While the club pushes ahead with preparations for the new season and the Portugal national team has already concluded its campaign, a new update has emerged that explains why supporters will have to wait a little longer before seeing the veteran forward back in training.

Lionel Messi's return with Inter Miami remains uncertain, and it looks like it won't come against Columbus Crew in the next MLS matchup.

As the dust settles following the 2026 World Cup, the governing body has now provided a significant update, despite mounting criticism and fears that future tournaments could be affected.

Chelsea received a sanction from the FA, but they'll still be able to remain active in the transfer market.

Manchester City is reportedly targeting the signing of Argentina goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli, who could return to the club to finally make his debut.

During his presentation, new Inter Miami star Casemiro filled Lionel Messi with praise: "Messi is one of the gods, if not the god of football."

Neymar received a special tribute at Santos stadium with a bust and a statue, now turning alongside Pele as the two players to have specific tribute areas in the museum.

FIFPRO president Sergio Marchi proposed a meeting to debate the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan, put forward by Gianni Infantino.

Online petitions are calling for Lionel Messi to have his 2026 Princess of Asturias Award for Sports, following the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain.

The U.S. Soccer and CONCACAF have joined UEFA as the Confederations opposing to Gianni Infantino's invevstment plans for the World Cup, with the FIFA president losing up to 90 votes in his initiative.

Ferran Torres could be close to leaving Barcelona, potentially opening the door for a possible Julian Alvarez transfer from Atletico Madrid.

With reports linking him to Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr, Marcus Rashford wrote a farewell message to FC Barcelona.

While the Portuguese icon is still absent from Al-Nassr, Messi has already reported back to Inter Miami, creating fresh debate among supporters about why their post-tournament paths have taken such different directions.

While his teammates continue preparations abroad, the American star is staying in Italy as the club carefully manages his recovery from the injury he suffered during the United States' World Cup campaign.

What began as a plan designed to reshape the governing body's financial future has rapidly evolved into a crisis that could alter the landscape of international soccer for years to come.