Lionel Messi has sent fans into a frenzy by showing off a new hairstyle during Inter Miami's 2-1 victory over Philadelphia Union on Saturday night. The Argentina international scored his side's second goal of the game as they kept their place at the top of the MLS table.

Soccer fans who tune into Lionel Messi may have noticed one change about the star forward. Since the start of the 2025 Major League Soccer season, Messi's bodyguard has not been seen as often, roaming the touchlines and following the Argentine in case a fan tries to invade the pitch.

Lionel Messi's bodyguard Yassine Cheuko said he has been banned from protecting the Argentina forward from the touchline during Inter Miami matches.