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2024 - 7 - 21

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami Saga: Ankle Injury, Victories, and Celebrations

Football - Inter Miami - Jordi Alba - Lionel Messi - MLS - Special Olympics

Check out how Lionel Messi's ankle injury didn't stop the celebrations with Inter Miami!

Lionel Messi made headlines with his slow limp onto the field at Inter Miami, still recovering from his Copa America injury. The Argentine legend, sporting a walking boot on his injured right ankle, was honored by the team for Argentina's triumph. Despite his injury, Messi watched from the sidelines as Inter Miami secured a 2-1 victory over Chicago Fire, widening their lead in the MLS. A week post-Copa America final, Messi surprised fans by hobbling onto the field in a protective boot, showcasing his dedication to the game. Inter Miami, known for inclusivity, teamed up with the Special Olympics Unified Team, emphasizing their commitment to diversity in soccer. The night saw Messi being honored for his staggering 45 trophies in an epic celebration by Inter Miami.

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Lionel Messi's slow limp shows his return from Copa America injury ... (USA TODAY)

Lionel Messi, honored by Inter Miami for Argentina's win, slowly limped to and from midfield, wearing a walking boot on his injured right ankle.

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Messi, in walking boot, watches as Inter Miami widens MLS lead ... (Miami Herald)

Lionel Messi, out with an ankle injury and wearing a walking boot, honored in pregame before Inter Miami beat Chicago Fire 2-1.

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Injured Lionel Messi hobbles onto field in protective boot as Inter ... (Daily Mail)

Six days after Lionel Messi was subbed out of the Copa American final for an injured ankle, the Argentine legend hobbled onto the field in a protective boot ...

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MATCH RECAP: Inter Miami CF Special Olympics Unified Team ... (Inter Miami CF)

“We are committed to providing access and inclusion to people from all walks of life to the beautiful game of fútbol, so we partnered with Special Olympics four ...

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Lionel Messi: Inter Miami honor Argentine legend's 45 trophies (MLSsoccer.com)

Lionel Messi has seen his fair share of ceremonies throughout his career, and he added another to the list on Saturday night ahead of Inter Miami CF's 2-1 ...

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Brilliant team move gets Inter Miami up and running against Chicago (Yahoo Sports)

Inter Miami welcome Chicago Fire to town on Saturday and took an early lead after a brilliant team move.It all started when 19-year-old defender Tomás ...

Inter Miami responds to Fire challenge to net win (WLS-TV)

Jordi Alba scored the tiebreaking goal in the 75th minute to help Inter Miami CF post a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Fire on Saturday night at Fort...

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VIDEO: Lionel Messi's 45 titles celebrated in epic fashion by Inter ... (Goal.com)

Lionel Messi has taken his record-breaking collection of trophies to 45, with Inter Miami paying homage to that achievement in an epic celebration.

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Jordi Alba delivers winner in Inter Miami's 2-1 victory over Fire (The Associated Press)

Defender Jordi Alba scored two minutes after Chicago pulled even in the second half to rally Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over the Fire.

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Inter Miami vs. Chicago Fire prediction, odds, line, start time: 2024 ... (CBSSports.com)

Jon Eimer has locked in his Major League Soccer picks and best bets for Chicago Fire vs. Inter Miami on Saturday as Messi (ankle) sits out.

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Chicago Fire Falls 2-1 to Inter Miami CF at Chase Stadium (Chicago Fire)

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (July 20, 2024) – Chicago Fire FC (6-12-7, 25 points) fell 2-1 against Inter Miami CF (18-4-5, 53 points) on Saturday night at Chase ...

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Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire Predictions: Hosts to claim the points (Goal.com)

Our football predictions expert shares his top three bets and forecasts for Inter Miami vs Chicago Fire ahead of their MLS fixture, this Sunday at 01:30 AM.

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VIDEO: Lionel Messi's 45 titles celebrated in epic fashion by Inter ... (Goal.com)

Lionel Messi has taken his record-breaking collection of trophies to 45, with Inter Miami paying homage to that achievement in an epic celebration.

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Inter Miami Celebrate Lionel Messi's 45 Career Trophies, Argentina ... (Times Now)

Lionel Messi has won 45 trophies in his career, the most ever by any footballer. His club Inter Miami gave their captain a special tribute on 21 July, ...

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Inter Miami Honour Lionel Messi's 45 Titles Ahead of MLS Match ... (News18)

Lionel Messi walked on to the pitch with child mascots holding plaque cards depicting every honour he has won.

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Inter Miami honour Messi's 45 titles ahead of 2-1 win over Chicago ... (Morung Express)

Fort Lauderdale, July 21 (IANS) Ahead ofthe match against Chicago Fire, Inter Miami hosted a ceremony for captain Lionel Messi to recognise his most recent ...

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Jordi Alba and Yannick Bright Named to MLS Team of the Matchday (Inter Miami CF)

Inter Miami CF defender Jordi Alba and midfielder Yannick Bright have been named to the MLS Team of the Matchday presented by Audi for week 28 of the MLS ...

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Team of the Matchday: Bouanga leads LAFC, Alba saves Inter Miami (MLSsoccer.com)

Several MLS All-Stars shined bright during Matchday 28, giving them momentum before facing the LIGA MX All-Stars on July 24 at Lower.com Field in Columbus ...

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Lionel Messi sends touching message to Inter Miami after David ... (Goal.com)

Lionel Messi thanked Inter Miami for their epic tribute as he completed 45 career trophy wins after Copa America 2024 triumph.

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Lionel Messi sends touching message to Inter Miami after David ... (Goal.com)

Lionel Messi thanked Inter Miami for their epic tribute as he completed 45 career trophy wins after Copa America 2024 triumph.

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Inter Miami to honour Messi's Copa América win: date, time, location (AS English)

Here's all the information on Inter Miami's Copa América celebration for Lionel Messi. Giorgio VieraEFE. Almost a week after Argentina became two- ...

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Luis Suarez sounds rallying cry after Inter Miami stretch lead at top ... (Goal.com)

Luis Suarez sent out a defiant message after Inter Miami stretched their lead at the top of the MLS standings by beating Chicago without Lionel Messi.

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Jordi Alba delivers winner in Inter Miami's 2-1 victory over Fire (CBS Miami)

Defender Jordi Alba scored two minutes after Chicago pulled even in the second half to rally Inter Miami to a 2-1 victory over the Fire.

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Lineup Notes | Chicago Fire FC at Inter Miami CF (Chicago Fire)

Chicago plays a second straight game on the road, this time traveling South to face Inter Miami CF for the first time in the 2024 MLS regular season.

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