s weekend off to cheer his new club on from afar. Fútbol Lionel Messi UE Cornellà Inter Miami CF GIORGIO VIERA (AFP) Move over Barcelona: Lionel Messi becomes a fan of new Spanish team Ten days after becoming the owner of Cornellà, Messi took advantage of Inter Miami’s weekend off to cheer his new club on from afar. Ten days after becoming the owner of Cornellà, Messi took advantage of Inter Miami’s weekend off to cheer his new club on from afar. <p><b>Lionel Messi is not missing a thing when it comes to his new club, Cornellà</b>, who play in Spain’s fifth tier. Just 10 days after <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-buys-spanish-soccer-club-f202604-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-buys-spanish-soccer-club-f202604-n/">the Argentine superstar’s purchase of the Spanish side was officially announced</a>, excitement has swept through the town south of Barcelona.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/move-over-barcelona-lionel-messi-becomes-a-fan-of-new-spanish-team-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/CCYN7526V5CZFKZBI5VMAEW6XU.jpeg?auth=4b54b215bddf89c67980889fbfe4188a2b0ce2c32ab0cd76692fdc25836cf650" width="749" height="1205" alt="."></img> https://en.as.com/soccer/xavi-says-barcelona-figure-blocked-lionel-messi-return-to-the-club-f202604-n/ Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:43:30 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/xavi-says-barcelona-figure-blocked-lionel-messi-return-to-the-club-f202604-n/ Daniel López,Roddy Cons Barça icon Xavi discussed Messi’s failed comeback and Lamine Yamal comparisons in a wide-ranging interview with Romario. Barça icon Xavi discussed Messi’s failed comeback and Lamine Yamal comparisons in a wide-ranging interview with Romario. Fútbol FC Barcelona Xavi Lionel Messi Lamine Yamal Romario de Souza Fran Santiago (Getty Images) Xavi says Barcelona figure blocked Lionel Messi return to the club Barça icon Xavi discussed Messi’s failed comeback and Lamine Yamal comparisons in a wide-ranging interview with Romario. Barça icon Xavi discussed Messi’s failed comeback and Lamine Yamal comparisons in a wide-ranging interview with Romario. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/Q24JZAUWYZB5LE4YHDFDYG5VRA.jpg?auth=e735e40d3735a77571d2318a9c35ad25b899e38eeb0fc13ab5d0537de28b0e49" width="4000" height="2667" alt="Barça icon Xavi discussed Messi’s failed comeback and Lamine Yamal comparisons in a wide-ranging interview with Romario. "></img><p><b>Xavi</b> has been out of management since leaving Barcelona and is still searching for his next coaching job. The former midfield star, now a coach, discussed his career and the current state of soccer in an <b>interview with Romario</b>. Throughout the conversation, Xavi notably <b>never mentions Joan Laporta by name</b>, referring only to the current Barcelona president.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/xavi-says-barcelona-figure-blocked-lionel-messi-return-to-the-club-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-soccer-still-enjoying-the-ride-f202604-n/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:32:34 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-soccer-still-enjoying-the-ride-f202604-n/ José Félix Díaz The Argentine gains a new position on the football map: not only as a legendary player or global icon, but as a developer. The Argentine gains a new position on the football map: not only as a legendary player or global icon, but as a developer. Lionel Messi Associated Press / LaPresse (APS) Messi and soccer are still enjoying the ride The Argentine gains a new position on the football map: not only as a legendary player or global icon, but as a developer. The Argentine gains a new position on the football map: not only as a legendary player or global icon, but as a developer. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/CC6QABGFDFN6JD3WO6R3OZMSPQ.jpg?auth=ae246332efd95eedc4986cb06a8fb65e21b7ab99b878537dd6b2b069f882fbdf" width="3756" height="5633" alt="The Argentine gains a new position on the football map: not only as a legendary player or global icon, but as a developer."></img><p>April 16, 2026, is now part of soccer history. <b>That was the day Lionel Messi officially completed the purchase of a soccer club – a move that goes far beyond simple commercial interest.</b> From that moment on, Cornellà has emerged on the global soccer map as one of the cities to watch, not just in the present but in the near future. The presence of the World Cup winner has instantly transformed the Catalan club into one of the most closely followed in the sport. The numbers already reflect it.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-and-soccer-still-enjoying-the-ride-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/world-cup/cristiano-ronaldo-vs-lionel-messi-18-years-later-this-is-their-head-to-head-record-since-their-first-game-f202604-n/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:21:28 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/world-cup/cristiano-ronaldo-vs-lionel-messi-18-years-later-this-is-their-head-to-head-record-since-their-first-game-f202604-n/ Diego Mauricio Magaña Gorostieta,Calum Roche Eighteen years after their first meeting, the numbers behind soccer’s defining rivalry still show how close the battle has been. Eighteen years after their first meeting, the numbers behind soccer’s defining rivalry still show how close the battle has been. Cristiano Ronaldo Lionel Messi Selección argentina fútbol Selección Fútbol Portugal Mundial fútbol Mundial 2026 RODRIGO ANTUNES / EFE / Sam Navarro / IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi: 18 years later, a rivalry that points to its final chapter at the 2026 World Cup Eighteen years after their first meeting, the numbers behind soccer’s defining rivalry still show how close the battle has been. Eighteen years after their first meeting, the numbers behind soccer’s defining rivalry still show how close the battle has been. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/X2Q6R2E27FCEDM5TSA3TCGQNMY.jpg?auth=47d3164b579818b71a06a38d31eb9238103c5d63cc5ae69fa07b2f745a0e2ddc" width="3264" height="1967" alt="Eighteen years after their first meeting, the numbers behind soccer’s defining rivalry still show how close the battle has been. "></img><p><b>For nearly two decades, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have dominated soccer. </b>Between them, they have won 13 Ballon d’Or awards, broken countless records and scored almost 2,000 career goals combined.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/world-cup/cristiano-ronaldo-vs-lionel-messi-18-years-later-this-is-their-head-to-head-record-since-their-first-game-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-fever-in-cornella-f202604-n/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:12:21 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-fever-in-cornella-f202604-n/ Juan Jiménez,Calum Roche A modest Catalan club with a proud academy, a worn municipal stadium and deep local roots is suddenly at the center of soccer’s global gaze. A modest Catalan club with a proud academy, a worn municipal stadium and deep local roots is suddenly at the center of soccer’s global gaze. Lionel Messi Fútbol RODOLFO MOLINA (DIARIO AS) A modest Catalan club with a proud academy, a worn municipal stadium and deep local roots is suddenly at the center of soccer’s global gaze. A modest Catalan club with a proud academy, a worn municipal stadium and deep local roots is suddenly at the center of soccer’s global gaze. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/EWTEON6QZJNYXFICHGUKMNENXU.jpg?auth=32e177c5a4a1588872488e57e2a82fe5038a30cc8200c399afffec4b79c63826" width="4531" height="3368" alt="A modest Catalan club with a proud academy, a worn municipal stadium and deep local roots is suddenly at the center of soccer’s global gaze."></img><p><b>A green shirt, with only the word Messi printed on it, </b>hangs from a makeshift stall at the entrance to the Nou Estadi Municipal and confirms the news. Cornellà, one of the 27 cities in Barcelona’s industrial belt, with a population of nearly 100,000 and a clear socialist, working-class tradition – all three of its mayors since Spain’s return to democracy have belonged to that tradition – has been in the spotlight since Thursday, April 16, when it became official that the greatest player in Barcelona history, and perhaps in soccer history, as <b>his eight Ballon d’Or awards attest, </b><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-buys-spanish-soccer-club-f202604-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-buys-spanish-soccer-club-f202604-n/">had bought UE Cornellà</a>. Founded in 1951, the club plays in the Tercera RFEF and boasts one of the best youth academies in Spain.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-fever-in-cornella-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><h3>Social media explosion</h3><p>The club experienced a surge in social media followers, going from 39,000 to 686,000 on Instagram in less than a week, making it the second most followed professional football team in Barcelona, ​​surpassing Espanyol. It has also overtaken 10 other first division teams.</p><p></p><ul><li>RC Celta: 669K</li><li>Getafe CF: 565K</li><li>RCD Espanyol: 549K</li><li>RCD Mallorca: 490K</li><li>CA Osasuna: 411K</li><li>Levante UD: 371K</li><li>Rayo Vallecano: 376K</li><li>Real Oviedo: 388K</li><li>Elche CF: 472K</li><li>Deportivo Alavés: 241K</li></ul> https://en.as.com/soccer/inter-miami-owner-jorge-mas-eyes-the-new-lionel-messi-f202604-n/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:03:03 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/inter-miami-owner-jorge-mas-eyes-the-new-lionel-messi-f202604-n/ Aritz Gabilondo,Calum Roche Jorge Mas spoke about the Inter Miami project during an industry event held in Madrid called The Forum. Jorge Mas spoke about the Inter Miami project during an industry event held in Madrid called The Forum. Lionel Messi Inter Miami CF MLS KEVIN C. COX (Getty Images via AFP) Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas eyes “The new Lionel Messi” Jorge Mas spoke about the Inter Miami project during an industry event held in Madrid called The Forum. Jorge Mas spoke about the Inter Miami project during an industry event held in Madrid called The Forum. <p>Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas reflected on the current state of his club and Major League Soccer during a conversation alongside Ferran Soriano of City Football Group. <b>“A lot of people think we only brought Messi to Miami, but Suárez, Alba and Busquets also came,”</b> he said. “I’d like to enjoy Leo while we have him, at least for the two more years left on his contract. We’ve raised the bar for consumers.”</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/inter-miami-owner-jorge-mas-eyes-the-new-lionel-messi-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/watch-de-paul-and-suarez-score-salt-lake-stunners-as-inter-miami-beat-rsl-f202604-n/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:31:20 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/watch-de-paul-and-suarez-score-salt-lake-stunners-as-inter-miami-beat-rsl-f202604-n/ César Cruz,AS USA Rodrigo de Paul and Luis Suárez hit spectacular goals, as Guillermo Hoyos’s Herons took all three points in Utah. Rodrigo de Paul and Luis Suárez hit spectacular goals, as Guillermo Hoyos’s Herons took all three points in Utah. Fútbol Inter Miami CF MLS Real Salt Lake Rodrigo de Paul Luis Suárez Deportes Utah Estados Unidos Lionel Messi Nathan Ray Seebeck (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) Watch: De Paul and Suárez score Salt Lake stunners as Inter Miami beat RSL Rodrigo de Paul and Luis Suárez hit spectacular goals, as Guillermo Hoyos’s Herons took all three points in Utah. Rodrigo de Paul and Luis Suárez hit spectacular goals, as Guillermo Hoyos’s Herons took all three points in Utah. <p>In the ninth round of the MLS regular season season on Wednesday, <b>Inter Miami earned a </b><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/real-salt-lake-vs-inter-miami-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202604-n/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/real-salt-lake-vs-inter-miami-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202604-n/"><b>2-0 road victory over Real Salt Lake</b></a>, making it two wins from two under interim head coach Guillermo Hoyos.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/watch-de-paul-and-suarez-score-salt-lake-stunners-as-inter-miami-beat-rsl-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/real-salt-lake-vs-inter-miami-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202604-n/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:33:31 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/real-salt-lake-vs-inter-miami-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-mls-2026-f202604-n/ AS USA The Herons moved to second in the Eastern Conference thanks to two high-quality second half strikes. The Herons moved to second in the Eastern Conference thanks to two high-quality second half strikes. Real Salt Lake Inter Miami CF MLS Fútbol Lionel Messi CHRIS GARDNER (Getty Images via AFP) Real Salt Lake 0-2 Inter Miami summary: score, stats and highlights | MLS 2026 The Herons moved to second in the Eastern Conference thanks to two high-quality second half strikes The Herons moved to second in the Eastern Conference thanks to two high-quality second half strikes <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/LTYCY4NOU5P7XPHYX2EZMZNWRQ.jpg?auth=270353293142c5260796bf1907aeb1cc9388d4418f0e7da043467af945381eb2" width="3400" height="2266" alt="The Herons moved to second in the Eastern Conference thanks to two high-quality second half strikes"></img><p></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-drives-record-prices-in-mls-as-tickets-for-real-salt-lake-vs-inter-miami-top-5000-f202604-n/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:35:55 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-drives-record-prices-in-mls-as-tickets-for-real-salt-lake-vs-inter-miami-top-5000-f202604-n/ Bryan Arellano,Paul Reidy Inter Miami’s visit to Utah is causing hysteria and record-breaking ticket prices as fans clamour to see Messi in action. Inter Miami’s visit to Utah is causing hysteria and record-breaking ticket prices as fans clamour to see Messi in action. Inter Miami CF MLS Real Salt Lake Utah Lionel Messi ANDREW WEVERS (Getty Images via AFP) Messi drives record prices in MLS as tickets for Real Salt Lake vs Inter Miami top $5,000 Inter Miami’s visit to Utah is causing hysteria and record-breaking ticket prices as fans clamour to see Messi in action. Inter Miami’s visit to Utah is causing hysteria and record-breaking ticket prices as fans clamour to see Messi in action. <p><b>Lionel Messi’s impact goes far and wide beyond the pitch.</b> His mere presence has shaken up things in <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://www.mlssoccer.com/"><b>MLS</b></a>, this time with Inter Miami CF’s visit to <a href="https://www.rsl.com/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://www.rsl.com/"><b>Real Salt Lake</b></a>, where ticket prices reached record highs and euphoria has gripped the fans eager to see Argentina’s number 10 ahead of the <a href="https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026" target="_self" rel="" title="https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026"><b>2026 World Cup</b></a>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-drives-record-prices-in-mls-as-tickets-for-real-salt-lake-vs-inter-miami-top-5000-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/world-cup-2026-50-days-out-five-big-questions-for-the-summer-f202604-n/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:18:33 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/world-cup-2026-50-days-out-five-big-questions-for-the-summer-f202604-n/ William Gittins USMNT dreams, a new-look format and a final World Cup outing for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. USMNT dreams, a new-look format and a final World Cup outing for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Mundial 2026 Fútbol Estados Unidos Selección Fútbol Estados Unidos Cristiano Ronaldo Lionel Messi LEE SMITH (REUTERS) FILE PHOTO: FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Final - Argentina v France FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Final - Argentina v France - Lusail Stadium, Lusail, Qatar - December 18, 2022 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy after winning the World Cup REUTERS/Lee Smith/File Photo FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Final - Argentina v France - Lusail Stadium, Lusail, Qatar - December 18, 2022 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates with the trophy after winning the World Cup REUTERS/Lee Smith/File Photo <p><b>Fifty days to go</b>. A World Cup that has been (at least) nine years in the making is nearly here, and it promises to be a truly historic tournament. A revamped format, an open field of contenders, and a last hurrah for the two most dominant figures of modern soccer, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/world-cup-2026-50-days-out-five-big-questions-for-the-summer-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/BUH4RBNGQNLZFHJBCHEGC3RF4Y.jpg?auth=fa8e8792b29e32b883a3cd3320a716a33acc136e32049770d895a104bf9c956d" width="3865" height="2578" alt="Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing for a record sixth World Cup with Portugal."></img><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/4XURDZ2HIVF43BBKTBIBBRVXBQ.jpeg?auth=09a26a4255f89e91bd89a48e907afb4e53c22c5cc2fa96e93a5b4bf8208aaa5c" width="4096" height="2731" alt="A talented but unproven USMNT squad are looking to make history this summer."></img> https://en.as.com/soccer/lionel-messi-goes-after-landon-donovan-f202604-n/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:41:41 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/lionel-messi-goes-after-landon-donovan-f202604-n/ Bryan Arellano,AS USA After scoring a double against the Colorado Rapids, Messi was named MLS’s Player of the Matchday, taking him close to a record held by Donovan. After scoring a double against the Colorado Rapids, Messi was named MLS’s Player of the Matchday, taking him close to a record held by Donovan. Lionel Messi Inter Miami CF Landon Donovan MLS Fútbol Récords Récord deportivo Estados Unidos Deportes Don Garber: “La MLS se favorecerá con la Copa del Mundo” Don Garber: “La MLS se favorecerá con la Copa del Mundo” Don Garber: “La MLS se favorecerá con la Copa del Mundo” <p>At 38 years old, <b>Lionel Messi is maintaining a relentless pace</b>. This season he has unveiled his most ruthless, goal-hungry version, setting aside - at least for now - the playmaking role that has defined so much of his career. He has seven goals in seven appearances, with no assists yet, but that scoring burst has been enough to earn him selection as one of the matchday’s top performers in four of the eight weeks played so far.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/lionel-messi-goes-after-landon-donovan-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/barcelona-scrambled-to-renew-lionel-messi-after-470-million-transfer-threat-f202604-n/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:37:11 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/barcelona-scrambled-to-renew-lionel-messi-after-470-million-transfer-threat-f202604-n/ Daniel López,Roddy Cons Former president Bartomeu reveals behind-the-scenes tension at Camp Nou as fears of a record-breaking Messi move pushed urgent contract talks in 2017. Former president Bartomeu reveals behind-the-scenes tension at Camp Nou as fears of a record-breaking Messi move pushed urgent contract talks in 2017. Fútbol FC Barcelona LaLiga EA Sports Lionel Messi Josep Maria Bartomeu EFE Barcelona scrambled to renew Lionel Messi after $470 million transfer threat Former president Bartomeu reveals behind-the-scenes tension at Camp Nou as fears of a record-breaking Messi move pushed urgent contract talks in 2017. Former president Bartomeu reveals behind-the-scenes tension at Camp Nou as fears of a record-breaking Messi move pushed urgent contract talks in 2017. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/EZWVB664MFMZ3P4WXY5LXAD5GA.jpg?auth=f3f8d202e1f4cd2ba5cc5dc375f12c5631518279ae1136bead613e9c6ab478eb" width="1240" height="1253" alt="Former president Bartomeu reveals behind-the-scenes tension at Camp Nou as fears of a record-breaking Messi move pushed urgent contract talks in 2017."></img><p>Former <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/barcelona-line-up-alternatives-as-marcus-rashford-doubts-grow-f202604-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/barcelona-line-up-alternatives-as-marcus-rashford-doubts-grow-f202604-n/">Barcelona</a> president <b>Josep Maria Bartomeu</b> says <b>the club moved quickly to renew </b><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-buys-spanish-soccer-club-f202604-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/messi-buys-spanish-soccer-club-f202604-n/"><b>Lionel Messi</b></a><b> in 2017</b> after learning <b>another team was preparing a massive bi</b>d <b>to trigger his release clause.</b></p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/barcelona-scrambled-to-renew-lionel-messi-after-470-million-transfer-threat-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/new-revelation-adds-to-question-marks-surrounding-mascheranos-sudden-inter-miami-exit-f202604-n/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:40:18 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/new-revelation-adds-to-question-marks-surrounding-mascheranos-sudden-inter-miami-exit-f202604-n/ César Cruz,AS USA Javier Mascherano last week resigned as head coach of Inter Miami, in an abrupt departure that took the locker room by surprise. Javier Mascherano last week resigned as head coach of Inter Miami, in an abrupt departure that took the locker room by surprise. Javier Mascherano Inter Miami CF Fútbol MLS Lionel Messi Estados Unidos Argentina Buenos Aires CHANDAN KHANNA (AFP) New revelation adds to question marks surrounding Mascherano’s sudden Inter Miami exit Javier Mascherano last week resigned as head coach of Inter Miami, in an abrupt departure that took the locker room by surprise. Javier Mascherano last week resigned as head coach of Inter Miami, in an abrupt departure that took the locker room by surprise. <p>Javier Mascherano <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/javier-mascherano-leaves-inter-miami-why-is-the-coach-leaving-miami-f202604-n/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/javier-mascherano-leaves-inter-miami-why-is-the-coach-leaving-miami-f202604-n/">stepped down</a> as Inter Miami’s head coach last week, and his departure from the MLS club continues to spark controversy. Now, in a development that is once again fueling debate, reports suggest the former Barcelona midfielder <b>did not say goodbye to his players</b> <b>in person</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/new-revelation-adds-to-question-marks-surrounding-mascheranos-sudden-inter-miami-exit-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/JFTETDRE7NI3TK6KNZTTLCIXLI.jpg?auth=16e067bc0bcc959d7bb4ab1d2178032129f7f56d01c7fee8ead146288b3342d0" width="5028" height="3352" alt="Mascherano's Inter Miami reign lasted for less than six months."></img> https://en.as.com/soccer/mls-history-made-in-inter-miamis-win-over-colorado-rapids-f202604-n/ Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:56:45 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/mls-history-made-in-inter-miamis-win-over-colorado-rapids-f202604-n/ César Cruz,William Allen In Denver on Saturday, Inter Miami’s win over the Colorado Rapids drew an attendance that went down in the league’s history books. In Denver on Saturday, Inter Miami’s win over the Colorado Rapids drew an attendance that went down in the league’s history books. Lionel Messi MLS Fútbol Inter Miami CF Colorado Rapids Estados Unidos Denver Denver Broncos NFL Récords Récord deportivo Deportes Ron Chenoy (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) MLS history made in Inter Miami’s win over Colorado Rapids In Denver on Saturday, Inter Miami’s win over the Colorado Rapids drew an attendance that went down in the league’s history books. In Denver on Saturday, Inter Miami’s win over the Colorado Rapids drew an attendance that went down in the league’s history books. <p>This weekend’s match between the Colorado Rapids and Inter Miami is now etched in gold letters in the history of American soccer, having attracted <b>the second‑highest attendance ever witnessed in </b><a href="https://en.as.com/news/mls-major-league-soccer/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/mls-major-league-soccer/"><b>MLS</b></a><b>.</b></p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/mls-history-made-in-inter-miamis-win-over-colorado-rapids-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p>