Lionel Messi fined for slapping opposition player in MLS game
A statement on the competition’s website read: “The MLS disciplinary committee has fined Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi an undisclosed amount for…
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Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi, and teammate Ian Fray have been fined by Major League Soccer (MLS) following separate confrontations with Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during Wednesday’s 2-2 draw at Subaru Park. The 39-year-old Inter Miami forward lashed out at Quinn Sullivan of Philadelphia Union during their match on Wednesday, catching the midfielder around the back of the head. Fray also landed in trouble after grabbing Sullivan by the neck during a separate incident in the penalty area.
Furthermore, The Argentinian appeared to be angry Sullivan had elbowed him after he had played the ball, with the referee intervening before the situation could escalate.
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Inter Miami captain, Lionel Messi, and teammate Ian Fray have been fined by Major League Soccer (MLS) following separate confrontations with Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during Wednesday’s 2-2 draw at Subaru Park.
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The 39-year-old Inter Miami forward lashed out at Quinn Sullivan of Philadelphia Union during their match on Wednesday, catching the midfielder around the back of the head.
according to The Guardian — International EditionFray also landed in trouble after grabbing Sullivan by the neck during a separate incident in the penalty area.
according to Naija NewsThe Argentinian appeared to be angry Sullivan had elbowed him after he had played the ball, with the referee intervening before the situation could escalate.
according to The Guardian — International Edition
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