MLS fines Lionel Messi for slapping opponent during match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Lionel Messi has been fined by Major League Soccer for an incident in which he slapped an opponent during a game. The incident took place amid ongoing matches this season, marking another notable development in Messi's time in the league. Details about the exact circumstances and implications of the fine have not been fully disclosed.
- •MLS imposes a fine on Lionel Messi for slapping an opponent
- •Incident occurred during an ongoing match this season
- •Details regarding the circumstances remain undisclosed
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