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Climate Activists Vandalize Lionel Messi’s Ibiza Mansion

WHAT A MESS

The vandals documented their crime on Instagram and made a banner that read, “Help the Planet. Eat the rich. Abolish the police.”

Clay Walker | Published Aug 06, 2024

The Super Bowl 2024 Ads You Need to Watch, From Oreo to Uber

TOUCHDOWN

Bennifer promotes Dunkin Donuts, Kris Jenner shills Oreos, Jenna Ortega teams up with Doritos, and Chris Pratt owns his “Crisp Rat” persona.

Fletcher Peters | Published Feb 10, 2024

Livid Hong Kong Fans Demand Refunds After Messi No-Show

WHAT A MESS

Hong Kong officials want answers after the soccer star, who was heavily featured in promos for the exhibition match, didn’t leave the bench.

Amanda Yen | Published Feb 05, 2024

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Messi Won’t Make MLS an Elite Soccer League (and That’s OK)

JUST LET IT BE FUN

Inter Miami’s new superstar arrived with a splash, but MLS is still a niche in America.

Corbin Smith | Published Jul 24, 2023

Revealed: Messi’s Million-Dollar Tourism Deal With Saudis

BIG BUCKS

Lionel Messi could receive as much as $25 million over three years for a couple of visits to Saudi Arabia, and social media shoutouts.

Erik Uebelacker | Published Jun 18, 2023

Lionel Messi Set to Make Historic Move to Inter Miami

HE’S COMING

It’ll be the first time the world’s greatest soccer star has played for an American team.

Dan Ladden-Hall | Published Jun 07, 2023

Saudi Club Tries to Tempt Messi With Colossal $438M Offer

GOAT MONEY

The club has reportedly sent an official proposal to Messi, who is unlikely to extend his current deal with Paris Saint-German.

Erik Uebelacker | Published Apr 04, 2023

Gunmen Leave Threat for Lionel Messi, Shoot Up In-Laws’ Shop

OMINOUS

“Messi, we are waiting for you,” was the message left at the supermarket in Argentina.

FIFA to Launch Investigation Into Salt Bae’s World Cup Stunt

‘ACTION WILL BE TAKEN’

The celebrity chef got onto the field, grabbed the World Cup trophy, and jumped in for a pic with an irritated Lionel Messi.

Alec Karam | Published Dec 22, 2022

FIFA Facing Backlash After Salt Bae World Cup Stunt

‘PEST’

The celebrity chef disrupted Argentina’s celebration, rushing the field and grabbing Lionel Messi, and even doing his salt-sprinkling gag on top of the trophy.

Alec Karam | Published Dec 20, 2022

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