Messi fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee

Messi fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee

23.08.2026 17:00

The American Football League Disciplinary Board fined Lionel Messi for unsportsmanlike conduct against an opponent.

The Major League Soccer (MLS) Disciplinary Committee has fined Inter Miami's Argentine star Lionel Messi for an unsportsmanlike act against an opponent.

MESSI FINED

According to the MLS statement, Messi was fined an undisclosed amount by the Disciplinary Committee for violating the league's policy regarding the use of hands to an opponent's face, head, or neck area during the match against the Philadelphia Union.

HE SLAPPED THE BACK OF HIS NECK

Messi was referred to the MLS Disciplinary Committee for slapping the back of Quinn Sullivan's neck during an altercation in the match against the Philadelphia Union, which ended in a 2-2 draw in the league's 20th week.

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