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The Influence Of Lionel Messi? MLS Sets New 11 Million Attendance Record

More than 11 million fans have flocked to Major League Soccer games this season, the league said Monday, breaking the previous record of 10.9 millions fans who attended games in 2024. The league said in a statement that the league has averaged 23,240 fans per game, breaking the 11 million-fan barrier for the first time in history. MLS said the arrival of international stars such as Lionel Messi -- whose presence in the league has often prompted teams to switch fixtures to bigger stadiums -- had helped boost attendances.

Garnacho out of Argentina squad with knee problem

Argentina forward Alejandro Garnacho will miss their World Cup qualifiers against Venezuela and Bolivia due to discomfort in his left knee, the team said on Monday.

Preity Zinta's Team Finally Wins Trophy, Faf du Plessis' Celebration Goes Viral

Saint Lucia Kings defeated the Guyana Amazon Warriors by six wickets in the final to win their maiden Caribbean Premier League (CPL) title at Providence Stadium on Sunday. Opting to bowl first, the Kings restricted the Warriors at 138/8 with Noor Ahmad scalped three wickets. Later, the Faf du Plessis-led side chased down the target 18.1 overs and clinched their maiden title. After a long and tiring wait of 11 years, St Lucia finally emerged as the champions, as they were the only original CPL franchise left without a title.