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The Unseen Wealth: Inter Miami Star’s Family Outshines Messi and Ronaldo

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The Untold Wealth of Leandro Campana: Messi and Ronaldo Left in the Dust

The Unseen Wealth: Inter Miami Star's Family Outshines Messi and Ronaldo
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Leandro Campana, an Inter Miami teammate of Lionel Messi, is rumoured to be wealthier than the Argentine and even Cristiano Ronaldo. Corriere dello Sport reports this.

Fans may recognise Ecuadorian football player Campana as Messi’s teammate. But the player comes from an extraordinarily wealthy family. Their family’s primary source of riches is his grandma.

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One of the most prosperous businesswomen in South America is Isabel Noboa, who is also the football player’s grandmother. Guayaquil Stadium was built by Isabel with assistance from her grandfather, Isidro Campana. He additionally served as the minister of foreign trade and investment. As a result, he amassed enormous riches following his career as a professional tennis player.

While all is going on, Alvaro Campana, Leandro Campana’s uncle, is a well-known business tycoon in South America. Daniel Noboa, another of his uncles, has the potential to become the president of Ecuador.

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Leandro Campana’s family is thought to be worth close to €1000 million in total, which is a mind-boggling sum to put it mildly. He has a much larger net worth than two of the richest players in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

Ferdinand’s Criticism: Media’s Unfair Portrayal of Messi and Ronaldo Transfers

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After his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired on June 30, Lionel Messi completed a move to MLS team Inter Miami as a free agent. Meanwhile, Al-Nassr of the Saudi Pro League presently has Ronaldo as its captain.

However, since his relocation to the Middle East, the Portugal captain has frequently encountered criticism from fans. As he stated on JOE’s YouTube channel, Rio Ferdinand attacked the detractors and called them hypocrites: “Look at how the media and people dealt with Messi going to America & Cristiano Ronaldo going to Saudi Arabia. When a player goes to America, you greet him, but when a player goes to Saudi, he is attacked. Do you want to tell me that America is a perfect country?”

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A significant number of players have lately transferred to the Saudi Pro League. The league received unheard-of exposure as a result of Ronaldo’s move. Players often choose to sign with teams from the SPL due to the clubs’ exorbitant salaries offered to players.

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Record-Breaking Offer: Al Ittihad Ready to Splurge £200 Million for Mohamed Salah

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Liverpool’s Firm Stand: Salah Stays Put Despite Al Ittihad’s Mega Offer

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Mohamed Salah, a star for Liverpool, is allegedly still a priority for Al Ittihad. Following the rejection of their $150 million offer, the Saudi Arabian side is currently preparing a new offer.

Sky Sports reports that Liverpool has notified Al Ittihad of their reluctance to accept any bid for Salah this summer. Nevertheless, the Middle Eastern side is persevering because they think the forward wants to join them.

Jurgen Klopp, the manager of the Reds, earlier on deadline day asserted that the team had not heard of any offers for Salah. He believed the Egyptian would have to stay because he could not see any potential problems.

However, after Al Ittihad made their initial move for Salah in the previous few hours, things have altered. The Saudi Pro League team is not giving up despite the £100 million plus rumoured £50 million add-ons deal being promptly rejected.

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According to reports, the Saudi club is prepared to offer up to £200 million in order to secure a contract for Salah.

Liverpool Star Mohamed Salah Still in Al-Ittihad’s Sights with a New Offer on the Way

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Mohamed Salah, a star for Liverpool, will reportedly join Al Ittihad this summer, according to Richard Keys. The forward is eager to move, he continued, and the medical has already been scheduled.

He was keen to point out that since the Saudi window closes later this month, the sale might possibly go through after the deadline in the UK. He stated in a blog entry: “Now. Mo Salah. He’s definitely leaving Liverpool. I think we all agree on that. What we don’t know is when, but don’t be surprised if it’s this week. Or – perhaps everybody waits until the international break, but right now the deal to take him to the Saudi league is very much on. You’ve got to understand that what we hear in our part of the world is very different to what’s being said in the U.K.”

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Key upgrades: “We’re a whole lot closer to the source. We were discussing what’s happening on beINSPORTS Sunday when phones started going off. Messages were being received from people bang in the middle of the deal telling us that they’d got so far as arranging a medical this week.”

This summer, Mohamed Salah’s agent asserted that the forward has no intention of leaving Anfield. He said that if they had intended to depart so quickly, they would not have agreed to a new contract last summer.

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Manchester United Must Raise the Bar Against Arsenal, Advises Gary Neville

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Manchester United’s Inconsistent Form a Worry, Warns Gary Neville Before Arsenal Tie

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Gary Neville, a former player for Manchester United, has cautioned the Red Devils not to perform below par in their forthcoming match against Arsenal. The Gunners and Erik ten Hag’s team will square off on September 3 at the Emirates.

In the 2023–24 Premier League season, United has had a difficult start. On August 19, they were brutally defeated by Tottenham Hotspur, 2-0. Despite two wins over Wolverhampton Wanderers and Nottingham Forest, they haven’t played well overall.

The forthcoming matchup between Manchester United and Arsenal, in Neville’s opinion, will be a crucial test for them. He also noted that their performances during this campaign have fallen short of expectations.

On Sky Sports, the Englishman said: “Manchester United are decent on the counter-attack but it is a big test for them. Their performances so far this season have been below par. If you’re below par at the Emirates you will get beaten. United have to rise and raise their game, but Arsenal need to sort themselves out too.”

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The Red Devils have played three games and are presently ranked eighth in the Premier League, one point below the top four.

In contrast, Ten Hag’s team excelled throughout the 2022–23 campaign and finished third, four points ahead of Newcastle United in fourth place. From 38 league games, they won 23 of them.

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Gary Neville Predicts Tactical Shift: Arteta Set to Abandon Experiment in Arsenal vs. Manchester United

For the match against Manchester United, Neville predicts that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta will switch back to using four proper defenders.

In place of Gabriel Magalhaes this season, the Gunners have been utilising Thomas Partey as their right-back. While asserting that he will return to his foundations for the match versus United, Neville has characterised Arteta’s plan as an experiment. The once employed defender for Manchester United said: “I would say that for me, looking at Arsenal, there is an element of experimentation, and this expectation that full-backs think they can play midfield and midfielders think they can play at full-back.”

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He continued: “Thomas Partey is playing half-and-half in a game, and sometimes there is an element that you need to go back to basics. I would expect next week that Arteta is going to end that experiment and probably go with a solid back four with four defenders.”

In his formation this year, Arteta has used Thomas Partey, an Arsenal midfielder, as a right-back. Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice will be the midfielder’s natural teammates under the Spanish manager, according to Neville.

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He remarked: “He will maybe move Partey into midfield along with [Declan] Rice and Martin Odegaard, to get back to something which resembles what a team should look like.”

Along with winning two of their first three games this season, Arsenal had also drawn their prior matchup with Fulham.

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Wrong Call by Enrique: PSG Manager’s About-Face on Mbappe and Dembele’s Role

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Enrique’s About-Turn: PSG Manager Concedes Misreading Mbappe and Dembele Impact

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Despite the eagerly anticipated comeback of Kylian Mbappe, PSG lost to Toulouse in the Ligue 1 match. Both teams scored penalties in the game’s 1-1 draw.

The press questioned manager Luis Enrique about the team’s inability to make a breakthrough after they had yet to record a victory in the league. According to the Spaniard, his team in the second half was considerably more unbalanced than it was in the first.

It’s interesting that Enrique brought on Kylian Mbappe and newcomer Ousmane Dembele as his two halftime substitutions. Enrique’s comments thus gave rise to rumours of alleged discontent in the dressing room.

The PSG manager quickly addressed the situation, putting an end to all the rumours before they could spread. The former Barcelona manager said the following during a press conference on Friday on PSG’s next match against Lens (via French Football Weekly):”If Dembele and Mbappé brought an imbalance when returning? I often say that these hot analyzes are not correct.””My analysis was incorrect after Toulouse. The whole match was controlled, I was wrong. We have to work on this adaptation of the players. Finding a balance based on new entrants is the most exciting thing to come for me.The thing that excites me the most about the future is finding a balance based on fresh entries.

PSG is now undergoing a significant squad restructure after selling players like Neymar and Lionel Messi. The Parisians have therefore added a lot of attacking reinforcements, including as Goncalo Ramos, Kang-in Lee, Marco Asensio, and Ousmane Dembele. Making the new signings gel is a difficult challenge for new manager Luis Enrique because Kylian Mbappe is also back in the equation.

Mbappe’s Captaincy Bid Falls Short, Claims Fourth Spot in PSG Poll

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PSG has previously observed an anonymous poll to choose the club’s captain for the 2023–24 campaign. Despite the fact that Kylian Mbappe and transfer-listed Marco Verratti appeared to be in the lead, the results of a second private vote showed otherwise.

Following midfielder Danilo Pereira and fellow countryman Presnel Kimpembe, Mbappe came in at number four on the list, as per RMC Sport. Following his victory in the poll, Marquinhos kept the captain’s armband, demonstrating once more that his teammates still believe in and respect him.

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The belief in Kylian Mbappe’s ability to lead the team appears to have diminished as the possibility of a transfer away from the French city remains a major concern. The 2018 World Cup champion will be a free agent in the summer of 2019 if things continue as they are.

Must-See: Mumbai City Players’ Priceless Reactions to AFC Champions League Draw Against Neymar’s Al Hilal

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Mumbai City’s Camp Buzzing with Excitement: Welcoming Neymar’s Al Hilal in AFC Champions League

Must-See: Mumbai City Players' Priceless Reactions to AFC Champions League Draw Against Neymar's Al Hilal
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After being drawn in Group D with Neymar’s Al Hilal, Mumbai City published a behind-the-scenes video of their team’s reaction. The excitement in the Mumbai City camp was apparent as they prepared to welcome the Barcelona and PSG icon to India.

The draw was met with increased excitement by Indian fans and players as a result of Neymar’s summer transfer to Saudi Pro League team Al Hilal. Here is a video of the Mumbai City players responding to the draw:

The Islanders won the ISL League Winners Shield and the subsequent Club Play-off match against Jamshedpur FC to earn a spot in the continental championship.

At Pune’s renowned Shree Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Mumbai City will host their AFC Champions League home matches. Fans are looking forward to learning who will be the official broadcaster as well as the group stage schedule and schedule of events.

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Mumbai City’s Journey to Knockouts: Clash with Neymar’s Al Hilal in AFC Champions League

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Al Hilal, Nassaji Mazandaran, Mumbai City, and Navbahor are the teams in Group D of the AFC Champions League. There is a buzz among supporters and within the Mumbai City camp about the possibility of Neymar visiting India for a competitive match.

Coach Des Buckingham and captain Rahul Bheke of Mumbai City discussed their hopes and expectations for the upcoming competition during a press conference held following the draw.

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Bheke gave the press (through News18) an assessment on the prior season and the lessons discovered: “Our preparations for the Champions League will be the same, last season we had an opportunity but we did our best, got two wins but did not manage to qualify for the knockouts, but this year our target will be to reach the knockouts, for that we have already started with our preparations.”

The draw was met with confidence and eagerness by Coach Buckingham. He said with obvious enthusiasm that he will face Hilal: “As we all know Al Hilal are one of the best teams in Asia, it is a great challenge for all of us. We all are ready; we just have to go there and do our best.”

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Mumbai City are prepared to take on the Saudi Arabian team with a clear objective of making the knockout rounds and the enthusiastic responses from the coach and captain.

Mumbai City are prepared to take on the Saudi Arabian team with a clear objective of making the knockout rounds and the enthusiastic responses from the coach and captain.

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Mbappe’s Future at PSG Hangs on Signing 2 Attackers: Transfer Deadline Drama

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Mbappe’s Potential Exit: PSG’s Search for Attackers Kolo Muani and Barcola

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According to reports, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is willing to sell Kylian Mbappe this summer if they can recruit two attackers.

Andres Onrubia Ramos (h/t Madrid Zone) claims that the Parisians would be willing to let the Frenchman go in exchange for Randal Kolo Muani and Bradley Barcola.

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The 24-year-old French striker Kolo Muani has caught the attention of numerous European clubs this summer. In 46 appearances for Eintracht Frankfurt last season, he scored 23 goals and provided 17 assists.

Bradley Barcola, a 20-year-old attacker, shone for Olympique Lyon in Ligue 1 last year. Last year, he enjoyed a breakout season, scoring seven goals and dishing up ten assists in just 31 games. He is a Lyon academy graduate and is predicted to get to the top in the next few years.

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Regarding Mbappe, the partnership between PSG and the player hit an all-time low this summer, but things are improving now. In the absence of a contract extension for his current deal, which expires in 2019, PSG planned to trade him this summer. They apparently want more than €250 million for the player.

Since Mbappe returned to the first team recently, relations between the player and the team have improved. How long the equilibrium will last before the inevitable contract drama recurs is yet unknown.

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Kolo Muani was the subject of a previous offer from Les Parisians that Eintracht Frankfurt turned down, and they are anticipated to make another one soon. Although Lyon is holding out for a higher price, Barcola was the subject of a €35 million offer.

Mega Bid Alert: European Giants Plot €120 Million Move for Kylian Mbappe

To get Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain before the transfer season ends, Real Madrid is reportedly prepared to make a €120 million offer. Karim Benzema, who moved for Al-Ittihad on a free transfer, has not been replaced up front by the Spanish powerhouses.

Over the years, a transfer for the French superstar has frequently been linked to Real Madrid. As a temporary solution to replace Benzema while they continue their chase of Mbappe, Los Blancos have borrowed Joselu from RCD Espanyol.

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From Rising Star to Controversial Departure: Mason Greenwood’s Manchester United Exit

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Controversy Surrounds Mason Greenwood’s Exit from Manchester United

From Rising Star to Controversial Departure: Mason Greenwood's Manchester United Exit
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After announcing Mason Greenwood’s departure, Manchester United came under fire from Gary Neville for how they handled the situation.

Greenwood will be leaving the Red Devils, according to a statement the team issued on Monday (August 21). The 21-year-old was detained in January 2022 on suspicion of sexual assault-related offences, but the accusations were later withdrawn.

Then, Manchester United carried out its own internal probe into the situation. This process took several months, during which time fans received little information about its development or the viewpoints of Old Trafford’s management.

Neville has criticised his previous team for their debatable inquiry. The proper choice was taken, he told Sky Sports: “Yes, I think [they made the right decision]. It was clear from day one, to me and to everyone who saw what was released, that he would never play for Manchester United.”

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The commentator continued by going into detail about the inquiry, which he described as horrifying: “They got there, but I would say the process to get there was pretty horrific. I think when you have important and difficult situations like this, it requires strong and authoritative leadership and it comes from the very top and Manchester United don’t have that.”

Before receiving a significant amount of negative feedback from fans, the club was reportedly ready to bring Greenwood back. After that, they reversed course, which angered a lot of people in the public owing to the nature of their original choice.

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Neville touched on this when he provided the following justification for not letting United make such a significant decision: “And on an issue like domestic abuse and violence against women, that brings me to a third point: it takes independence. Manchester United must not be judge and jury on such an important issue, not only for themselves, but also for the game.”

In regards to Greenwood’s departure from the team, the Red Devils claim they will cooperate with him. His entire career has been spent at Old Trafford, as he rose through the youth ranks before transitioning to the senior team in 2018. In 129 games across various tournaments, he collected 35 goals and 12 assists.

Manchester United’s Choice on Greenwood Applauded by Women’s Equality Party, Statement Critiqued

The Women’s Equality Party (WEP) applauds Manchester United for not rehiring Greenwood. Yet they adamantly maintain that ‘enormous’ press and social media pressure was the driving force behind the choice.

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The Women’s Equality Party (WEP) applauds Manchester United for not rehiring Greenwood. Yet they adamantly maintain that ‘enormous’ press and social media pressure was the driving force behind the choice.

Chris Paouros, a WEP representative, is cited by The Daily Mail. He claims there was no regret in the club’s statement: “Manchester United’s statement today showed no remorse, despite admitting to ‘mistakes’, it doesn’t take responsibility, and it doesn’t once mention how the club is tackling violence against women and girls.”

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It hasn’t helped address the problem of domestic violence, according to Paouros’s further claims: “It will do nothing to reassure women that claims made against men in positions of power in their club will be taken seriously.”

As it relates to Greenwood’s circumstance, there has been division inside the United camp. According to reports, Red Devils manager Erik ten Hag and his players are amenable to his coming back. Nevertheless, if he had returned, a few employees thought about quitting the club.

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Antetokounmpo’s Unusual Shift: Cheering Against Messi for the First Time

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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Dual Loyalties: From Nashville SC Owner to Messi Supporter

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On Saturday night, NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who also owns Nashville SC, will support the opposition.

On social media, minority owner Antetokounmpo of Nashville SC announced that he would be supporting the Argentine for the first time in his life. Prior to the game, the star player for the Milwaukee Bucks was seen kicking the ball around and performing Cristiano Ronaldo’s signature “siiuu” celebration.

The NBA player declared before the game, “It’s gonna be the first time I’m rooting against Messi.”

“I expect both teams to play at a high level, but at the end of the day… When i was playing in the NBA Finals two years ago I enjoyed every single minute. You can never have this moment back, you can never take it for granted, you never know if you’re going to be here again at this stage, so, playing a final game against one of the greatest players to ever play this game, I know that our guys are going to come out, play hard, play together and try to get a win.”

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The first-ever Leagues Cup will also be awarded to the victor of Saturday’s match between Nashville SC and Inter Miami, who will both be going head-to-head for the first trophy of their careers.

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The NBA star wasn’t the only famous person present; prior to the game, Reese Witherspoon and David Beckham, the owner of Inter Miami, were photographed along with Nashville SC owner and fellow owner Nashville SC.

Following the conclusion of the Leagues Cup, Miami will focus on their return to MLS and the U.S. Open Cup, where they will play FC Cincinnati in the semifinals on Wednesday.

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“Huge and Ugly”- Fans Stunned by Leagues Cup Trophy Size Ahead of Inter Miami vs. Nashville Final: Messi’s Lifting Challenge

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Twitter Abuzz as Messi and Inter Miami Prepare to Tackle the Enormous Leagues Cup Trophy

"Huge and Ugly"- Fans Stunned by Leagues Cup Trophy Size Ahead of Inter Miami vs. Nashville Final: Messi's Lifting Challenge
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An photograph of the Leagues Cup trophy has appeared online ahead of the August 19 Leagues Cup final between Inter Miami and Nashville FC, the team of Lionel Messi. The same has prompted responses from fans on Twitter.

Messi scored once as Inter defeated Philadelphia Union 4-1 to secure their spot in the championship match. Inter are unbeaten in the competition. The captain of Argentina, who scored nine goals and provided an assist in six games, has been a major contributor to his team’s success.

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His first trophy for the MLS team is almost upon him now. But fans have been somewhat surprised by the ludicrous size of the Leagues Cup trophy. A user tweeted: “We’re about to fill it with Ronaldo FC tears.”

Another stated: “How will Messi lift this fr though?”

The following are some of the top Twitter responses:

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Messi Opens Up: Adapting to Life as an Inter Miami Player

To life as an Inter Miami player, Lionel Messi has adjusted admirably. The Argentine appears content both on and off the pitch, and this has shown in his performances.

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The seven-time winner of the Ballon d’Or has been electrifying on the pitch and has talked about how Miami has helped him adjust to the league. The 36-year-old stated the following during a press conference on Thursday (GOAL quotes):

“People in this city and this club have made it easy for us. The fans, the people that I meet every day on the streets in the city we are now, it’s a spectacular city, and that’s why I can live with happiness.”

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And he said: “We are in that adaptation period. The kids are going to school soon, and that will help to get to the end of that adjustment and get used to daily life. It’s only a small period to complete the adaptation, but it’s been much easier than we thought.”

In the 15-team MLS Eastern Conference, Inter Miami was in last position when the Argentine captain signed. But as they aim for their first championship after winning the Leagues Cup, their fortunes have drastically changed.

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Taylor Twellman’s MLS Defense: Celebrating Messi’s Influence on Inter Miami

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Taylor Twellman Defends MLS Against Critics Amidst Messi’s Impact on Inter Miami

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Taylor Twellman, a former member of the USMNT, slammed on Twitter (X) those who criticised the MLS after Lionel Messi’s accomplishments for Inter Miami.

Inter Miami, with only 18 points, are now last in the MLS Eastern Conference rankings. They had no chance of winning the Leagues Cup, according to many.

But the club’s direction was radically changed by Lionel Messi’s arrival on July 15. With nine goals and one assist in six matches, the 2022 FIFA World Cup champion lit up the competition. Herons had an incredible run to the Leagues Cup final thanks to his accomplishments.

On August 15, Messi added another goal as Inter Miami defeated Philadelphia Union 4-1 to advance to the final versus Nashville on August 19 at Geodis Park.

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While the Argentine’s outstanding run has left many fans impressed, some have criticised the MLS, even raising concerns about the quality of defending in the league.

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Yesterday (16th August), a supporter tweeted the following: “Seen so many people commenting on Messi. His goal record is great for @MLS ….It’s bad for @MLS …….Messi is still the greatest…no he is isn’t @MLS is just bad. Blah Blah Blah…….. Either way this is what a healthy sports culture is about. differing opinions but key is.”

In response to this tweet, Twellman defended the MLS (via GOAL): “#Messi did this 8x with Barcelona (6 straight games to start a campaign with a goal) and nobody asked if it was “good or bad” for La Liga or Barcelona. He scored 7 goals in a World Cup against the best in the world, there was no line of demarcation. Just enjoy it! #MLS”

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It’s interesting to note that Lionel Messi set a La Liga record in 2012–13 by scoring 33 goals in 21 consecutive games.

Barcelona’s Messi: A Tale of Records, Trophies, and Total Brilliance

When he most recently defended the MLS, Taylor Twellman cited Lionel Messi’s goalscoring stats for Barcelona. The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner’s performance for the Blaugrana will be examined.

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Between 2004 and 2021, Messi worked as a professional for Barcelona, cementing his place among the sport’s all-time greats. In 778 appearances, the 36-year-old had the most Blaugrana goals and assists ever scored (672 goals and 303 assists).

The legendary Argentinean won 35 significant titles for the team as well, including two historic trebles. In addition, he set a record in Europe by scoring 91 goals in the entire year of 2012. Due to the Blaugrana’s financial difficulties, Lionel Messi eventually signed with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the summer of 2021. While he had some success there, it paled in comparison to the heights he attained with Barcelona.

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