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Sportico's 2026 rankings place Inter Miami CF at the top with $1.45 billion, up from $585 million before Messi joined, driven by $250 million projected revenue including tickets, sponsorships, and a $21 million FIFA payout. LAFC follows at $1.4 billion, with five teams now over $1 billion and the league average at $767 million. Messi's contract through 2028 keeps the growth going as MLS revenue hit $2.5 billion last year amid rising sponsorships and transfers.

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Lionel Messi's arrival has painted South Beach pink and pumped up Inter Miami's value to a league-high $1.45 billion. His leadership in their first MLS Cup last season sparked a 22% surge.

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In a May 2024 podcast, Rushdie, a longtime advocate for a Palestinian state, warned that Hamas control would create a Taliban-like regime backed by Iran, while expressing sorrow over Gaza civilian deaths and criticizing protests that ignore Hamas's terrorism. Al Jazeera producer Laila Al-Arian shared the quote on December 23, calling it 'vile fear mongering during a genocide,' sparking replies with personal attacks like labeling Rushdie a 'crappy writer' or 'Zionist scum bag,' alongside some defenses noting the lack of direct rebuttals to his point. The exchange highlights ongoing divides over the Israel-Hamas war, now in its third year, with over 44,000 Palestinian deaths reported and Hamas's 2007 Gaza takeover and October 7 attack in focus.

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A year-old quote from Salman Rushdie comparing a Hamas-led Palestinian state to Taliban rule has resurfaced, pulling him back into a storm of online outrage.

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The clip from Barcelona's 5-1 thrashing of Sevilla on November 22, 2014, shows Messi turning a simple tap-in into artistry during his hat-trick performance. Fans share it alongside memories of his 91-goal year and clashes with legends like Alessandro Nesta, who said Messi mentally destroyed him. It arrives as Messi, now 38 with Inter Miami, scores in a recent preseason friendly against Barcelona SC—extending his streak of netting against any 'Barcelona' over 21 years.

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A low cross screams into the box, a defender lunges desperately, but Lionel Messi flicks it skyward with impossible finesse for a perfect volley.

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The 26-year-old Uruguayan defender opened up in Mundo Deportivo about 18 months of anxiety turning into depression, worsened by online hate targeting his family and peaking after a red card in Barcelona's November 2025 Champions League loss to Chelsea. He took a four-week break into early 2026 for professional help, family support, and a restorative Christian pilgrimage to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Araujo returned stronger, scoring the winning header in Barcelona's 2-1 Copa del Rey quarterfinal win over Albacete on February 3, with coach Hansi Flick praising the club's focus on players' well-being. Even rival Vinicius Junior reached out with encouragement during his absence.

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Barcelona's Ronald Araujo sat drinking mate with his wife when she broke down over social media death wishes aimed at their young daughters—a moment that shattered him amid his hidden mental health struggles.

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In a January 27 post, respected journalist Guillem Balague praised Arsenal's command of modern football's four phases—organised attack, transitions, and defence—calling them a reference point despite UK pundits like Paul Scholes dubbing them boring for set-piece goals. Top of the Premier League with 56 points from 25 games, a +32 goal difference, and 21 clean sheets across competitions, Mikel Arteta's side leads Manchester City by six points after a mid-January dip. Arteta countered critics by noting Europe's view of Arsenal as the continent's most exciting team, while fans embrace the praise amid calls for trophies.

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Guillem Balague shared a simple truth from Europe: Arsenal isn't stalling—they're the team everyone studies to grasp elite football's future.

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Atlético Madrid crushed FC Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg, thanks to an Eric García own goal, Antoine Griezmann's strike, and Ademola Lookman's goal and assist for Julián Álvarez. The €35 million signing from Atalanta terrorized Barcelona's defense with his pace, while their midfield choked off supply lines despite Barcelona missing key players like Pedri and Raphinha. Hansi Flick called it a 'great lesson' and eyes a comeback at Camp Nou on March 5, but Diego Simeone's side showed superior hunger.

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The Metropolitano roared as Atlético Madrid dismantled Barcelona with a ruthless first-half blitz, led by new signing Ademola Lookman's dazzling display.

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Atlético Madrid crushed FC Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg, thanks to an Eric García own goal, Antoine Griezmann's strike, and Ademola Lookman's goal and assist for Julián Álvarez. The €35 million signing from Atalanta terrorized Barcelona's defense with his pace, while their midfield choked off supply lines despite Barcelona missing key players like Pedri and Raphinha. Hansi Flick called it a 'great lesson' and eyes a comeback at Camp Nou on March 5, but Diego Simeone's side showed superior hunger.

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The Metropolitano roared as Atlético Madrid dismantled Barcelona with a ruthless first-half blitz, led by new signing Ademola Lookman's dazzling display.

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