Event Brief
MLS fines Lionel Messi for slapping opponent
By The BriefBrief · Sources (3)
Filed: Aug 22, 2026 at 4:08 AM ET
Summary: Lionel Messi was fined by Major League Soccer on Friday after delivering a slap to the head of a Philadelphia Union opponent. The fine was issued following the incident involving the Inter Miami star.
WHO: Major League Soccer
WHAT: Major League Soccer fined Lionel Messi for slapping a Philadelphia Union opponent.
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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