If I can recruit one Messi in 10 years, it’s probably worth the money," Real Salt Lake's former owner said in 2016. Nearly a decade later, has RSL's youth academy lived up to the lofty expectations.

Rodrigo De Paul talked up his admiration of Lionel Messi, with a transfer from Atlético Madrid to Inter Miami now set to be completed. De Paul will trade La Liga for Major League Soccer after four years in Spain, boosting an Inter Miami roster that already boasts Sergio Busquets, Luis Suárez and Jordi Alba, in addition to Messi.

Soccer fans are getting an up-close look at the life of Lionel Messi thanks to a new immersive exhibit in Chicago.

Pat Nevin no longer writes for the Chelsea website, but you can still get his insights on the game through the BBC’s Football Extra Newsletter, and this week he was covering – of course – Cole

Another close friend of Lionel Messi will soon play in South Florida. Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul has agreed to contract terms with Inter Miami, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

For Major League Soccer's 30th season, USA TODAY Sports picks the 30 best players in MLS history. Did your favorites make the list?

You and your family can learn all about the life and career of soccer icon Lionel Messi in the Logan Square neighborhood.

A youth soccer club based in West Virginia had a unique experience on Wednesday, and a few players even got an unexpected high five from Argentine professional footballer Lionel Messi.