Messi bodyguard says MLS has problem with pitch invaders after touchline ban

Messi bodyguard says MLS has problem with pitch invaders after touchline ban
  • Yassine Cheuko had helped protect Inter Miami star
  • MLS now using its own security on matchdays

Lionel Messi’s bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, has been banned from from the touchline during Inter Miami matches.

The former Navy Seal has gained a cult following from social media videos showing him closely watching the crowd to stop rogue fans from harming the Argentinian star. He has also chased down fans intent on getting close to Messi on several occasions.

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