<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> is currently the best player in MLS for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miam</a>i with 9 goals and 7 assists. Thanks to the arrival of Luis Suarez, The Herons look like the clear favorites to conquer the Eastern Conference.



Last year, Messi led Miami to their first title in franchise history with the 2023 Leagues Cup. However, just a few weeks ago, they suffered a massive setback after being eliminated by Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup.



As a consequence, Lionel Messi wants to finish the year hoisting a trophy and, according to a report from Leo Paradizo of ESPN Argentina, Angel Di Maria could leave <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/portugal">Portugal</a> to play in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a>.



The sensational Argentine star is currently with Benfica, but, in just a few weeks, he will become an unrestricted free agent. So, after Copa America, the famous Fideo could become an option for Inter Miami.



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<h2>Will Angel Di Maria play with Lionel Messi in Inter Miami?</h2>



According to Inter Miami’s coach, Gerardo Martino, MLS regulations will complicate any negotiations to sign Angel Di Maria and goalkeeper Sergio Romero. This was his take during an interview with Monumental AM.







“We haven’t received anything officially from the sports director regarding Di María, nor regarding Chiquito Romero. Here, the league has certain economic restrictions, certain limits, and it’s clear that we are currently complying well within those rules, but today any kind of signing wouldn’t be feasible, especially considering the conditions that could arise.”


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However, Martino also admitted that, when the secondary transfer window opens (July 18th to August 14th) in the MLS, the situation might be different for team’s front office to make a final push. 



“I also don’t sense that, economically or in terms of regulations, we are in a position to bring them in. It’s true that here, the transfer window is currently closed; it only opens again in mid-July. We’ll have to see what can be done when we reach that point because Inter is always active in the transfer market, there are always opportunities to continue improving.”


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a> will clash with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-red-bulls">New York Red Bull</a> for Matchday 11 of the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a> season. This preview offers detailed insights into the upcoming match, covering venue information and various viewing choices through television or live streaming platforms accessible in your country.



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Inter Miami continue to lead the Eastern Conference with a 3-point advantage over their closest pursuers, Cincinnati. Lionel Messi‘s team is among the top favorites to advance to the final stages and contend for the title this season. However, they now confront a formidable challenge.



Not only are their rivals trailing closely (by 4 points), but also, just over a month ago, they endured their worst defeat of the current campaign, a 4-0 loss to the New York Red Bulls. Of course, time has elapsed since that match, and the circumstances have since shifted.



<h2>Inter Miami vs New York Red Bull: Kick-Off Time in Your Country</h2>



Argentina: 8:30 PM Australia: 10:30 AM (May 5) Bangladesh: 5:30 AM (May 5) Canada: 7:30 PM France: 1:30 AM (May 5) Germany: 1:30 AM (May 5) India: 5:00 AM (May 5) Indonesia: 7:30 AM (May 5) Ireland: 12:30 AM (May 5) Italy: 1:30 AM (May 5) Malaysia: 7:30 AM (May 5) Mexico: 5:30 PM Netherlands: 1:30 AM (May 5) Nigeria: 12:30 AM (May 5) Portugal: 12:30 PM (May 5) South Africa: 1:30 AM (May 5) Spain: 1:30 AM (May 5) UAE: 3:30 AM (May 5) UK: 12:30 PM (May 5) USA: 7:30 PM (ET)



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<h2>Inter Miami vs New York Red Bull: TV Channel and Live Streaming in Your Country</h2>



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The 2024 MLS regular season clash between Inter Miami and New York Red Bull will be available for global viewing through <a href="https://tv.apple.com/channel/tvs.sbd.7000?itsct=play_mls&amp;itscg=30200&amp;at=1000lS8e" rel="sponsored nofollow">MLS League Pass on Apple TV</a>. Take advantage of the opportunity to watch the games from the weekend of May 4th and 5th for free on Apple TV. Other option for USA is SiriusXM FC.

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Lionel Messi has been unstoppable in MLS since he joined <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a> in July 2023. However, that doesn’t stop coach Gerardo Martino from looking for ways to maximize the Argentine star’s production on the field.



In fact, the Herons’ manager recently admitted he could try Leo at a different position. Speaking to the media ahead of Saturday’s game against the New York Red Bulls, Martino said he’s considering playing <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Messi</a> as a striker.



“We’ve talked about [Messi playing as a No. 9] and I think recuperating Leo in those points of the pitch is a great point for us,” Martino said, via ESPN. “He doesn’t exhaust himself coming and going, not that he can’t do it, he can move anywhere he wants on the pitch, but we shouldn’t deprive ourselves from the moment of his participation in the final moments of the play.“



Messi has played as a right winger for most of his career, but the last few years saw him operate more as an attacking midfielder. Though he’s always positioned behind a natural striker, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/gerardo-martino">Martino</a> believes Leo’s ability to find the net could make him a great option up front.



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“Beyond being the greatest player in the world, he’s a great goal scorer. So, we need to try to find him in different phases of the game. If he participates in every part of our attack, we have more opportunities.”


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<h2>Messi’s history as a “false nine”</h2>



Messi served as a “false nine” on many occasions throughout his career, as Pep Guardiola came up with that idea for the 8x Ballon d’Or winner during his time at the helm of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/barcelona">Barcelona</a>.



Guardiola’s revolutionary idea was to make a little change to his 4-3-3 formation by making Messi play as a central striker but with the freedom to drop back in the attacking line, helping with the creation of plays as well as giving more space to the wingers. It’s a role the Rosario-born star went on to embrace many more times during his stint at Camp Nou.



Jorge Sampaoli tried to repeat that tactic at the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/argentina">Argentine national team</a> in the 2018 World Cup, playing Messi as a false No. 9 in the round of 16 clash against France. But unlike Pep, Sampaoli couldn’t make it work as La Albiceleste struggled against the eventual champions.

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Inter Miami coach Tata Martino plans to try Lionel Messi at a different position

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> has been in excellent form for Inter Miami as of late, and of course, his level didn’t go unnoticed by Major League Soccer. In fact, the Argentine star was rewarded with the MLS Player of the Month for the first time.



The 36-year-old delivered some impressive performances in April, contributing in 10 of the 12 goals scored by the Herons last month. With six goals and four assists, Messi stood out from the rest of his peers.



Strange as it may sound, Leo didn’t win Player of the Month honors in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a> until now. Previously, he had already won this accolade eight times in LaLiga with Barcelona and once with PSG in the Ligue 1.



Messi now joins Luis Suarez as the only <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a> players to take home the prize, with the Uruguayan striker already receiving the accolade for February and March this season.



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<h2>Messi’s performances for Inter Miami in April</h2>



Messi’s 10 goal contributions in April were the most by any player in Major League Soccer. The Argentine put on these numbers in just 315 minutes on the field, recording at least one goal and one assist in four matches.


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The 8x Ballon d’Or winner scored in the first MLS fixture of the month to help Miami tie against the Colorado Rapids in his return from injury. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/lionel-messi-scored-one-of-the-best-goals-of-mls-season-for-inter-miami-against-sporting-kc-video">Messi also found the net against Sporting Kansas City</a> in front of a packed Arrowhead before registering back-to-back braces against Nashville and New England Revolution, respectively.



Messi’s great form saw Inter Miami finish April with a 3-0-1 record to stay atop the Eastern Conference standings and continue on pace to claim the Supporters’ Shield at the end of the year.



Unsurprisingly, the Rosario-born superstar is leading the MLS scoring charts with nine goals to his name, while he’s tied with Cristian Arango (Real Salt Lake) and Robin Lod (Minnesota United) for the most assists in the league with seven.

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Lionel Messi wins unprecedented award in his career with Inter Miami in MLS

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a>&nbsp;wants to win the MLS Cup in 2024 and, so far, the Argentine legend is having a spectacular season with&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a>. After seven games, Leo is the top scorer in the tournament with nine goals and also has seven assists. Just unstoppable.



A few weeks ago, The Herons suffered a big hit when they were eliminated by Monterrey from the Concacaf Champions Cup. It was a massive opportunity to claim an international title.



However, since that moment on, Messi took charge and revamped the team with consecutive victories in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a> against Sporting Kansas City, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nashville-sc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nashville SC</a>&nbsp;and New England Revolution.



Right now, Inter Miami are in first place of the Eastern Conference with 21 points in 11 games. They are on pace to get a ticket to the playoffs, but, those knockout stages are going to be a very difficult challenge with possible rivals like Columbus Crew or FC Cincinnati.



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<h2>Angel Di Maria could sign with Inter Miami</h2>



According to a report of Leo Paradizo with ESPN Argentina, Inter Miami have started negotiations to sign Angel Di Maria. The star currently plays for Benfica in Portugal.







However, Messi’s great friend becomes a free agent next summer and that makes him a huge option to help Inter Miami for the final stretch of the season. That would occur after his participation with Argentina in Copa America.


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Angel Di Maria is 36-years old and this MLS opportunity could give him the last big contract of an illustrious career. Furthermore, he would join an amazing group of veterans with Leo, Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets.

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Argentine star could join Lionel Messi with Inter Miami - Bolavip US

Report: Argentine star could join Lionel Messi with Inter Miami

San Diego FC is making headlines with their pursuit of Mexican international <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/hirving-lozano" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hirving Lozano</a>. Now it seems things won’t stop there as the future <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mexico" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MLS </a>franchise is looking towards Memo Ochoa to help fill the need in goal.



According to reporter Nicolò Schira talks are “advanced” between the goalkeeper and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MLS</a> side. Ochoa was recently with Serie A side Salernitana.



At 38, the Mexican national team goalkeeper is still very capable as he continues to backstop on the El Tri and has amassed 150 caps for Mexico.



<h2>Guillermo Ochoa’s career</h2>



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Guillermo Ochoa, widely regarded as one of Mexico’s most accomplished goalkeepers, has carved out a distinguished career both domestically and on the international stage. Ochoa has played for clubs like America, Ajaccio, Malaga, Granada, and Standard Liège.


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Ochoa has also been on five World Cup squads for Mexico beginning in the 2006 World Cup. He rose through the ranks of Club América’s youth system before making his professional debut for the club in 2004 at just 18 years old. Ochoa’s exceptional reflexes, shot-stopping ability, and commanding presence quickly caught the attention of fans and scouts alike, earning him the nickname “Memo” and establishing him as a formidable force between the goalposts.


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San Diego FC is set to play their first MLS match on opening day next season in MLS, a season that will mark the league’s 30th year since its launch in 1996.

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Guillermo Ochoa also in race to join San Diego FC

San Diego FC wants to go big in their first season of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MLS</a> in 2025, the team which will play all their home games at Snapdragon Stadium, a 35,000-seat outdoor venue that opened in 2022 at the former site of San Diego Stadium, does not have a coach but does have three players on their roster.



 For their first DP the club is looking to tap into San Diego’s big Mexican community and are gunning for none other than El Tri international <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/hirving-lozano" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hirving Lozano</a>. Lozano is currently at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/psv" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PSV</a> after a successful spell at Napoli and according to Tom Bogert, the club are in “advanced” talks with the Mexican star. 



Bogert reports that San Diego FC ownership group have been in talks with Lozano for a while and that the transfer fee would be in the $12 million range.



<h2>Hirving Lozano to San Diego FC? </h2>


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Hirving Lozano is only 28 and has played for Napoli, PSV in two stints, and Pachuca winning titles in all three clubs and on the verge of another with PSV. Lozano is also one of the best players on the Mexican national team earning 70 caps and playing in two World Cups.



This season Lozano has 6 goals in 30 games for PSV and his current contract runs until 2028. At $12 million it’s a bargain signing for the MLS side, Lozano aside from his name value can play either on the left or right wing and is one of the best Mexican soccer players of his generation. 



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Mexican stars have been more miss than hit in MLS, but Carlos Vela, Jorge Campos, Hector Herrera, and Jonathan Dos Santos are major exceptions to the rule. 


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Bogert reports that Lozano is very keen on the deal and despite nearly having four years remaining on his PSV deal, the Netherland’s giant is asking for a price that is reasonable for all parties involved.

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Chucky Lozano to San Diego FC in 2025?

No other player has improved so much since the arrival of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a> to Inter Miami than Robert Taylor. The Finland winger is <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a>’s all- time assist leader and is tied for first as the all-time appearance leader.



 Last season Taylor had the most productive season in his <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MLS</a> stint with 8 goals in 40 games, thanks largely to linking up and understanding how to play with Lionel Messi. 



While used now as a utility player, Taylor more often than not is in the starting lineup and this year has 3 goals in 9 games on pace for his best season yet. Now Taylor spoke to the press after Inter Miami’s training session and knows exactly what he wants regarding his future.



<h2>Robert Taylor wants to stay at Inter Miami </h2>


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Robert Taylor’s current deal expires in December 2024, in 87 games Taylor has 14 goals for the club. When speaking with the media, Taylor did not hold back regarding his admiration for his star studded teammates.



“I love it (at Inter Miami), this is the best team and best club I have ever played for, I’d like to stay here.” When asked if talks have started on his future, Taylor was mum on the subject choosing to focus on the season at hand.



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“I need to make sure I continue playing well, in order to be able to stay,” the winger told reporter Jose Armando.


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Inter Miami next plays the New York Red Bulls at home on Saturday May 4th.

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Robert Taylor speaks on Inter Miami future

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> had another spectacular game with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a>, scoring two goals in his team’s victory against New England Revolution. At the moment, the Argentine legend is the leading candidate to be the Most Valuable Player of the 2024 MLS season.



Despite playing only seven games due to several injury problems, Messi has already scored nine goals and provided seven assists. Playing three games less than Cristian Arango, he has already surpassed the Colombian star as the top scorer of the tournament.



Considering this scenario, comparisons are inevitable with the other great veteran who continues to shine on the other side of the world: <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a>. Although CR7 seems unlikely to lift trophies with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al Nassr</a>, he holds a tremendous advantage as the top scorer of the Saudi Pro League.



Now, if Lionel Messi keeps this pace, a big record from Ronaldo is within reach. In fact, it could fall during the last weeks of 2024.



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<h2>Who has scored more goals between Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo?</h2>



Lionel Messi has 832 goals in his brilliant career and is in a tremendous position to become the all-time top scorer. Of course, the main target to achieve this is Cristiano Ronaldo.







CR7 has 885 goals, but age could be a massive disadvantage for him. Ronaldo is three years older than Leo and, considering that the current difference is only 53 goals, Messi seems to have plenty of room to surpass him. 



Of course, all the world’s attention is also focused on whether either of them will reach the mythical number of 1000 goals. 2024 could be a massive year in this historic race.


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Messi and Cristiano will continue their club activities, but they will also play at the international level in the Copa America and the UEFA Euro, respectively. That could help increase their goal production. However, as we’ve already mentioned, the key factor in this race will be CR7’s retirement date.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a>&nbsp;is one of the top player in the 2024 MLS season&nbsp;with&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a>. So far, star has seven goals and six assists only surpassed in both categories by Cristian Arango. However, Chicho has played three more games than Leo. 



The Herons are trying to get redemption as they failed to conquer their first big target of the year: the Concacaf Champions Cup. Monterrey eliminated them with an aggregate score of 5-2.



After that difficult moment, Inter Miami have stormed back with wins against Sporting Kansas City and&nbsp;<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nashville-sc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nashville SC</a>. As a consequence, they remain in first place of the Eastern Conference with 18 points.



Their next rival is New England Revolution, one of the worst teams in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a> with only four points in eight games. It could be a record-breaking attendance at Gillette Stadium to see the legend.



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<h2>How to stop Lionel Messi?</h2>



Considering such a lopsided matchup, Caleb Porter, coach of New England Revolution, had to face an inevitable question. This was his answer when asked how to stop Lionel Messi.







“You don’t stop Messi, but you can limit his touches in key areas. Because when he’s in key areas around the box, he is lethal. He is unstoppable in some ways. We just have to do it by committee. We’re not going to man mark him. We have to do it by committee in the zones he floats everywhere. So, wherever he floats be aware and get guys around him. Make it a game where he’s not where he wants to be.”


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Furthermore, as a consequence of the hype around Messi, Porter admitted there’s another star who is having a tremendous impact in his debut season at MLS.



“Everybody forgets about Luis Suarez and he is a world class player. With Alba and Busquets, they’ve got a very talented team. We know how they play and we’ll continue to improve ourselves.”


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MLS: New England Revolution coach explains how to stop Lionel Messi

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-revolution">New England</a> will host <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a> for Matchday 10 of the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">MLS</a> season. This preview provides comprehensive insights into the forthcoming match, including venue details and a range of viewing options via television or live streaming platforms accessible in your country.



<a href="https://tv.apple.com/channel/tvs.sbd.7000?itsct=play_mls&amp;itscg=30200&amp;at=1000lS8e" rel="sponsored nofollow">[Watch New England vs Inter Miami live in the USA on Apple TV]</a>



It’s an intriguing matchup in the Eastern Conference. On one hand, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami aim to maintain their position at the top of the standings, currently leading with 18 points, two ahead of their closest rivals, the New York Red Bulls.



On the other side, the New England Revolution have struggled to find form, not only in the MLS but also in the Concacaf Champions Cup, where they faced elimination. Despite facing a tough challenge in this Matchday, they are confident of securing a positive result to kickstart their improvement.



<h2>New England vs Inter Miami: Kick-Off Time in Your Country</h2>



Argentina: 8:30 PM Australia: 10:30 AM (April 28) Bangladesh: 5:30 AM (April 28) Canada: 7:30 PM France: 1:30 AM (April 28) Germany: 1:30 AM (April 28) India: 5:00 AM (April 28) Indonesia: 7:30 AM (April 28) Ireland: 12:30 AM (April 28) Italy: 1:30 AM (April 28) Malaysia: 7:30 AM (April 28) Mexico: 5:30 PM Netherlands: 1:30 AM (April 28) Nigeria: 12:30 AM (April 28) Portugal: 12:30 PM (April 28) South Africa: 1:30 AM (April 28) Spain: 1:30 AM (April 28) UAE: 3:30 AM (April 28) UK: 12:30 PM (April 28) USA: 7:30 PM (ET)



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<h2>New England vs Inter Miami: TV Channel and Live Streaming in Your Country</h2>



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The 2024 MLS regular season clash between New England Revolution and Inter Miami will be available for global viewing through <a href="https://tv.apple.com/channel/tvs.sbd.7000?itsct=play_mls&amp;itscg=30200&amp;at=1000lS8e" rel="sponsored nofollow">MLS League Pass on Apple TV</a>. Other option for USA is SiriusXM FC.

New England vs Inter Miami: Where and How to Watch Live 2024 MLS Matchday 10

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> continue to shine despite both entering the final stage of their careers. Currently, the Argentine star is the best player of the 2024 MLS season with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a> and CR7 has been spectacular for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/al-nassr">Al Nassr</a>.



Last year, Messi gave The Herons their first title in franchise history at the 2023 Leagues Cup and, although they were eliminated a few weeks ago from the Concacaf Champions Cup, Miami are right now first place in the Eastern Conference as big contenders for the title in the US.



On the other side of the world, Cristiano Ronaldo is the top scorer in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-arabia">Saudi Arabia</a>, but, there will be no trophies for him as Al Nassr are out of the AFC Champions League and way behind Al Hilal in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/saudi-pro-league">Saudi Pro League</a>. 



In a very surprising statement, a legendary coach decided to answer who is the greatest player between Messi and Ronaldo. His words have sparked a huge debate. 



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<h2>Fabio Capello explains why Messi is better than Cristiano Ronaldo</h2>



Fabio Capello is one of the most recognized coaches of recent decades after his stints with teams such as AC Milan, Real Madrid, AS Roma and Juventus. Now, the Italian has joined the debate over who is the greatest of all time between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.







“Cristiano Ronaldo is a great player. He won titles, he won the Ballon d’Or, but as I said before, he’s not as good as Messi has been. For me, if you talk to me about Cristiano Ronaldo or Messi, I will say Messi. Ronaldo is a great scorer. He shoots and he does everything. He knows how to do everything, but he’s not a genius. Very simple.”


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Legendary coach believes Lionel Messi is way better than Cristiano Ronaldo

Even at 37, Olivier Giroud is still one of the top strikers in Europe, his season at <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ac-milan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">AC Milan</a> proves that. Giroud was able to score 15 goals in 42 games this season and had 1 in 2 caps for France.



Giroud’s move to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-fc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LAFC</a> should not affect his standing with the French national team where he has 57 goals in 131 caps. The FIFA World Cup winner will be stepping into an ideal situation in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">MLS</a>.



LAFC is one of the league’s most consistent and top clubs, currently 7th in the MLS West with a 3-3-3 record, LAFC were runners up last season and won MLS Cup in 2022. The team also has 2 Supporters Shields and made the playoffs in 4 of their 5 seasons in the league.



<h2>Olivier Giroud to play for LAFC</h2>


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According to Fabrizio Romano, as reported in March, Olivier Giroud and his people are okaying a deal to keep him in MLS until December 2025. The French international is due to arrive in the summer after his season with AC Milan ends.



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Olivier Giroud was on the field on Monday, as AC Milan dropped another derby to Inter and saw as their eternal rivals claim their 20th Serie A title at the San Siro.


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Olivier Giroud also continued to build upon his good chemistry with USMNT winger Christian Pulisic as the American was assist provider to many of Giroud’s goals this season.

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Olivier Giroud LAFC contract length finalized

Nashville SC head coach Gary Smith took many by surprise on Saturday, when he subbed off goalkeeper Elliot Panicco at halftime during his side’s 3-1 loss to Lionel Messi’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami">Inter Miami</a> at Chase Stadium.



In his post-match press conference, the Englishman said he noticed the 27-year-old was struggling on the field. In Smith’s eyes, Panicco didn’t look comfortable with the ball at his feet and he feared <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi">Messi</a> and company could expose him in the second half.



“With Elliot (Panicco), I just thought he was going through a very difficult time. I didn’t want to put him under the spotlight in the second half,” Smith said. “There were three or four moments with the ball at his feet, I think they were seeing as prime opportunities maybe to get a higher press and it was causing some difficulties for the rest of the group.“



The visitors opened the scoring only two minutes into the game thanks to an own goal by Franco Negri. But it didn’t take long for the hosts to bounce back, with Messi making things level after 11′. 28 minutes later, the Argentine star assisted <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sergio-busquets">Sergio Busquets</a> from a corner kick to turn things around. Before coming back from the break, Smith decided to play the second half with Joe Willis between the sticks.



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“Look, again, some wonderful work from Elliot. He was in the side because he deserved to,” added Smith, who claimed that even though it was a “difficult” 45 minutes for Elliot, he made a couple of “excellent saves.” Still, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nashville-sc">Nashville</a> coach didn’t like the work with his feet, saying it was “creating some issues.”


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<h2>Nashville, one of Messi’s favorite victims in MLS</h2>



Messi has been in the US for less than a year but Nashville have already become one of his favorite victims in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mls">Major League Soccer</a>. The 36-year-old’s first meeting against this side came in August 19, 2023, in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/leagues-cup">Leagues Cup</a> final.



Leo opened the scoring that night, and even though the game went to penalties, he <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-lionel-messi-scores-golazo-for-inter-miami-in-leagues-cup-2023-final-20230820-BUS-49593.html">scored his shot</a> to help the Herons win their first ever trophy. These teams once again squared off in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/concacaf-champions-league">Concacaf Champions Cup</a> this year.



And of course, Messi once again was unstoppable for Nashville. With his side trailing 2-0 in the first leg round of 16, the former Barcelona star came up with a moment of magic to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-messi-scores-for-inter-miami-vs-nashville-with-assist-from-suarez">pull one back</a> at Geodis Park, paving the way for a 2-2 draw.



In the second leg in South Florida, Messi continued to be too much for Gary Smith’s team as he recorded a goal and an assist in 50′ minutes on the field to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/soccer/video-lionel-messi-scores-for-inter-miami-vs-nashville-in-the-concachampions">help Miami win 3-1</a>.



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On Saturday, Leo led Inter Miami’s come-from-behind victory with a goal and an assist in the first half before a penalty goal late in the second half to seal the final score.


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With this win, Gerardo Martino’s men are atop the Eastern Conference standings with 18 points in 10 games, one more than most of the league. Nashville, on the other hand, are 14th with seven points in eight matches.

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When it’s all said and done <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/inter-miami" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Inter Miami</a> could be the most followed United States sports team on social media. Such is the pull of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/lionel-messi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lionel Messi</a> who has set all kinds of records on and off the field for Inter Miami.



Not only has Messi already won a championship with his new club but overnight Inter Miami went from 1 million followers on Instagram to nearly 17 million and growing. On the field Inter Miami is in first place in MLS, the overall league leaders and with a Messi on fire with 9 goals in 9 games in 2024.



On the social media side, Inter Miami has surpassed teams like the Dallas Cowboys, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-yankees" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New York Yankees</a>, and Green Bay Packers as one of the most followed sports franchises in the country.



<h2>Where does Inter Miami rank on Instagram as most followed US sports teams?</h2>


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Inter Miami is now officially third as the most followed US Sports team on Instagram with 16.7 million followers. The first most followed sports team belongs to Golden State Warriors who has 32.6 million followers and in second it’s the Los Angeles Lakers with 24.5 million followers.



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When it comes to Lionel Messi who is followed by 502 million followers on Instagram, no US athlete comes close, LeBron James has 159 million, Steph Curry 56 million and Patrick Mahomes under 7 million with 6.8M.


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