Major League Soccer vice-president Nelson Rodriguez believes David Beckham's 'celebrity' status diluted his impact in the US compared to Lionel Messi.
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Following a landmark season, kicking off with a broadcast deal with Apple worth $2.5 billion and the signing of soccer legend Lionel Messi to Inter Miami, Major League Soccer continues to cement itself within North American sport culture. With some of the biggest names in music and entertainment becoming fans, the league’s hip-hop connection was the ideal starting point for the league’s new digital feature, Major League Soccer’s The Jersey Swap.
Based on the tradition of players on opposing teams swapping jerseys at the end of a match as a sign of mutual respect, it highlights the connection between artists, athletes, entrepreneurs, and creatives across soccer, music, and culture. In the clip, MLS sits down with D.C.
native Wale and Memphis-born Yo Gotti, who bought a stake in D.C. United back in 2021.
Shot at the flagship store of apparel brand SOMEWHERE, who partnered with MLS to design a 2023 All-Star capsule collection of clothes and accessories earlier this year, the rappers swapped jerseys and their takes on music, hometown pride, and their shared respect for the DMV. Read Next: The Rap Report: Smino’s brilliant nostalgia, Wale’s “Sue Me” video, and more
.Major League Soccer vice-president Nelson Rodriguez believes David Beckham's 'celebrity' status diluted his impact in the US compared to Lionel Messi.
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Inter Miami faced off against LAFC in California, the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles transformed into more than just a soccer field; it became a glittering stage, attracting a multitude of celebrities eager to witness the legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi in action.The Sunday sporting event drew an impressive turnout of A-listers, including Prince Harry, Hollywood actors such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Selena Gomez, Owen Wilson, Gerard Butler, and Will Ferrell, all in attendance to witness Messi’s performance against LAFC.A post shared by HOLA! USA (@holausa)Messi, with an incredible record of 11 goals in 10 games, marked his debut in Los Angeles. His participation not only drew celebrities, but also caught the attention of sports icons like NBA superstars LeBron James and James Harden, Lakers legend “Magic” Johnson, and Mexican baseball star Julio Urías from the Los Angeles Dodgers.Maluma shares new song and video dedicated to MessiMessi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo and Victoria Beckham enjoy girls night outMessi and Antonela Roccuzzo’s favorite Miami restaurantIt was actually the Los Angeles FC communication team who proudly shared the star-studded guest list on social media.
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Messi soccer left to see live this year.The World Cup winner’s Inter Miami CF team has 12 matches remaining from now until Oct. 21.And if you want to see what all the hype is about surrounding Messi this year, it’s not too late to pick up tickets to witness his jaw-dropping soccer skills live.Better yet, given the nonstop chatter surrounding his unprecedented first MLS season, there are shockingly affordable seats available to catch the man, the myth, the Messi live.At the time of publication, we found tickets going for as low as $92 before fees to see Inter Miami CF live on the pitch this year.While that price is a bit of an outlier, prices for other matches aren’t so bad — most start in the $125 to $250 range.Want to witness sports history live when Messi comes to a stadium near you?Here’s everything you need to know and more about how to see Inter Miami CF live before it’s too late.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all game dates, venues, opponents and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below.(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.
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Toyah Willcox and husband Robert Fripp have shared a new cover of The Hives for their Sunday Lunch series – watch below.While the summer has mostly seen the pair revisiting old entries into their legendary lockdown series, today (August 27) they have shared a brand new cover.The version of ‘Hate To Say I Told You So’ sees Fripp dressed as a bee as they rage through a cover of the Swedish indie rock band’s biggest hit.Check it out below.Earlier this summer, the pair appeared at Glastonbury Festival, performing a cover of David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’.Ahead of their performance, the couple caught up with NME backstage to discuss their reaction to the sudden momentum that the web series got, and reveal their plans to take the show to television.“We’ve actually been picked up by a world agency and we have decided that we’re going to give them a set amount of years,” Willcox responded when asked how long the couple see Sunday Lunch continuing for. Fripp also stated that he would be happy to continue performing until his mid-80s.“At the moment our social media numbers are growing.
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Maluma has also been inspired by Lionel Messi. In a new song and music video titled “Trofeo,” Maluma tributes the greatest player of all time. Most surprising is the fact that Messi himself is featured in the clip.
This looks intense!!
Garden State.Following a heroic victory behind an epic Messi assist to send the match into overtime in Cincinnati, his Inter Miami CF team will play the New York Red Bulls at Harrison, NJ’s Red Bull Arena next on Saturday, Aug. 26.And, as expected, tickets are not exactly cheap to see the World Cup winner live in person.“Messi’s MLS match on Aug.
Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo have been smashing it since they arrived at the US. Earlier this week, Messi was instrumental in Inter Miami CF’s winining match against Nashville, which won them the Leagues Cup.
Lionel Messi held his first press conference as a player for Inter Miami. The event took place at the DRV PNK Stadium, ahead of the final against Nashville for the Leagues Cup which the team won on Saturday, August 19.
Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton are making magic in the studio once again, rerecording the iconic 1984 ballad «Love Is Alive» for an upcoming The Judds tribute album. Stefani's vocals take center stage on the reimagined track, with husband Shelton providing the harmony. The enduring love song is featured as the first single off, a compilation album to be released Oct.
Lionel Messi was photographed getting ready for a match. As he left his hotel, the Ritz Carlton in Philadelphia, Messi was caught sipping some mate and smiling at the camera.Antonela Roccuzzo’s workout routine: How Messi’s wife keeps her incredible figureMessi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo and Victoria Beckham enjoy girls night outThe photos show Messi wearing his Inter Miami training kit. As he sips his mate, he pushes a white carry-on bag and a white backpack.
Antonela Roccuzzo is enjoying her new life in Miami. The Argentinean has been making some friends since her and Lionel Messi’s move into the United States, including Victoria and David Beckham, with the four spending plenty of time together following Messi’s new status as a member of Miami Inter F.C.Antonela Roccuzzo: 7 fun facts about Messi’s beautiful wifeMessi and Antonela Roccuzzo’s favorite Miami restaurantAntonela Roccuzzo’s workout routine: How Messi’s wife keeps her incredible figureA post shared by Antonela Roccuzzo (@antonelaroccuzzo)Roccuzzo shared various photos of herself, Beckham and some of their girlfriends as they enjoyed a night out in the city. One of the photos shows Roccuzzo sitting at the table with their girlfriends, who are also the partners of famous soccer players.