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Lionel Messi has dominated headlines this week for both his on-field brilliance and behind-the-scenes influence. Inter Miami’s superstar was named MLS Player of the Month for July 2025, a testament to one of the hottest streaks in league history. He put up eight goals and three assists in July alone, helping Miami surge in the Supporters Shield race. Already with 18 goals and nine assists this season, Messi is at the top of the MLS Golden Boot standings, aiming to become the first player in league history to win back-to-back MVP awards, according to MLS Soccer. He added another Man of the Match award after the Leagues Cup opener, as his team beat Mexico’s Atlas 2-1. Instagram football fan pages are circulating clips and celebratory posts, highlighting Messi’s relentless pace and leadership.
But his impact is not just limited to goals. Rodrigo De Paul, newly signed by Inter Miami, told ESPN that Messi played a crucial role in negotiating his transfer from Atlético Madrid, personally involving himself in the talks and welcoming De Paul to the club. Their reunion has been called a dream come true for both Argentine stars. Messi’s intensity and drive to win set the tone around the club. De Paul’s debut, paired with Messi’s two decisive assists, powered Miami’s Leagues Cup victory and fueled chatter about their growing Argentinian contingent.
Off the pitch, Messi’s security is creating its own drama. Yahoo Sports and ESPN report that Yassine Cheuko, Messi’s personal bodyguard, was banned for the remainder of the Leagues Cup after storming the pitch postgame and physically intervening in a player confrontation. The incident divided social media and has drawn sharp commentary from players and league officials alike, reminding everyone of Messi’s global celebrity and the unique challenges that come with protecting him.
Speculation is swirling over Messi’s future. Multiple fan accounts on Instagram and reports from The Daily Star cite Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano as optimistic that Messi will sign a contract extension through 2028, a move that would become long-term biographical news if confirmed. No official announcement has been made yet, so this remains unconfirmed though widely anticipated. Meanwhile, Threads and other social streams are buzzing with rumors that Messi could visit India later in 2025, but as of now, that is just widespread speculation.
With every Man of the Match performance and every headline, Messi continues to deepen his impact on soccer in North America and beyond.
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