

Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi played for Inter Miami just days after burying his father, casting doubt on his future.

Messi stepped onto the pitch for the first time since his father's passing, receiving a standing ovation.

Former Brazil star Felipe Melo claims Neymar will join Inter Miami in January, reuniting the iconic MSN trio.

Lionel Messi's father Jorge dies at 68, prompting tributes from Miami and Barcelona.

Inter Miami captain flies home as teammates honor his father with black armbands.
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