MLS Makes Historic Lionel Messi Announcement originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF made a statement to Major League Soccer with a smashing 5-1 victory against Columbus Crew on Saturday. After the match, MLS followed with a historic statement regarding IMCF's star forward.

Many critics were raising doubts about Lionel Messi‘s ability to master a new league at 37 when he first made a deal with Inter Miami. Now comes Matchday 16 of the 2025 MLS season, and everyone is sure about him.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has rejoined the national team for training on Monday after a seven-month break ahead of their upcoming Conmebol World Cup qualifying matches.