Tristan Muyumba and Brooks Lennon each scored first-half goals as Atlanta United also took advantage of an own goal to earn an impressive 5-2 victory Saturday over victory Inter Miami, who were without Lionel Messi. Despite the loss, Leonardo Campana's sombrero flick to goal combination in the first half to open the scoring was an absolute masterclass. Check it out below.
LEO. CAMPANA.
The biggest star in MLS will not participate in the league's All-Star Game, with Inter Miami's Lionel Messi bowing out of Wednesday's contest at Columbus, Ohio, with an ankle injury.
Also ruled out of Wednesday's contest is Inter Miami teammate Luis Suarez, who is dealing with knee discomfort.
Why is Messi not playing in All-Star Game?
Inter Miami have confirmed that Leo Messi and Luis Suárez will miss the MLS All-Star Game on Wednesday.
FC Dallas forward Petar Musa had an intense reaction to scoring a go-ahead penalty against Austin FC, immediately celebrating his goal in front of Austin FC’s Julio Cascante.
Watch: Petar Musa celebrates penalty in front of Julio Cascante
FC Dallas had no issues defeating Austin FC at home in MLS’ mid-week Matchday 24, with The Toros strolling to a 4-1 win at Toyota Stadium.
The tone of the game, favoring Dallas, took a turn in the 50th minute when the home side were awarded a penalty for the chance to regain the lead.
Philadelphia Union prodigy, Cavan Sullivan, became the youngest player (14 years, 293 days) to ever debut in MLS history. The young American was substituted onto the field in the 85th minute, topping off the Union’s comfortable 5-1 home win against New England Revolution at Subaru Park on Wednesday night.
Cavan Sullivan MLS debut; youngest player in North American sports history
Marco Reus could be coming to Major League Socccer this summer. According to reports from top soccer journalists Tom Bogert and Fabrizio Romano, the Borussia Dortmund legend is closing in on a move to the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Reus departed Borussia Dortmund at the end of last season after 12 years with the German giants. Now the 35-year-old seems to have his eyes set on the final chapter of his career with California being a likely destination.
Final details are being discussed and the transfer would be free.
Marco Reus LA Galaxy rumors
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi is out indefinitely because of a ligament injury in his right ankle, the team announced Tuesday.
He sustained the injury during Argentina's 1-0 victory against Colombia on Sunday in the Copa America final in Miami.
Lionel Messi ankle injury
Injury Update x @BaptistHealthSF
While the world and the United States continue to be mesmerized by the Euros and Copa América this summer, MLS still finds ways to stay relevant. Not exactly your goal of the week or silky move highlight, though.
Zorhan Bassong red card vs. FC Dallas
During Sporting Kansas City and FC Dallas’ MLS Matchday 22 match on Sunday, defender Zorhan Bassong was sent off following a messy altercation with Dallas’ Paul Arriola in the closing minutes of the game.
Former U.S. men’s national team player and current LAFC manager, Steve Cherundolo, is a favorite from the U.S. Soccer Federation to become the USMNT’s new head coach. That’s if Gregg Berhalter is let go, of course.
LAFC manager Cherundolo linked to USMNT head coach position; Klopp will be contacted
Following the USMNT’s lackluster participation and ‘early’ exit from the 2024 Copa América, USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter has been under hot waters — with fans, pundits and personalities across the United States asking for the manager’s sacking.
Sebastian Berhalter is beginning to appear on the scoresheet, with his latest goal for the Vancouver Whitecaps being his best yet.
Sebastian Berhalter goal vs. Minnesota United
The Berhalters can celebrate something this week, after all.
Sebastian Berhalter, son of USMNT manager Gregg Berhalter, made his mark with Vancouver Whitecaps in their MLS Matchday 21 match against Minnesota United on Wednesday, practically giving his team the three points by scoring the last goal in the 3-1 win at Allianz Field.
Put this clip into the MLS Hall of Fame.
During the match between St. Louis CITY and Atlanta United this Saturday — a game that saw both teams divide points following a 1-1 draw — a refereeing decision helped by the VAR, announced to the entire stadium, had fans wishing they had not celebrated the call so early. You need to see this.
Watch: Referee trolls fans with Video Review announcement in St. Louis CITY-Atlanta United