Lionel Messi reshaped MLS. The 2026 World Cup across North America will cement soccer as permanent in American sports culture.

However, Lionel Messi and the 2025 MLS champions are scheduled to meet Trump at the White House, according to a report from Adam Crafton and Paul Tenorio of The Athletic: “Inter Miami will visit the White House on Thursday, March 5 to mark the team’s MLS Cup win, according to a White House official.

A fan invaded the pitch and brought Messi down during Inter Miami's match in Puerto Rico, highlighting ongoing security issues after his bodyguard removal.

On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum was humming with anticipation. An MLS Opening Day-record 75,673 believers who all came to witness greatness. For just the third time in three years,

Will Lionel Messi play in the 2026 World Cup? We examine his age, recent comments, Argentina’s outlook, and market expectations for his return.

With the 2026 Finalissima just weeks away, a key member of Lionel Messi’s Argentina squad has reportedly received a positive injury update ahead of the high-profile international clash. Argentina are currently preparing to face Spain in a marquee showdown between Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal for the 2026 Finalissima.

MLS puts an end to the controversy and clears the Argentine starLionel Messi / @x.com/MirrorFootballMajor League Soccer (MLS) has definitively closed the controversy surrounding Lionel

Argentina and Lionel Messi have been the biggest thorn in Mexico’s side in recent World Cup history, resulting in animosity building throughout the years. But despite La Albiceleste’s dominance, Messi revealed La Albiceleste “was playing with fear” when they faced El Tri in Qatar 2022.