Hong Kong organiser to partly refund Inter Miami tickets after Messi backlash
The match in Hong Kong drew 40,000 fans, with some spectators paying up to nearly HK$5,000 ($640) per ticket.
Fri Feb 09 2024
Lionel Messi named FIFA Best Men's Footballer of 2023
Inter Miami's Argentine superstar Lionel Messi was named the FIFA Best Men's Footballer while Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati was named the FIFA Best Women's Footballer in the 2023 Best FIFA Football Award
Tue Jan 16 2024
Soccer - Argentina's Messi named Time's Athlete of the Year for 2023
Lionel Messi managed to do what once seemed impossible: turning the US into a soccer country, said the Time magazine.
Wed Dec 06 2023
Soccer - Messi fit for Argentina qualifiers, says Scaloni
Lionel Messi has been out of action for almost a month in the middle of the season.
Thu Nov 16 2023
Soccer: Inter Miami to wait until 'last moment' to decide on Messi fitness for Cup final
The Argentina captain is a doubt for the US Open Cup final when his team will aim to claim their second title after winning the Leagues Cup.
Wed Sep 27 2023
Soccer - Messi magic continues as Inter Miami reach Leagues Cup final
Lionel Messi notched his ninth goal in six matches as Inter Miami crushed Philadelphia Union 4-1 to reach the Leagues Cup final.
Wed Aug 16 2023
Soccer: Messi to captain Inter Miami, says coach Martino
The club's previous captain Brazilian midfielder Gregore is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a foot injury.
Tue Jul 25 2023
Soccer - Messi surprises team mate in group chat ahead of grand unveiling
Lionel Messi surprised Leonardo Campana in the players' group chat by providing a timely assist with tickets to his presentation on Sunday.
Fri Jul 21 2023
Soccer - Messi expects 'great things' at Inter Miami after glitzy unveiling
Lionel Messi's arrival is a huge boost for the profile of soccer in the US, which will co-host the 2026 World Cup with Mexico and Canada.
Mon Jul 17 2023
Soccer - Messi eager to face new challenge at Inter Miami
Lionel Messi is expected to make his debut for the club on July 21 in a Leagues Cup clash against Mexican side Cruz Azul.
Wed Jul 12 2023
Soccer: Messi to make Inter Miami debut next month
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have agreed terms on a deal and are finalising paperwork and visas.
Wed Jun 21 2023
Soccer: 'I'm going to Miami' - Messi confirms move to MLS
The move is also a big win for MLS, which welcomed Messi while adding that work remained to finalise the details of the formal agreement.
Thu Jun 08 2023
Soccer - Argentina's Messi keen on rejoining Barcelona, says father
The United States' Major League Soccer club Inter Miami have also been touted as a possible destination for Messi.
Tue Jun 06 2023
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024