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Lionel Messi fined by MLS for slapping opponent

Lionel Messi has been fined by Major League Soccer for slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during Inter Miami's 2-2 draw on Wednesday. The incident occurred off the ball in the second half during a verbal exchange. The 39-year-old Inter Miami forward was sanctioned after the on-field clash.

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Lionel Messi fined for slapping opposition player in MLS game

Incident happened when Inter Miami met Philadelphia Union Argentinian lashed out at Quinn Sullivan in 2-2 draw Lionel Messi has been fined for slapping an opponent during a Major League Soccer game. The 39-year-old Inter Miami forward lashed out at Quinn Sullivan of Philadelphia Union during their match on Wednesday, catching the midfielder around the back of the head. The Argentinian appeared to be angry Sullivan h…

Messi fined for slapping opponent in MLS gameBBC Sport
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Messi fined for slapping opponent in MLS game

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Lionel Messi is FINED by MLS after slapping opponent during fiery on-field exchange

The incident occurred off the ball in the middle of the pitch during the second-half, when Messi got into a tense verbal exchange with Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan.

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