Messi fined for slapping opponent in MLS

Lionel Messi has been fined for slapping an opponent during a Major League Soccer match. The 39-year-old Inter Miami forward lashed out at Quinn Sullivan of Philadelphia Union during their 2-2 draw on Wednesday.

The incident occurred after Sullivan elbowed Messi following a play, with the referee intervening before the situation could escalate. Messi appeared to be reacting to the contact from the Philadelphia midfielder. zeppelin.cool