MLS fines Lionel Messi for slapping a player
Major League Soccer has fined Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi for slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during their 2-2 draw
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Major League Soccer (MLS) has fined Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi for slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during their 2-2 draw. Inter Miami defender Ian Fray was also fined an undisclosed amount for the same offence. Messi was a major storyline during the game for more than his back-and-forth with Sullivan.
Furthermore, Inter Miami is well on its way to the playoffs in second place with 39 points. Despite the disciplinary action, Messi remains available for Inter Miami’s upcoming fixtures, with MLS opting for a financial penalty rather than a suspension. Referee Filip Dujic, who had his back turned when the incident occurred, arrived shortly afterwards but did not issue either player a yellow or red card.
In addition, While Wednesday's was defined more by the scuffles and fights outside the actual soccer, their matchup in May was more about the on-field fireworks.
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Major League Soccer (MLS) has fined Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi for slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during their 2-2 draw.
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesInter Miami defender Ian Fray was also fined an undisclosed amount for the same offence.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesMessi was a major storyline during the game for more than his back-and-forth with Sullivan.
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Inter Miami is well on its way to the playoffs in second place with 39 points.
according to Bleacher ReportDespite the disciplinary action, Messi remains available for Inter Miami’s upcoming fixtures, with MLS opting for a financial penalty rather than a suspension.
according to BusinessDay NGReferee Filip Dujic, who had his back turned when the incident occurred, arrived shortly afterwards but did not issue either player a yellow or red card.
according to BusinessDay NGWhile Wednesday's was defined more by the scuffles and fights outside the actual soccer, their matchup in May was more about the on-field fireworks.
according to Bleacher Report
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