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Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami reportedly in danger of losing Argentine target as South American giant makes late move

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After being on the verge of finalizing the deal, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami could receive a major blow as their signing of an Argentine target is reportedly being hijacked by a South American giant.

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Lionel Messi loses a potential Sergio Busquets replacement: Inter Miami reportedly miss out on signing South American star

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Following Sergio Busquets’ retirement, Inter Miami are searching for a marquee reinforcement in midfield. Despite having already made an offer for a South American star, he will join another team, meaning Lionel Messi loses a potential key…

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"I can’t believe he’ll stick to that" - MLS co-founder predicts Lionel Messi's international future ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

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MLS co-founder Alan Rothenberg has opened up about Lionel Messi's future with Argentina.

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami dealt blow as transfer target set for move to Europe: Reports

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Inter Miami have been handed a huge blow as their transfer target, Nicolas Fonseca, is set for a surprise move to Europe, according to reports.

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Indian Football Legend Calls Out VIP Culture After Lionel Messi's Kolkata Event: 'Sports Should Get Priority'

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Bhaichung Bhutia criticised the chaos at Lionel Messi's event in Kolkata, urging sports events to prioritize fans and players over political formalities and VIP delays.

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Why Was Lionel Messi Unhappy In Kolkata Despite ₹89 Crore India Tour Fee? Organizer Reveals...

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Lionel Messi left Kolkata early after chaotic scenes at Salt Lake Stadium, organiser Satadru Dutta reveals. SIT probes security lapses and financial details.

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Do you know how much Lionel Messi earned from his GOAT India Tour? Organiser spills the beans

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Argentine star footballer Lionel Messi recently visited India for his GOAT tour, which began with a visit to Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.

How much did Lionel Messi get for his India tour? Organiser breaks down expenditure

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Total expenditure for Lionel Messi's India tour was ₹100 crore. 30% of the amount was from sponsors, while another 30% was generated through ticket sales

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Lewis Morgan lifts lid on San Diego switch, Scotland World Cup dream and brutal Lionel Messi lesson

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The former Celtic and St Mirren ace has moved over 2500 miles across the States from New York Red Bulls but hopes the switch can help him book a spot back on the east coast with Scotland next summer.

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Lionel Messi Visibly Furious After Interviewers Quiz Inter Miami Player About Sexual Relations, Star Argentina Icon Shuts Down Hosts With No Nonsense Response (Watch Video)

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During an interview for LUZU TV, the current Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi got visibly furious after interviewers quizzed the football legend about sexual relations.

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Indian Billionaire’s Son Reportedly Gifted This $1.2 Million Richard Mille Watch To Lionel Messi

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Anant Ambani, son of India’s richest man Mukesh Ambani, gifted the soccer star a seven-figure watch on his recent trip to India.

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Lamine Yamal dethrones Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo with jaw-dropping 2025 shirt sales record

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Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo defined not only success on the pitch, but also global influence off it—shirts, posters, billboards, and endless replicas worn by fans across continents. Now, however, a new name is rewriting that order.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta makes feelings clear about Lionel Messi considering him as third-best coach in the world

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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has shared his thoughts on Lionel Messi voting him as the third-best coach in the world this year.

Messi’s Inter Miami reportedly targeting South American midfielder to replace Sergio Busquets

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With the retirement of Sergio Busquets, Inter Miami are reportedly interested in a South American midfielder to join Lionel Messi.

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Messi was ‘unhappy’ with being touched at Kolkata event: Dutta tells SIT

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Kolkata: Satadru Dutta, the arrested main organiser of Lionel Messi event here on December 13, has told investigators that the football icon was “unhappy with being touched or hugged” during his appearance at the Salt Lake Stadium and left…

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‘He made things difficult for me’ – Marcelo chooses between Ronaldo, Messi

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Former Real Madrid left-back, Marcelo, has named his favorite player between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Marcelo shared the dressing room with Ronaldo at Real Madrid and played against Messi at Barcelona. Marcelo told DjMaRiiO that…

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Lionel Messi was 'unhappy' with being touched at Kolkata event, says arrested organiser Satadru Dutta

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Satadru Dutta revealed that Messi disliked being touched and that security concerns were communicated before crowd control failure at the event.

MLS co-founder Alan Rothenberg on Messi, the salary cap, league growth, the USMNT, and the 2026 World Cup

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In an exclusive interview with World Soccer Talk, MLS co-founder and former U.S. Soccer president Alan Rothenberg spoke candidly about the growth of the league, Lionel Messi, the 2026 World Cup, and more.

Messi left Kolkata stadium as he was 'unhappy with being touched, hugged': Chief organiser tells SIT

Satadru Dutta, the arrested main organiser of the Kolkata event featuring football giant Lionel Messi, has told a Special Investigation Team (SIT) that the Argentine legend left the Salt Lake Stadium within minutes of his appearance on…

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“Is this why you came all the way?” - Lionel Messi loses cool after being asked about sexual relationships during interview

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Lionel Messi appeared to lose his cool with his interviewers after he was asked a sexual question during an interview.