Messi & Co

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Ashley and Gian preview Inter Miami CF's next match vs New England on Saturday night. Miami plays away against the last seeded team in MLS in what will be another record breaking crowd at Gillette stadium. Find out the latest injury news coming out of practice, whether Messi will play on turf, and what to expect come game time.

Ashley and Gian recap Inter Miami's win over Nashville as Messi scores a brace and notches an assist. They also look ahead at the Herons' next rivals and the latest on the Alba and Gomez injuries.

Inter Miami face Nashville for the first time after having ousted them from the Champions Cup. Ashley and Gian let you know what to expect from this newly formed rivalry that will surely lead to an exiting match.

On the wake of his Team of the Match Day nomination, Gian and Ashley discuss the importance of Diego Gomez on this Inter Miami roster and if he will still be around this summer.

Gian goes over the Inter Miami win in front of an impressive crowd in Kansas City.

Gian and Ashley preview tonight’s game vs Sporting KC. As the Herons look to get back to their winning ways, what can we expect in front of a sold out crowd of 70,000 at Arrowhead stadium?

Inter Miami CF vs C.F. Monterrey Champions Cup Quarterfinals Post Game Show | LIVE analysis and opinions by Ashley Silvers and Gian Jacome

Ashley and Gian preview the heavily anticipated 2nd leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup played in Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, Mexico.

Discussed is the Messi's return, drama leading up to the game, and expectations for the match.

Gian shares the latest news coming out of practice, Messi's availability, and what to expect ahead of Saturday night's game.

Lots to unpack in tonight's LIVE. When will Messi return? Did Inter Miami CF blow its Champions Cup chances? Injuries continue to plague Miami and more...

Messi & Co LIVE PREVIEW of Concacaf Champion Cup Quarter Finals! Will Messi Play? What can we expect from this game?

Ashley Silvers and Gian Jacome preview Inter Miami's match against New York City. Will Messi play? Who should get the start? What can we expect from the boys in pink? How tough will the matchup be? That and more on this week's preview episode!

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Inter Miami - NY Red Bulls Live Postgame Show

What's the plan to face the New York Red Bulls without Messi? Ashley and Gian discuss it!

Ashley and Gian react to the Inter Miami win in DC!

Ashley and Gian get you pumped and ready for the second leg against Nashville!

Ashley and Gian react to the 2-2 draw in the first leg of the matchup against SC Nashville.

Join us as we preview the highly anticipated Leagues Cup Final rematch between Inter Miami CF and Nashville SC as they meet in the Round of 16 of the CONCACAF Champions Cup. We discuss what winning the Champions Cup would mean to Miami, how to watch, players in question, keys to winning the game and more.

Listen in to Ashley & Gian discussing the Argentina debate, Deandre Yedlin trade, new line ups, and how far the Inter Miami stars can take us!

Ashley and Gian react to the 5-0 astonishing win against Orlando City in the Sunshine Clasico.

With FIFA break and other national team duties looming, Ashley and Gian discuss Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami club responsibilities. Also discussed is the impact of Messi on MLS and whether it’s bad or good for the league. 

Ahead of Saturday’s Florida (Sunshine) Classico, Ashley and Gian breakdown the importance of the game, tactics, possible lineups and give their score predictions.

Messi and Callender saved Inter Miami and got a point out of LA!

Ashley and Gian preview this Sunday's game between Inter Miami and LA Galaxy.

Inter Miami finished its preseason with a tie as they get ready to face Real Salt Lake on Wednesday. It was not the prettiest preseason for them, but there are some highlights.

Join Ashley and Gian as they discuss this very tough pre-season including injuries, bad performances, and Messi's trouble with China. They also go in depth on how the team can improve and who they want to see play moving forward.

Join Ashley & Gian as they react to a 7 goal thriller in Inter Miami's pre-season match against Al-Hilal. Is our defense the problem? That and more...

Join Ashley and Gian to discuss the first two preseason games, new roster additions, and how Luis Suarez impacts the team moving forward.

El Inter Miami comenzó su pretemporada enfrentando a la selección nacional de El Salvador en un partido que terminó sin goles. Vimos las primeras indicaciones de lo que quiere hacer el Tata Martino con esta versión del equipo, aunque esto apenas comienza.

Join Ashley & Gian as they discuss Messi winning Fifa Men's Best Player of the Year, the start of pre-season, new potential signings, and more!

Join Ashley & Gian as they discuss Messi winning Fifa Men's Best Player of the Year, the start of pre-season, new potential signings, and more!

The Messi & Co gang is finally back together! Alejandro, Ashley, and Gian discuss Inter Miami’s new signings, the big names rumored to be on the club’s radar, and the potential of seeing both Suarez and Campana in the starting lineup with Messi.

Ashley and Gian give their reactions to the Kamal Miller trade and what it will mean for Inter Miami's defense for 2024. New players? Using our young talent? International roster spots? We discuss them all!

Season 2 starts off with a bang as Ashley and Gian discuss the signing of Luis Suarez and all the exciting new possible transfers Inter Miami are looking to acquire. We also debate the good & bad of the pre-season tour and Messi's final match against Ronaldo.

Join Austin, Ashley, and Gian for the season 1 finale of Messi & Co. Was the season a success? Who do we want to keep and who do we want to go? That and more!

Hosts Ashley, Austin, and Gian share their takes on the first episode of Apple TV’s new Messi documentary detailing the GOAT’s arrival to Inter Miami CF. 

They also go over Wednesday night’s game against Charlotte FC and what to expect in their next meeting on Saturday, as well as Messi’s huge brace for Argentina in his first game back from injury.

Not much else to say that... Inter Miami is out of contention for a playoffs spot, even though Lionel Messi came back in the second half of the match against FC Cincinnati. Ashley and Austin discuss it on Messi & Co.

We keep wondering if Messi now is actually ready to play with Inter Miami. Ashley and Gian join us for a preview of the Inter Miami - Cincinnati FC matchup on Saturday.

Ashley and Gian reflect on the tough loss against Chicago Fire in front of a great crowd at Soldier Field. Is it time to start planning next season? Is Messi even going to play in any of the last three games?

Ashley and Alejandro review how Inter Miami has managed Lionel Messi's absence in the ramp up to each game and value the possibility of seeing him playing at Chicago and in the other three remaining games of the MLS regular season. Besides, they work around different possibilities for the starting eleven, and give their predictions for Wednesday's match.

Ashley, Alejandro, Austin and Gian go over Inter Miami's tie with New York City FC that really complicates their chances of making the MLS playoffs.

Hosts Ashley and Gian discuss season ticket renewals, Miami’s playoff push by the numbers, Messi’s availability and how Miami matches up with NYC.

Ashley, Austin and Gian discuss the US Open Cup final game against Houston Dynamo, who deservedly won the title after defeating an Inter Miami without its heart and soul, Leo Messi.

On this addition of Messi and Co., the hosts give full coverage on everything leading up to the US Open Cup Funal on Wednesday night. The questions surrounding Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba’s availability, how Tata Martino should tackle the Houston Dynamo, and the importance of this final being won are all discussed and even debated on.

Alejandro Villegas comenta lo que se vivió en el Clásico de Florida entre Orlando City e Inter Miami, en el que no estuvieron Messi & Co. ¿Fue positiva la actuación del equipo? ¿Fue merecido el empate o fue mucho premio?

Ashley, Austin and Gian discuss their highlights and lowlights of the Sunshine Clásico between Orlando City and Inter Miami, which remains with a really good possibility of making the playoffs, as they look forward to the US Open Cup final on Wednesday at DRV PNK Stadium

Join hosts Ashley and Gian as they preview Inter Miami’s upcoming match against in-state rival Orlando City. How will IMCF stack up without their new big 3? How will this impact the playoff push? Listen now to find out!

Ashley and Gian discuss Messi’s early departure against Toronto FC and his status for Wednesday night’s U.S. Open Cup Final. Is Messi injured? How severe is it? What has Tata said regarding Messi’s status? This an more on tonight’s episode.

Ashley, Austin and Gian discuss Messi and Alba leaving the game in the first half, and Inter Miami finding the way to rout Toronto FC 4-0 without two of its key players on the pitch. What's next for our number 10 and our left back? Will they be back on time for next Wednesday's final?

On this episode of Messi and Co., the hosts discussed a variety of topics concerning Lionel Messi and Tata Martino, as a prepared statement was released earlier this week in relation to Messi’s status for upcoming matches. They also discussed predicted lineups for the upcoming match against Toronto and give their predictions as to how the 90 minutes will unfold.

¿Cómo se sintieron tras la derrota del pasado sábado? ¿Preocupados por lo que vieron del Inter Miami sin Lionel Messi en cancha? Alejandro Villegas lo comenta en Messi & Co.

Ashley and Giancarlo go through what went wrong for Inter Miami after starting ahead in Atlanta with a Leonardo Campana golazo, and ending up losing 5-2 against Atlanta United. Inter Miami missed Messi... and so much more...

In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of Lionel Messi returning to Inter Miami from international break and how it will impact the upcoming match between Miami and Atlanta. Plus, they try to predict how Tata Martino will line up his side against Atlanta, with a focus on the Campana/Martinez striker debate.

Inter Miami came back after an early goal caused by a Callender error thanks to two Leo Campana goals and a heads up play by Sergio Busquets tha led to a Facu Farías goal to take three very important points!

On this episode of Messi and Co., the hosts discuss all of Inter Miami‘s players out on international duty, including Messi‘s performance against Ecuador, and his stunning free kick goal. They also go over what the game plan and lineup should be for Inter Miami without some of their key players, including Lionel Messi, Josef Martinez, and more, in Saturday’s matchup against Sporting KC.

Ashley, Gian and Alejandro go over Inter Miami's win against LAFC after a tough first half in which Drake Callender made great saves to keep the score tied. The golazo by Facu Farías, and the two assists by Leo Messi in the second half to close it out.

The Messi and Co. hosts break down Inter Miami CF’s upcoming matchup against LAFC and especially whether or not they believe it’s a must win game. Where does Tata Martino go in terms of personnel? Can Messi get back on the score sheet? All that, and much more with LAFC Beat Writer Justin Ruderman to go over everything you need to know before the game.

Check Justin's work here: https://substack.com/profile/6862060-justin-ruderman

Giancarlo y Alejandro comentan lo importante que es para una franquicia conseguir su primer título, y el efecto Messi, que ya comienza a rendir frutos en el Inter Miami. Además, repasamos lo que nos gustó y no nos gustó del empate sin goles ante Nashville.

Austin, Gian and Alejandro discuss what went on in Inter Miami's 0-0 tie against Nashville, in an off night for most of the squad. Fans celebrated the Leagues Cup championship, and then left wanting more. Messi almost won it at the end, even though he didn't have a great match.

Hosts Ashley and Gian discuss Messi and Inter Miami’s first official trophy presentation, the highly anticipated Nashville SC rematch, and the formula for Inter Miami to make the MLS playoffs.

Alejandro Villegas repasa el comunicado del Inter Miami CF sobre el comienzo de la construcción en el Miami Freedom Park, que terminará de cumplir una promesa que ya tiene años en el sur de Florida. Un estadio de la MLS en Miami, y no en las afueras de la ciudad. Lionel Messi tiene contrato hasta finales de 2025. ¿Lo veremos jugar en este estadio? ¿Estará listo a tiempo?

Immediately, following the final whistle in New Jersey, the Messi and Co. crew, give their live reactions to the 2-0 result. They also discuss what does team looked like with and without Lionel Messi on the pitch as he came on as a substitute in the 60th minute for his debut in the league.

Ahead of Lionel Messi‘s long-awaited MLS debut, the hosts, Austin, Ashley, and Gian, discuss whether or not they believe the Argentinian will start or even be playing this match. What does Tata Martino have to do to try and gain three points ahead of their potentially excruciating playoff push? Listen for more.

Gian and Austin talk about the rotations done by Tata Martino to face FC Cincinnati in the US Open Cup semifinals and what the plan should be going forward. When will Messi & Co rotate?

Another thriller that ended up in a penalty shootout took Leo Messi and Inter Miami to the US Open Cup final after beating a tough FC Cincinnati side. Austin, Gian and Ashley go through another Inter Miami epic night, thanks to two assists by Leo Messi, two goals by Leonardo Campana when everything seemed lost, and another Callender night to remember in the PKs!

Mónica Lebro y Alejandro Villegas repasan todo lo que se vivió en la final de la Leagues Cup entre el Nashville y el Inter Miami. El golazo de Messi, el sufrimiento de la segunda mitad, el gol fallido de Campana y los penales que todos recordaremos siempre.

On this episode of Messi and Co., Ashley, Austin, and Alejandro discuss the meaning of Messi’s impact on MLS and soccer in North America immediately following winning the Leagues Cup trophy. Then, Austin adds some critical analysis on the team and hosts a discussion with Alejandro and Ashley on realistic expectations for Inter Miami going forward.

Ashley, Gian and Alejandro go live from The Tank Brewing right after Inter Miami won 10-9 in PKs after tying 1-1 in 90 minutes in the Leagues Cup final against Nashville.

On this episode of Messi and Co., the hosts put on a full Leagues Cup Final preview ahead of Messi and Inter Miami’s matchup against Nashville SC on Saturday night. Gian, Austin, and Ashley are joined by Ben Wright of MLS and Broadway Sports Media to get the Nashville perspective on the game, and they all discuss specifics on how the match may end up.

Austin, Gian and Alejandro go over Lionel Messi's press conference before the Leagues Cup final against Nashville SC.

Lionel Messi tiene menos de un mes en el Inter Miami y ya el impacto deportivo ha sido claro. 9 goles y un cambio de actitud y resultados inmediato. Alejandro Villegas lo comenta en Messi & Co.

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Ashley, Austin and Gian review Inter Miami's win against Philadelphia Union that gives them a Concachampions berth and the possibility of winning the first important franchise's title on Saturday.

On this episode of Messi and Co., Gian, Ashley, and Austin discuss their thoughts on Miami’s new young signings who have just arrived in South Florida, Tomas Aviles and Facundo Farias, and how they fit in to Tata Martino’s current side.

David Malanda Jr. from Philadelphia also joins to discuss the excitement in the state of Pennsylvania for the upcoming match, along with some in depth analysis on the game itself.

Inter Miami didn't show his best play, but somehow ended up winning 4-0 against Charlotte FC to advance to the Leagues Cup semifinals, which will take place on Tuesday against the Philadelphia Union. Lionel Messi scored the team's fourth goal. Giancarlo and Austin break down what happened at DRV PNK Stadium.

On this episode, Gian and Austin invite Roberto Rojas of DAZN and Lower Limit Futbol + Guarani Vision to discuss Miami’s new midfielder Diego Gomez and how he fits under Tata Martino and into the Inter Miami midfield. A quick Charlotte preview and a roundup of Thursday’s press conference is also covered.

Benja Cremaschi y Diego Gómez, a sus 18 y 20 años de edad respectivamente, se han alternado en una de las posiciones de la media cancha en estos primeros partidos con Lionel Messi en el Inter Miami. Gómez, paraguayo, llega como refuerzo fichado por el Tata, mientras que Cremaschi, nacido en el sur de Florida, pero de raíces argentinas, es miembro de la academia del Inter. A ambos les tocará crecer junto a Leo Messi. Un cambio inesperado en sus carreras.

Inter Miami CF advanced to the round of eight after winning in PKs against a FC Dallas team that really made them struggle. Austin, Giancarlo and Alejandro go over this crazy game and everything that happened during a 90-minute rollercoaster, with Messi scoring twice, including another free kick golazo and the first PK to keep Inter alive in the Leagues Cup.

Austin, Ashley, and Gian break down everything you want to know about Lionel Messi’s first match in pink against Orlando City. Find out if the crew believes the officiating was bias towards Messi/Miami, their thoughts on Robert Taylor, and get some insight on Tata Martino’s tactics.

Jordi Alba and Tata Martino spoke before tomorrow's great clash between Inter Miami and Orlando City, which could be the game in which Jordi Alba plays his first minutes along with Messi and Busquets since they were together in Barcelona. Alejandro Villegas goes over what was said by Martino and Alba about this, and in general, about the process Inter Miami is going through in this historic moment.

Luis Suárez y el Gremio de Porto Alegre anunciaron que estarán dando por culminado su contrato a finales de 2023, abriéndole la puerta al uruguayo para que negocie con otros equipos para la temporada de 2024. Buscando menos intensidad, la MLS parece un destino claro para el ex 9 del FC Barcelona. ¿Es lo mejor para el equipo? Alejandro Villegas lo comenta.

Giancarlo Jacome y Alejandro Villegas repasan lo más destacado del show de Messi en el triunfo 4-0 ante el Atlanta United en la segunda jornada de la Leagues Cup.

Robbie Taylor está aprovechando al máximo a Messi y a Busquets, y Callender sigue destacándose en el arco.

Lionel Messi will start against Atlanta United, as different reports indicated early on Tuesday. Tata Martino almost confirmed it in an interesting press conference along with Robbie Taylor. Alejandro Villegas helps translating and summarizing the most important aspects of it.

Giancarlo Jacome y Alejandro Villegas comentan el ansiado debut de Lionel Messi con el Inter Miami, que terminó con un golazo de tiro libre que terminó de cerrar el comienzo de una nueva era de la manera perfecta.

Lionel Messi's debut couldn't have been scripted better. What a way to start a new era for Inter Miami. A great performance in the second half, and a golazo to remember for ever. The GOAT's show has started.

Gerardo "Tata" Martino y Sergio Busquets acudieron a la rueda de prensa previa al duelo entre el Cruz Azul y el Inter Miami CF. Alejandro Villegas repasa lo más destacado de la misma.

Austin gives an update on today’s media availability for Lionel Messi’s first training with Inter Miami CF. Jorge Mas and David Beckham also spoke with the media today giving updates around the club, and Alejandro and Austin highlight some key talking points from the experience: Messi’s debut, Jordi Alba confirmation, the questions on Luis Suarez, and more.

The hosts, Austin, Gian, Trav, and Ashley outline their individual experiences at Sunday’s presentation of Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets. Thoughts on how great Messi’s impact is and will be are given, as well as some pre-match hype talk before Messi debuts on Friday vs. Cruz Azul.

On this English episode of Messi and Co., Ashley, Austin, and Trav dive into Messi’s shopping spree at Publix and what to make of it, along with the magnitude of his upcoming “Unveil”. They also discuss some off the field MLS impacts as well as what to expect from Tata Martino’s first match in charge.

Lionel Messi ya está en Miami, ya entrenó apartado con el Inter Miami, y habría pasado la revisión médica. Esperamos el anuncio oficial del equipo, y que se confirmen todos los detalles del evento de presentación del astro argentino el próximo domingo.

Lionel Messi será presentado este domingo junto a Sergio Busquets y Jordi Alba en un acto que promete tener de todo un poco. Un momento que marcará la historia para el fútbol en Miami, en Florida y en los Estados Unidos. El mejor del mundo jugará en la MLS.

In this English episode of Messi and Co., Austin and Morgan dive into the Jordi Alba deal and how Miami are managing to bring in this many marquee signings. Plus, discussions on when Tata Martino will debut as manager, and speculation surrounding Robbie Robinson.

Mónica Lebro, Giancarlo Jacome y Alejandro Villegas dan su opinión sobre las fórmulas de ataque que puede probar el Inter Miami mientras espera la llegada de Lionel Messi, y una vez que llegue el astro argentino.

Austin Robillard and Alejandro Villegas go over the Inter Miami's new head coach's press conference most important takeaways.

Mónica Lebro, Giancarlo Jacome y Alejandro Villegas conversan sobre la llegada de Lionel Messi al Inter Miami, y el comienzo de una nueva era en el equipo y en la MLS, junto a Sergio Busquets, Gerardo "Tata" Martino y posiblemente Jordi Alba y/o... Andrés Iniesta.

On this week of Messi and Co., Austin, Ashley, and Morgan discuss what fans may need to be informed of when trying to secure a seat to see Messi play. From the beginning conversations of where to host games, to the ticketing phenomenon currently happening, questions are answered. The crew also discuss the possibility of Miami’s third signing behind Busquets and Messi, following an injury in the club’s most recent match.

Austin Robillard and Alejandro Villegas discuss how Inter Miami managed to bring Argentinian superstar Leo Messi at this point of his career and the impact he can cause on the team short and long term.