Lionel Messi, Inter Miami flop out of MLS playoffs, stunned by Atlanta

USMNT eke out win, Stefan Frei talks MLS playoffs & Marta turns back the clock!

Christian and Alexis discuss the USMNT’s gutsy 1-0 win over Jamaica. Then, Stefan Frei joins the show to chat MLS playoffs. Later, Christian and Alexis break down Marta’s wonder goal to sent the ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 5 days ago

Formula 1’s Franco Colapinto Is Being Compared to Lionel Messi. Will It Last?

Stardom in Argentina is a unique cultural phenomenon, particularly for the country’s professional athletes, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 1

How a 40-Year-Old Goalkeeper Ended Lionel Messi’s M.L.S. Season

It’s been 18 years since Brad Guzan first played for the U.S. men’s national team. He views talk of a return to that level as a “joke.”

Sports - The New York Times - November 14

Lionel Messi’s Coach Resigned, Leading to Questions About the Star’s Future

Messi is under contract with Inter Miami through 2025.

Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Miami boss: MLS rules prevent Neymar signing

Inter Miami head coach Gerardo Martino has addressed the rumors linking Neymar to the club and insisted a deal would be impossible to negotiate at the moment given MLS roster and salary restrictions.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Busquets gives Inter Miami surprise fitness boost

Midfielder Sergio Busquets has given Inter Miami a surprise boost on the eve of its deciding game of the round one the best-of-three playoff series against Atlanta United.

Sports - ESPN - November 9

Messi: Miami will 'come back stronger next year'

Lionel Messi vowed to "come back stronger" in 2025, following Inter Miami's elimination for the 2024 Major League Soccer playoffs on Saturday night at Chase Stadium.

Sports - ESPN - November 11

Miami's Gressel: Ties were 'unacceptable' to Messi

Midfielder Julian Gressel said Lionel Messi demanded Inter Miami CF reach higher standards, going as far as to label ties throughout the season as "unacceptable."

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Messi: Had to reinvent my style due to age, MLS

Lionel Messi acknowledged he has reinvented his style of play since joining Inter Miami CF in order to adapt to Major League Soccer in the closing stretch of his career.

Sports - ESPN - November 1

Argentina vs. Paraguay lineups, live stream: Where to watch Lionel Messi, odds, prediction, pick

Lionel Messi's Albiceleste can move even closer to booking a 2026 berth with a win in Asuncion

Sports - CBS Sports - November 14

Inter Miami eliminated, Liverpool extend lead at the top & David Coote suspended!

Christian and Alexis react to a busy weekend in the MLS playoffs including the shocking elimination of Inter Miami. Then, the guys recap last weekend’s Premier League results. Later, Christian and ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 12

The players who won often-Messi-less Miami a Supporters' Shield

Lionel Messi may have gotten the headlines, but during his lengthy absence, which of his teammates stepped up to secure Inter Miami's Supporters' Shield?

Sports - ESPN - October 25

Confusing MLS playoff format a source of frustration for LAFC and Galaxy

Major League Soccer has frequently tinkered with its playoff format. The Galaxy and LAFC aren't fans, calling for a return to aggregate scoring.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 29

MLS Cup playoffs: Round 1 sees LAFC, Galaxy emerge as favorites

Inter Miami's elimination wasn't the only shock of Round One, so ESPN unpacks the highs and lows of the wild beginnings of the 2024 MLS Cup playoffs.

Sports - ESPN - November 12

Cardiac 'Canes no more: Georgia Tech stuns No. 4 Miami

Hurricanes QB Cam Ward couldn't deliver a last-minute comeback this time as his late fumble ended his team's hopes of an undefeated season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 9

Ruud stuns out-of-sorts Alcaraz at ATP Finals

Casper Ruud stuns an out-of-sorts Carlos Alcaraz to begin his ATP Finals campaign with a straight-set victory in Turin.

Why Chelsea vs. Man United is poised to entertain; Atlanta preps for Messi & Co.

A Chelsea side on the rise take on Manchester United, while Inter Miami look to seal their spot in MLS semis.

Sports - ESPN - November 1

Where does Miami's 2024 rank among best all-time MLS seasons?

Despite Messi and Miami's stellar season, they suffered a shock exit in the first round of the playoffs.

Sports - ESPN - November 12

‘Hard to accept’: Arteta hits out at penalty decision during Inter defeat

Arsenal manager angry at handball against Mikel Merino ‘I don’t understand – it’s a deflection. There is no danger’ Mikel Arteta was left fuming after a controversial penalty for Inter ended ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Inter Miami head coach Tata Martino leaving team due to personal reasons

Martino led the team to a record-breaking MLS Supporters Shield finish, but lost to Atlanta United in the first round of the playoffs.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

🎥 Luis Suárez wastes no time to make Miami playoff history

Luis Suárez has wasted no time opening his and Miami's MLS Cup Playoff account, scoring the opener against Atlanta United inside two minutes Friday evening. There was plenty of hype to see this ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 26

Champions League update, Bradley Wright-Phillips talks Hudson River Derby, MLS playoffs, rap | The Cooligans

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss all the action from the Champions League before welcoming Bradley Wright-Phillips to talk about the MLS playoffs, having Ian Wright as a father, and ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 25

Girma gets 2 goals, MLS Cup Playoffs and talking ball & bread with Bryan Ford | The Cooligans

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros recap the midweek MLS Cup Playoff matches, interview award-winning baker Bryan Ford, recap the most recent USWNT win, and more.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 31

Premier League title race heats up, MLS playoff shock & Rachel Kundananji embarrasses defender

Christian and Alexis react to a wide open Premier League title race. Then, the guys discuss the MLS playoffs including a couple of big upsets. Later, Christian and Alexis break down Rachel ...

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

Does anyone like the MLS playoff format? Players, coaches weigh in on controversial best-of-3 structure

The MLS' best-of-three format in the first round has been unpopular with some fans, players and coaches.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 8

MLS Cup Playoffs, schedule matchups: Who can host finals, NYCFC vs. Red Bulls headline weekend action

A handful of first-round upsets leaves the West in control of who will be hosting the final this year

Sports - CBS Sports - Yesterday

World Series Game 1: Freeman lifts Dodgers with incredible 10th-inning walk-off grand slam

The highly anticipated series opener in Los Angeles more than lived up to the hype.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

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