<p>The<strong> MLS 2024 All-Star Game</strong> is nearly upon us, and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Major League Soccer</a></strong> has announced the roster for the annual event. Once again, it will be a dream team from MLS facing off against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/liga-mx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Liga MX</a></strong>’s best.&nbsp;</p>



<p>In 2022, the MLS All-Stars defeated their Liga MX counterparts 2-1 in Minnesota. However, in 2023, Premier League giants Arsenal dominated MLS with a 5-0 scoreline at Audi Field in Washington, D.C.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Now, the game returns to Columbus where <strong>Lionel Messi, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Luis Suarez</a>, Riqui Puig, and Cucho Hernández</strong> will all feature on the same roster to challenge Liga MX.</p>



<h2>MLS 2024 All-Star Game Roster</h2>



<p>The roster was assembled as follows:</p>



<ul><li>12 players were determined by fan vote, media, and players.</li><li>16 players were selected by MLS All-Star head coach Wilfried Nancy of the host team, Columbus Crew.</li><li>2 players were chosen by MLS Commissioner Don Garber.</li></ul>



<p><strong>Roster:</strong></p>



<p><strong>FC Cincinnati</strong></p>



<ul><li>Luciano Acosta</li><li>Luca Orellano</li><li>Miles Robinson</li></ul>



<p><strong>Colorado Rapids</strong></p>



<ul><li>Keegan Rosenberry</li></ul>



<p><strong>Columbus Crew</strong></p>



<ul><li>Rudy Camacho</li><li>Cucho Hernández</li><li>Steven Moreira</li><li>Darlington Nagbe</li><li>Diego Rossi</li></ul>


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<p><strong>FC Dallas</strong></p>



<ul><li>Maarten Paes</li></ul>



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<p><strong>D.C. United</strong></p>



<ul><li>Christian Benteke</li><li>Aaron Herrera</li></ul>



<p><strong>Houston Dynamo FC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Héctor Herrera</li></ul>



<p><strong>Inter Miami CF</strong></p>



<ul><li>Jordi Alba</li><li>Sergio Busquets</li><li><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a></li><li>Luis Suárez</li></ul>



<p><strong>LA Galaxy</strong></p>



<ul><li>Riqui Puig</li></ul>



<p><strong>LAFC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Denis Bouanga</li><li>Hugo Lloris</li></ul>



<p><strong>Minnesota United FC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Robin Lod</li></ul>



<p><strong>CF Montréal</strong></p>



<ul><li>Mathieu Choinière</li></ul>



<p><strong>Nashville SC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Hany Mukhtar</li></ul>



<p><strong>New York City FC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Thiago Martins</li></ul>



<p><strong>Portland Timbers</strong></p>



<ul><li>Evander</li></ul>



<p><strong>Real Salt Lake</strong></p>



<ul><li>Cristian Arango</li><li>Justen Glad</li></ul>



<p><strong>St. Louis CITY SC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Roman Bürki</li></ul>



<p><strong>Toronto FC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Federico Bernardeschi</li></ul>


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<p><strong>Vancouver Whitecaps FC</strong></p>



<ul><li>Ryan Gauld</li></ul>

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Lionel Messi and the MLS All-Star game roster - Bolavip US

Lionel Messi and the MLS All-Star game roster

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<p>The trifecta known as MSN at FC Barcelona played some brilliant soccer, with the goal-scoring touch of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Luis Suarez</a></strong>, the flair of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/neymar" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Neymar</a></strong>, and the magic of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a></strong>. It was Neymar who left Barcelona to go it alone at PSG; eventually, all three would find different paths.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Today, Messi and Suarez are back together at <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a></strong>, a team that has become a sort of haven for the Barcelona of yesteryear, with a good amount of on-field and a great amount of off-field success.</p>



<p>&nbsp;Neymar is in the Saudi Pro League on a mega-contract that runs until the middle of 2025. At 32, Neymar can still offer a lot, and in a recent interview with Pollo Alvarez, Lionel Messi spoke about a possible return of MSN.</p>



<h2>Lionel Messi on MSN at Inter Miami</h2>


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<p><em>“We talk often! We even have a group chat with the three of us, including Luis. Ney speaks perfect Spanish…”</em></p>



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<p>“<em>A little message to recruit him? No, I don’t know. The truth is, it’s difficult now. He’s in Saudi Arabia, and I think he has a year left on his contract. He had a tough year, where he was injured for a long time. So, it’s difficult now”.</em></p>



<p>“<em>After that, I don’t know. Life takes so many turns that anything can happen, but I think, for now, no”.</em></p>


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<p>Neymar is currently recuperating from an ACL injury suffered with Brazil during World Cup qualifying against Uruguay. The ACL recovery will result in Neymar missing the 2024 Copa America.</p>

Is the MSN reuniting at Inter Miami? 

Lionel Messi talks about a MSN reunion at Inter Miami - Bolavip US

Lionel Messi talks about a MSN reunion at Inter Miami

<p>The international window is taking center stage with the Copa America drawing nearer, forcing many MLS sides such as <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> to play games without key players. But it seems that <strong>Luis Suarez</strong> will be eligible for Gerardo Martino.</p>



<p>The Uruguayan striker <strong>does not appear on the list of players on international duty for the June window</strong> published by the Major League Soccer official website. This suggests <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/uruguay">Uruguay</a></strong> coach <strong>Marcelo Bielsa is not counting on </strong><em><strong>Lucho</strong> </em>for <em>La Celeste</em>‘s upcoming games.</p>



<p>Suarez, 37, is clearly not getting any younger, but his fantastic form in South Florida <strong>made people think a return to the international scene</strong> could be on the cards. In his first year in the US, the former Barcelona striker is making an impression with <strong>14 goals and 7 assists in 20 games</strong> between MLS and Concacaf Champions Cup.</p>



<p>However, <strong>it looks like Bielsa is moving forward with a younger generation of players</strong>. The only Uruguayans in MLS who appear on the list published by the league are Orlando City stars Cesar Araujo and Facundo Torres, along with LAFC forward Cristian Olivera.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240605_BUS_130483_Suarez-Bielsa-1024x576_486e6f94.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Luis Suarez (L) and Giorgian de Arrascaeta (R) of Uruguay talk with Marcelo Bielsa coach of Uruguay during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Uruguay and Bolivia at Centenario Stadium on November 21, 2023 in Montevideo, Uruguay." class="wp-image-130496" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/Suarez-Bielsa-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/Suarez-Bielsa-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/Suarez-Bielsa-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/Suarez-Bielsa-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/Suarez-Bielsa.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Luis Suarez (L) and Giorgian de Arrascaeta (R) of Uruguay talk with Marcelo Bielsa coach of Uruguay during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier match between Uruguay and Bolivia at Centenario Stadium on November 21, 2023 in Montevideo, Uruguay.</figcaption></figure>



<p>Inter Miami, meanwhile, will have <strong>four players on international duty</strong>. Their most notable absence will be <strong>Lionel Messi</strong>, who is set to take part in the Copa America with Argentina, while <strong>Benjamin Cremaschi</strong> (USMNT U-23), <strong>Matias Rojas</strong> (Paraguay) and <strong>David Ruiz</strong> (Honduras) will also be out.</p>


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<h2>Uruguay preparing for 2024 Copa America without Suarez</h2>



<p>Uruguay will play Mexico in an international friendly today (June 5) at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado as they prepare for the 2024 Copa America in the United States. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Suarez</a> won’t take part in this game, <strong>with the following players getting the call-up:</strong></p>



<p>Sergio Rochet, Santiago Mele, Sebastián Cáceres, José María Giménez, Lucas Olaza, Mathías Olivera, Nahitan Nández, Manuel Ugarte, César Araújo, Rodrigo Bentancur, Facundo Pellistri, Maximiliano Araújo, Brian Rodríguez, Facundo Torres, Luciano Rodríguez, Darwin Núñez.</p>



<h3>Uruguay’s matches in the 2024 Copa America Group C</h3>



<ul><li><strong>June 23</strong>: Uruguay vs. Panama (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami)</li><li><strong>June 27</strong>: Uruguay vs. Bolivia (MetLife Stadium, New Jersey)</li><li><strong>July 1</strong>: USA vs. Uruguay (Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas</li></ul>



<h2>Inter Miami’s matches during the 2024 Copa America</h2>



<p>The Copa America will take place <strong>from June 20 to July 15</strong>. While the Herons already know Messi will probably miss at least six matches, the team is still wondering whether Suarez will be available for selection.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240605_BUS_130483_Luis-Suarez-9-of-Inter-Miami-reacts-to-a-call-in-the-second-half-of-the-Major-League-Soccer-Match-a-1024x576_67f04d1d.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Luis Suarez #9 of Inter Miami reacts to a call in the second half of the Major League Soccer Match against the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena on March 23, 2024 in Harrison, New Jersey." class="wp-image-114309" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/Luis-Suarez-9-of-Inter-Miami-reacts-to-a-call-in-the-second-half-of-the-Major-League-Soccer-Match-a-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/Luis-Suarez-9-of-Inter-Miami-reacts-to-a-call-in-the-second-half-of-the-Major-League-Soccer-Match-a-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/Luis-Suarez-9-of-Inter-Miami-reacts-to-a-call-in-the-second-half-of-the-Major-League-Soccer-Match-a-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/Luis-Suarez-9-of-Inter-Miami-reacts-to-a-call-in-the-second-half-of-the-Major-League-Soccer-Match-a-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/03/Luis-Suarez-9-of-Inter-Miami-reacts-to-a-call-in-the-second-half-of-the-Major-League-Soccer-Match-a.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Luis Suarez #9 of Inter Miami reacts to a call in the second half of the Major League Soccer Match against the New York Red Bulls at Red Bull Arena on March 23, 2024 in Harrison, New Jersey.</figcaption></figure>



<ul><li><strong>June 15</strong>: Philadelphia vs Inter Miami</li><li><strong>June 19</strong>: Inter Miami vs Columbus Crew</li><li><strong>June 29</strong>: Nashville vs Inter Miami</li><li><strong>July 3</strong>: Charlotte vs Inter Miami</li><li><strong>July 6</strong>: Cincinnati vs Inter Miami</li><li><strong>July 17</strong>: Inter Miami vs Toronto</li><li><strong>July 20:</strong> Inter Miami vs Chicago</li></ul>



<p>While the Copa America will be over by the Toronto fixture, Messi <strong>could still be on vacation</strong> depending on how far Argentina go in the tournament. A week after the Chicago game, the MLS season will stop to make room for the Leagues Cup, with Miami playing Puebla on July 27.</p>

Uruguay boss makes harsh decision on Inter Miami star Luis Suarez

Luis Suarez snubbed as Uruguay HC Marcelo Bielsa makes decision on Inter Miami star - Bolavip US

Uruguay coach makes strong decision on Luis Suarez

Uruguay coach reportedly makes strong decision on Inter Miami star Luis Suarez

<p>Even the GOAT needs a night off, and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a></strong> and his best buddy <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">L<strong>uis Suarez</strong></a><strong> </strong>were with their wives <strong>Antonela Roccuzzo and Sofia Balbi</strong> at the famed Bresh Fiesta in Miami. When Messi walked into the festival those in attendance went crazy at the sight of the best soccer player in history.</p>



<p>Messi did his part to earn a party and a night on the town with a two-goal performance for his club <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a> in their 3-1 win over Nashville SC. Inter Miami are currently in first place in MLS and are on top of the Supporters Shield standings.</p>



<p>Luis Suarez has also earned his night out with his wife as the Uruguayan has been one of the club’s top scorers despite concerns over his nagging knee issues.</p>



<h2>Messi parties in Miami</h2>



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<p>Videos have surfaced of Messi dancing to the music next to Roccuzzo and having a drink in his hand. Messi looked relaxed and enjoying himself. Messi was not alone as Luis Suarez was also there with wife Sofia Balbi and the four were photographed by many photographers.</p>


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<p>The fiesta is said to be<strong><em> “The greatest happiness in the world, having you in our home.”,</em></strong> and continues to mark a new lease on life for Messi and his family as the Argentine continues to play the sport he loves, while now enjoying the perks of being the GOAT.</p>



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<p>Other famous streamers like Ibai and Juan Guarnizo were also there and a video captured Messi dancing to the music Quevedo and Bizarrap.</p>


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Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and Antonela Roccuzzo party at the Bresh Fiesta in Miami

Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo party at the Bresh Fiesta - Bolavip US

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> had one of those nights. The Argentine star recorded <strong>both a goal and an assist in less than 25 minutes </strong>to pave the way for <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong>‘s 3-1 victory over <strong>Nashville</strong> (5-3 on aggregate) in the second leg of the <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong> round of 16.</p>



<p>Only five minutes into the match, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner sent Chase Stadium wild by <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-lionel-messi-assists-luis-suarez-to-put-inter-miami-ahead-vs-nashville">assisting Luis Suarez</a></strong> to let Inter Miami take the lead in the game and the series. </p>



<p>Far from slowing down after that early opener, Leo kept on looking to extend the lead and his effort paid off <strong>after 23′</strong>, as he put the ball in the back of the net to make things 2-0 for Inter Miami (4-2 on aggregate).</p>



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<p>With the game in control, coach Gerardo Martino subbed off Messi after 50′ to send Robert Taylor in, and the winger capitalized on a great cross by Suarez to make things 3-0 only 13 minutes later. Sam Surridge pulled one back in the dying seconds of the match but Nashville’s fate was already sealed.</p>



<h2>Messi on fire as Inter Miami advance in the Concachampions</h2>



<p>Messi now has two goals in the Concacaf Champions Cup, as he already found the net in the first leg at Geodis Park last week. Overall, he boasts <strong>five goals in as many games across all competitions in 2024,</strong> as he scored three times in the Major League Soccer this year.</p>



<p>The 36-year-old netted a late equalizer for the Herons against Los Angeles Galaxy on the road before bagging a brace in the commanding, 5-0 derby win against Florida rivals Orlando City the following weekend.</p>


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<p>Last week, Messi led an impressive comeback for the Herons at Geodis Park. With his side trailing 2-0 and the hosts threatening to score the third of the night, Leo came up with a moment of magic to pull one back and put Miami back in the game. In the dying seconds of the match, Suarez tied the game with a clutch header. Back at home, the duo helped the Herons get the job done to punch a ticket to the next round.</p>



<p>At the moment of this article, Inter Miami are still waiting to see who their next opponents will be as Monterrey play FC Cincinnati (10:15 PM ET) for a place in the quarterfinals.</p>



<p>Columbus Crew, Pachuca, Tigres UANL, and Herediano are already qualified for the next round, whereas Club América-Guadalajara and Alajuelense-New England Revolution are also fighting for a place in the Concachampions last eight.</p>

Messi, Suarez score as Inter Miami beat Nashville to progress in Concachampions

Messi, Suarez score as Inter Miami beat Nashville to progress in Concachampions - Bolavip US

<p>The duo has done it again. It took only five minutes for <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a></strong> to combine for the first goal of the night as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami"><strong>Inter Miami</strong></a> look for a <strong>Concacaf Champions Cup</strong> quarterfinal berth against <strong>Nashville</strong>.</p>



<p>The Argentine superstar was in control close to the box when he saw his former Barcelona teammate in a perfect position to score. Like in the good old days, the duo proved a <strong>lethal combo for their opponents</strong>.</p>



<p>Last week, they were also the ones who <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-messi-scores-for-inter-miami-vs-nashville-with-assist-from-suarez">saved Inter Miami at Geodis Park</a>, with Messi pulling one back in the second half before Suarez netted a dramatic header to make things level on aggregate.</p>



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<h2>Messi, Suarez put Inter Miami closer to the next round</h2>



<p>This puts Inter Miami in an even more comfortable position to try and claim a place in the quarterfinals. Since the Concachampions has the away goal rule, the Herons will progress even with a 1-1 draw.</p>



<p>But of course, winning is always better and as long as they’re ahead in the scoresheet, the safer they’ll feel throughout the game. <strong>Nashville now need to score at least two goals</strong> to keep their hopes alive.</p>


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<p>The winner of this series will take <strong>on Monterrey or FC Cincinnati</strong>, who will clash for their quarterfinal spot later tonight. The Liga MX giants hold a 1-0 aggregate advantage, but we’ll see how the story ends.</p>



<p>Columbus Crew, Pachuca, Tigres UANL, and Herediano were the first teams to advance to the next round of the competition. Club América-Guadalajara and Alajuelense-New England Revolution are the other teams fighting for a place in the final eight. </p>

Video: Lionel Messi assists Luis Suarez to put Inter Miami ahead vs Nashville

Video: Lionel Messi assists Luis Suarez to put Inter Miami ahead vs Nashville - Bolavip US

<p><strong>CF Montreal </strong>may have gotten a big win over <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Luis Suarez</a></strong> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a>, but even though Tata Martino’s side dropped a 3-2 result, they were no pushovers, even without <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a>.</p>



<p>One of the heroes for the Canadian side was Matias Coccaro, a Uruguayan striker whose biggest claim to fame was cult hero status in Argentine top division side Huracan. Matias Coccaro scored 29 goals in 95 appearances.</p>



<p>Before that spell, <strong>Matias Coccaro</strong> had played for Montevideo City Torque, Rampla Juniors, and Villa Teresa with modest results, scoring a goal against a team with Messi and Suarez might sound like a dream, but getting Uruguay’s GOAT kit is an even bigger one.</p>



<h2>Matias Coccaro on Luis Suarez</h2>


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<p>Matias Coccaro in the post-game press conference held up Luis Suarez’s kit and was just all smiles showing it off<em><strong>, “When my dad sees this, he’s going to die…I remember seeing Suarez for the first time in 2006 vs. Rocha, when he scored the 3rd goal.”</strong></em></p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🎙️ Matias Coccaro of <a href="https://twitter.com/cfmontreal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cfmontreal</a> 🇨🇦 after being gifted Luis Suarez’s jersey <br><br>• “When my dad sees this, he’s going to die…I remember seeing Suarez for the first time in 2006 vs. Rocha, when he scored the 3rd goal.”<br> <a href="https://t.co/SpdP1MOnlq">pic.twitter.com/SpdP1MOnlq</a></p>— Uruguay Football ENG (@UruguayFootENG) <a href="https://twitter.com/UruguayFootENG/status/1767188946889458065?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 11, 2024</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">Aquí el gol del 🇺🇾 Cóccaro para <a href="https://twitter.com/cfmontreal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cfmontreal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/MLSes?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MLSes</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Garracharrua?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Garracharrua</a><br> <a href="https://t.co/fCXLrEUVxA">pic.twitter.com/fCXLrEUVxA</a></p>— Alejandro Figueredo (@afigue2010) <a href="https://twitter.com/afigue2010/status/1766959730197409949?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 10, 2024</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>Coccaro scored the go ahead 2-1 goal off a cross using his head, it was the Uruguayans first in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Major League Soccer</a>. CF Montreal is tied on points with Inter Miami in first place after 4 weeks of the MLS 2024 regular season.</p>


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Matias Coccaro on Luis Suarez kit

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CF Montreal’s Matias Coccaro over the moon with his Luis Suarez kit

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> stepped up when <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> needed him the most during the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf">Concacaf</a> Champions Cup</strong> clash against <strong>Nashville</strong>. With the hosts leading 2-0, the Argentine star was <strong>assisted by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a></strong> to pull one back for his side at Geodis Park. In the dying minutes of the match, the Uruguayan striker scored a <strong>last-gasp equalizer</strong> to save the series for the Herons.</p>



<p><strong>The night didn’t start well</strong> for the visitors, with Jacob Shaffelburg putting Nashville in front after just four minutes. From then on, Gerardo Martino’s side tried to hit back but the home side managed to hold Messi and company.</p>



<p>Gary Smith’s men continued to create danger though, but couldn’t extend the difference before halftime. The break seemed to have a better effect on Nashville though, as they came back to the field with an aggressive mindset.</p>



<p>It took them only one minute into the second half to make things 2-0, with Shaffelburg on fire as he netted a great rocket past Drake Callender. The hosts almost built momentum but missed two great chances, paving the way for Messi to reduce the distance.</p>



<h2>The Messi-Suarez connection saves Inter Miami in Nashville</h2>



<p>52 minutes into the match, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner came up with a moment of magic by <strong>firing a great effort from outside the box into the back of the net.</strong></p>



<p>While this was Messi’s first goal in the Concachampions, it’s <strong>his fourth of the year</strong>, as he already found the net four times in the 2024 MLS season. Needless to say, the reunion with Suarez is already paying off.</p>



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<p>Messi’s goal was followed by an interesting series of events, from a horrible challenge on the 36-year-old to a Nashville goal that was ultimately disallowed for offside. <strong>The Herons never gave up</strong>, and with their veteran stars on the field, managed to snatch a 2-2 draw to leave things wide open for the rematch in South Florida.</p>



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<p>Messi and company will welcome Nashville to Chase Stadium on Wednesday, March 13 in the second leg of the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup round of 16.</p>

Messi, Suarez score to tie the match for Inter Miami vs Nashville (2-2)

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez help Inter Miami snatch draw vs Nashville - Bolavip US

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a></strong> joining <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> this year let him be <strong>teammates</strong> with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> again, <strong>but that’s not it</strong>. Now it looks like the Uruguayan striker and the Argentine superstar <strong>are also neighbors</strong>.</p>



<p>According to the real estate outlet ‘The Real Deal’, Suarez and his wife Sofia Balbi have just spent <strong>at least $11.5 million to buy a property</strong> near Messi’s home in Fort Lauderdale.</p>



<p>The report claims the waterfront house is located in the gated <strong>Bay Colony</strong> community, where Messi also <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/the-reaction-of-lionel-messis-richest-new-neighbor-after-his-arrival-to-bay-colony-20230915-BUS-63079.html">reportedly purchased a waterfront mansion</a> for nearly $11 million in September.</p>



<h2>Details of Suarez’s house near Messi</h2>



<p>“<em>Records show Suarez and his wife, Sofia Balbi, bought the house at 10 Compass Point from Bret and Jamie Macy <strong>in an off-market deal</strong>,”</em> the report read.<em> “Bret Macy is a platform general manager with Lithia &amp; Driveway, a publicly traded car dealership network based in Medford, Oregon, his LinkedIn shows.”</em></p>



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<p>The gated neighborhood is understood to have <strong>24-hour security</strong> and is near a prestigious school from the area. Besides, it’s just <strong>minutes away from Chase Stadium</strong>, where Inter Miami practice and play their home games.</p>


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<p>Suarez’s Fort Lauderdale property was reportedly built in 1980 on 0.6 acres, going through renovations to become a 7,100-square-foot house with eight bedrooms, eight bathrooms and 425 feet of waterfront.</p>



<p>Suarez has followed in the footsteps of Messi by taking his talents to South Florida this year. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner revolutionized Inter Miami and MLS last year, leaving Europe for the US franchise in July 2023.</p>



<h2>Suarez enjoying long-awaited reunion in South Florida</h2>



<p>The veteran striker was immediately linked to the club following Messi’s move, but he was under contract with Gremio. The Brazilian club was unwilling to let him go halfway through the season, but accepted to let Suarez leave for free at the end of the year – his deal originally ran until December 2024.</p>



<p>Before Lucho, Messi had already attracted <strong>former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a> teammates Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba</strong> to Miami. Now, <strong>the four are all reunited</strong> to spend their sunset years in South Beach.</p>


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<p>Messi has <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/lionel-messi-apparently-outbid-streamer-adin-ross-for-miami-mansion-20231107-BUS-83434.html">settled in the area</a> along with his wife Antonela Roccuzzo and their kids Thiago, Mateo, and Ciro. Suarez now is doing the same with Sofia Balbi and their children, Delfina, Benjamin, and Lautaro. </p>



<p>Friends off and on the field, Messi and Suarez have already celebrated big things as teammates in Barcelona, now they <strong>hope to do the same in Miami before calling it a career.</strong></p>

The $12m house Luis Suarez bought to be Lionel Messi's neighbor in Miami

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez are neighbors as Inter Miami striker buys $12m house - Bolavip US

Luis Suarez reportedly spends $12m to live near Lionel Messi in Miami

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a></strong> was the major signing for <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> to assist <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> in his quest to win the <strong>MLS</strong>. A reunion of old friends from <strong>FC Barcelona</strong>, with other familiar names like Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets.</p>



<p>However, during the team’s preseason tour in Asia, it seemed like Suarez couldn’t find the formula to become the lethal striker <strong>Gerardo Martino</strong> was expecting. In fact, the story repeated itself in the first few league matches against <strong>Real Salt Lake</strong> and <strong>LA Galaxy</strong>.</p>


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<p>Now, in the famous derby against <strong>Orlando City</strong>, the striker finally found the back of the net with two goals. A clear warning to the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong> that they are contenders for the title.</p>







<h2>Luis Suarez scored his first goals in MLS</h2>



<p><strong>Luis Suarez</strong> joined the <strong>MLS</strong> after sensational months with <strong>Gremio</strong> in Brazil. Despite being a symbol at the club, his friendship with <strong>Lionel Messi</strong> was the key factor in his decision to move to the MLS. The striker has showcased his talent, and not just once…twice!!!</p>



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Video: Luis Suarez scores first goals in MLS

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Video: Luis Suarez scores first goals in MLS with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami - Bolavip US

Video: Luis Suarez scores first goals in MLS with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong> scored a late equalizer to help <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong> snatch a draw against the Los Angeles Galaxy on the road. However, that didn’t prevent the Argentine star to hide the fact time is starting to catch up <strong>to him and his former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a> teammates.</strong></p>



<p>Dylan Hernandez of the <em>Los Angeles Times</em> pointed out <strong>how “old”</strong> Messi and the likes of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a></strong> and <strong>Sergio Busquets</strong> looked at the Dignity Health Sports Park in the team’s second match of the 2024 MLS season. Hernandez made an exception for <strong>Jordi Alba</strong>, who in his opinion “didn’t look as if he was playing with an empty gas tank.”</p>



<p>The author went on to describe Messi and Suarez as “<strong>spectators</strong>” when the opponets had possession, making it look like their team was <strong>down to eight men</strong> in defense. As for Busquets, Hernandez said the Spaniard “<strong>resembled a statue</strong>” on the field, mentioning the early yellow card he got for stopping an opponent.</p>



<p>While this may be one of the few times the former Barca trio gets such criticism for their fitness and performance, <strong>even Busquets himself admitted having physical struggles early in the year.</strong></p>



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<h2>Busquets admits pain, Martino feels Messi needs to preserve energy</h2>



<p>“<em>I feel fine a bit better; it was difficult for me after Japan and the injury to find a feeling on the field</em><strong><em>, I’m not 100%. I’m playing through pain,”</em> </strong>Busquets told Franco Panizo.</p>


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<p><em>“Am not 100% right now, the injury still bothers me a bit, a<strong>m playing bandaged, but nothing we didn’t know because of the injury, we assumed the risks</strong> (of returning early), and am moving.”</em></p>



<p>Inter Miami coach <strong>Gerardo Martino</strong> knows fitness is a key topic regarding the veteran stars on the squad, and he learned that the hard way in preseason. Messi had to miss exhibition matches due to muscle discomfort, and even though he recovered for the opening MLS week, Martino has noticed Leo <strong>spent too much energy</strong> at the start.</p>



<p><em>“Tata Martino said Lionel Messi <strong>has expended too much energy first two games, aim is for the rest of the team to move ball better so he can focus on finalizing goals and preserving some energy for long season ahead</strong>,”</em> Michelle Kaufman of <em>The Miami Herald</em> reported, via the <em>Daily Mail</em>.</p>



<p>The article by Hernandez points out how the signs of aging in Inter Miami’s veteran stars could be a red flag for this season, since the Herons have <strong>a packed schedule with multiple competitions and flights</strong>. Only time will tell us how this unfolds.</p>

"Old", "spectators", "statue": Messi, Busquets and Suarez ripped by LA press 

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets ripped by the press - Bolavip US

Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets slammed by the press in LA

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a></strong> can’t ever generate good news, even when there is good news, on one side Tata Martino’s side finally won a game for the first time since September 2023 against Hong Kong best XI. The 4-1 scoreline was of little concern for the 38,000 in attendance, seeing <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a></strong> was, but an injury continues to keep the Argentine world champion off the starting lineup.</p>



<p><br>Unlike the game in Saudi Arabia against Al Nassr, Messi did not play in Hong Kong, and neither did <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Luis Suarez</a></strong>, who was also nursing a slight injury, to make matters worse Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets were also subbed in past the halfway point of the match, naturally the fans in attendance felt cheated.<br></p>



<p>When the final whistle blew a chorus of boos rained down the stadium with fans chanting “refund! refund!” Eventually the fans would take their frustrations out on pictures of Lionel Messi.</p>



<h2>Fan kicks picture of Lionel Messi<br></h2>


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<p>The frustration of not seeing Messi spilled out as the fans left the stadium, with a video going viral of one angry fan kicking a Messi and Inter Miami group picture in the face. David Beckham was also booed for not putting his star player on the pitch.<br></p>



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<p>The government in Hong Kong went as far as to probe and question if the fans in attendance deserve a refund. Tata Martino tried to calm waters in his post-game press conference:<br></p>



<p><em><strong>“We understand the disappointment of the fans for the absence of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/inter-miami-confirm-if-lionel-messi-will-play-against-hong-kong-20240202-BUS-101769.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Leo (Messi)</a> and Luis Suarez,” </strong></em>Martino said. <em><strong>“We understand a lot of fans are very disappointed and we ask for their forgiveness. We wish we could have sent Leo and Luis on for at least a while, but the risk was too big.”</strong></em><br></p>



<p>Messi missed the match due to a hamstring strain, Luis Suarez, to the shock of no one, has knee inflammation. With their two biggest stars out of the line-up, the team produced their best performance in months, with Robert Taylor showing a lot of promise scoring one of the four goals.<br></p>


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<p>Inter Miami is now heading to Japan to take on J League side Vissel Kobe on Wednesday.</p>

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<p>After two preseason games without making much of an impact, both <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a> finally scored their first goals in 2024</strong> for <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong>. The former Barcelona duo were on target during their team’s 3-4 loss to <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-hilal">Al-Hilal</a></strong>, who scored the game-winning goal shortly after the Argentine star was subbed off.</p>







<p><strong>Aleksandar Mitrovic</strong> opened the score for the Saudi Pro League team 10 minutes into the game, with <strong>Abdullah Al-Hamdan</strong> making it 2-0 just three minutes later. That led Al-Hilal to feel confident, as even their social media team <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/al-hilal-troll-messis-inter-miami-as-they-take-2-0-lead-in-less-than-15-minutes-20240129-BUS-100931.html">dared to poke fun at Messi and company</a>.</strong></p>



<p>However, Gerardo Martino’s men <strong>never threw in the towel</strong>. Luis Suarez pulled one back for the Herons after 34′, capitalizing on a great assist by Julian Gressel to celebrate his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-luis-suarez-scores-first-goal-for-inter-miami-vs-al-hilal-20240129-BUS-100944.html">first goal in an Inter Miami uniform</a>. The Uruguayan later combined with Messi in a great play, but Leo’s goal was disallowed for offside.</p>



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<p><strong>Michael restored the two-goal lead for the Saudi club just before halftime</strong>, celebrating his team’s third goal of the night by pulling off Cristiano Ronaldo’s trademark “Siuu” celebration.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">All 3️⃣ of Al-Hilal&apos;s first-half goals against Inter Miami at Kingdom Arena 👌 <a href="https://t.co/IVClD0YThb">pic.twitter.com/IVClD0YThb</a></p>— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) <a href="https://twitter.com/FOXSoccer/status/1752047191253016598?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2024</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2>Messi scores and assists but Inter Miami lose after he leaves the field</h2>



<p>Inter Miami came back stronger in the second half, with Messir <strong>scoring a spot-kick</strong> to put his side back in the game. The Herons were awarded a penalty after a VAR review due to a foul on David Ruiz. Unsurprisingly, Messi made sure to find the net from the spot with a powerful shot, <strong>putting the ball in the top right corner</strong>.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">MESSIIIIII 🎯<br><br>Clinical from the spot. Leo gets his first goal of 2024. <a href="https://t.co/ifVwWl0d6W">pic.twitter.com/ifVwWl0d6W</a></p>— Major League Soccer (@MLS) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLS/status/1752051017372283365?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2024</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>That goal seemed to give Inter Miami enough confidence to look for the equalizer, with Ruiz <strong>making things level</strong> only a minute after Messi’s goal. The 8x Ballon d’Or winner also had a hand in this goal, as he provided the assist for the 19-year-old.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">TAKE A BOW, DAVID RUIZ<br><br>What a beauty to level it 3-3 for <a href="https://twitter.com/InterMiamiCF?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@InterMiamiCF</a>! <a href="https://t.co/6qrv9dMOU6">pic.twitter.com/6qrv9dMOU6</a></p>— Major League Soccer (@MLS) <a href="https://twitter.com/MLS/status/1752051501202067667?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2024</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>From then on the game was more evenly-matched. But just when it looked like we would be talking about a thrilling draw, <strong>Malcom scored the winner</strong> for Al-Hilal right after Messi was replaced by Robert Taylor after 88′. 12 minutes earlier, Suarez was subbed off for Leonardo Campana.</p>


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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨🚨| GOAL: MALCOM GIVES AL HILAL THE LEAD!!<br><br>Al Hilal 4-3 Inter Miami <a href="https://t.co/hDPO2SVwfj">pic.twitter.com/hDPO2SVwfj</a></p>— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) <a href="https://twitter.com/centregoals/status/1752059477141098783?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2024</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>With this result, Inter Miami suffered their second straight loss in their 2024 preseason tour and remain winless this year. The MLS side will return to action on Thursday against <strong>Al-Nassr</strong>, in a highly anticipated friendly as it could see <strong>Messi facing Cristiano Ronaldo for the last time.</strong></p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a></strong> has finally found the net for <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a></strong>. In his third preseason game with the MLS side, the Uruguayan striker capitalized on a great pass by Julian Gressel <strong>to pull one back against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-hilal">Al-Hilal</a></strong>.</p>



<p>The Herons didn’t start the match on the right foot, conceding two early goals as the Saudi Pro League team was leading 2-0 less than 15 minutes into the game. <strong>After 34′</strong>, Suarez reduced the gap to make it a one-goal difference.</p>



<p>The goal was initially disallowed for possible offside, but after VAR review, Suarez and company were allowed to celebrate. It didn’t last long though, as <strong>Michael made it 3-1 for Al-Hilal just before the break.</strong></p>



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<h2>Michael pulls off Cristiano Ronaldo’s celebration</h2>



<p>Michael gave quite a lot to talk about with his goal against Inter Miami. <strong>Only 10 minutes after Suarez put his side just one goal behind</strong>, the Brazilian forward restored the two-goal lead for Al-Hilal.</p>



<p>But his goal became even more viral due to his celebration, as he pulled off the “Siuu”, which is <strong>Cristiano Ronaldo’s signature goal celebration</strong>.</p>



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<p>Ronaldo is expected to face Messi on Thursday, when Al-Nassr play Inter Miami as the Riyadh Season Cup goes on. His presence, however, remains unclear as an injury forced his side to cancel two games in China last week.</p>

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<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami"><strong>Inter Miami</strong></a> will be one of the top favorites to win the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a></strong> thanks to the arrival of <strong>Luis Suarez</strong>. The Uruguayan forward joins a spectacular squad with veterans like <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a></strong>, Jordi Alba and <strong>Sergio Busquets</strong>.</p>



<p>Last season, the team led by <strong>Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino</strong> secured the first title in franchise history with the <strong>Leagues Cup</strong>. However, injuries prevented Messi from making a final push to reach the playoffs.</p>



<p>Now, the expectations are completely different. The four former <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a></strong> players will finally have a full preseason together and will be able to face the schedule from the beginning without any disadvantage compared to their rivals. In this scenario, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/luis-suarez">Luis Suarez</a></strong> spoke about what he aims to achieve at his new club.</p>



<p><em>“I am happy. Very content. This is a new challenge. The goals excite me a lot. Inter Miami showed me a great opportunity to, why not, dream of winning an MLS title. Coming to help a team that has great players motivates me, and I am excited about the challenge of winning the MLS.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20240114_BUS_97804_lionelmessi-5-1024x576_fddd9666.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Lionel Messi could win the MLS with Inter Miami." class="wp-image-64144" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/09/lionelmessi-5-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/09/lionelmessi-5-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/09/lionelmessi-5-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/09/lionelmessi-5-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/09/lionelmessi-5.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Lionel Messi is favorite win the MLS with Inter Miami (Getty Images)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Luis Suarez on playing again with Lionel Messi</h2>



<p>During Luis Suarez’s first press conference as the new player of <strong>Inter Miami</strong>, one of the questions for the Uruguayan was how he felt about reuniting with great friends like <strong>Lionel Messi</strong>, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets.</p>







<p><em>“It’s beautiful. It’s remembering great moments that we lived together at the club we all dreamed of, which was Barcelona. Another reason for being here is to reunite with them. It’s something that can excite the fans and it’s up to us to prove it on the field. Above all, we are very ambitious, very professional, and committed.”</em></p>


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<p>Furthermore, in a surprising confession, Suarez admitted that Lionel Messi’s great desire was to retire at <strong>FC Barcelona</strong>. That’s why he never thought they would play together in another league like the <strong>MLS</strong>.</p>



<p><em>“Truthfully, I didn’t think we would play together again. I didn’t imagine it because, at first, I thought Leo would finish his career at Barcelona, a team he is grateful for and where he fulfilled everything he wanted. Soccer is like that. Unpredictable. In 2018 or 2019, when we were winning everything, we dreamed of retiring at Barcelona, and I left first. Then, everyone followed. Our reunion says a lot about the friendship we have.”</em></p>


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