Safid Deen
@safiddeen.bsky.social
Sports writer for @usatoday.com and @usatodaysports.usatoday.com, covering Lionel Messi, NFL and more from South Florida.
My work: https://www.usatoday.com/staff/5551640001/safid-deen/
My work: https://www.usatoday.com/staff/5551640001/safid-deen/
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Safid Deen
@safiddeen.bsky.social
· Sep 1
Looking to connect some more on Bluesky!
There’s just too much “engagement” on X, but I do get my laughs. Mostly on IG and TikTok these days. We’ll see about Threads.
About me: Sports writer (NFL/Dolphins ‘18-23, Messi since). Just turned 37. Recently lost 160 lbs after WLS.
Let’s connect ppl!
There’s just too much “engagement” on X, but I do get my laughs. Mostly on IG and TikTok these days. We’ll see about Threads.
About me: Sports writer (NFL/Dolphins ‘18-23, Messi since). Just turned 37. Recently lost 160 lbs after WLS.
Let’s connect ppl!
Halftime read:
MLS commissioner Don Garber praises Lionel Messi before Golden Boot ceremony, following his recent three-year extension
'He's the unicorn of unicorns'
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MLS commissioner Don Garber praises Lionel Messi before Golden Boot ceremony, following his recent three-year extension
'He's the unicorn of unicorns'
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After contentious summer, MLS commissioner praises Messi: 'He's the unicorn of unicorns'
MLS commissioner Don Garber and Lionel Messi have apparently made up since their tiff earlier this season.
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October 25, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Halftime read:
MLS commissioner Don Garber praises Lionel Messi before Golden Boot ceremony, following his recent three-year extension
'He's the unicorn of unicorns'
www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
MLS commissioner Don Garber praises Lionel Messi before Golden Boot ceremony, following his recent three-year extension
'He's the unicorn of unicorns'
www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Lionel Messi arrives to Inter Miami's MLS Cup playoff match vs. Nashville SC at Chase Stadium. He'll receive the MLS Golden Boot before the game from Commissioner Don Garber.
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October 24, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Lionel Messi arrives to Inter Miami's MLS Cup playoff match vs. Nashville SC at Chase Stadium. He'll receive the MLS Golden Boot before the game from Commissioner Don Garber.
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Messi on his new deal with Inter Miami inside the club’s new stadium Miami Freedom Park: “I've been happy since I arrived here, so I'm very happy to continue.”
Video from Inter Miami
Video from Inter Miami
October 23, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Messi on his new deal with Inter Miami inside the club’s new stadium Miami Freedom Park: “I've been happy since I arrived here, so I'm very happy to continue.”
Video from Inter Miami
Video from Inter Miami
MLS commissioner Don Garber: “We’ve witnessed something truly historic: the greatest player of all time bringing global attention to our league. We’re thrilled that Leo has chosen to stay and continue his career with Inter Miami.” www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami agree to new contract. Here are the details.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have agreed on an extension through 2028. These are the details.
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October 23, 2025 at 3:55 PM
MLS commissioner Don Garber: “We’ve witnessed something truly historic: the greatest player of all time bringing global attention to our league. We’re thrilled that Leo has chosen to stay and continue his career with Inter Miami.” www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami agree to new contract. Here are the details. www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami agree to new contract. Here are the details.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have agreed on an extension through 2028. These are the details.
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October 23, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami agree to new contract. Here are the details. www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Lionel Messi has signed an extension through 2028, Inter Miami announced Thursday.
The deal comes before Messi’s playoff opener vs. Nashville SC on Friday. He’s expected to play despite some back discomfort this week.
The deal comes before Messi’s playoff opener vs. Nashville SC on Friday. He’s expected to play despite some back discomfort this week.
October 23, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Lionel Messi has signed an extension through 2028, Inter Miami announced Thursday.
The deal comes before Messi’s playoff opener vs. Nashville SC on Friday. He’s expected to play despite some back discomfort this week.
The deal comes before Messi’s playoff opener vs. Nashville SC on Friday. He’s expected to play despite some back discomfort this week.
Lionel Messi practiced again on Thursday and is expected to play Friday in the MLS Cup playoff opener vs. Nashville.
Asked if Messi could play 90 minutes, Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said he could play even more.
Messi was given a rest day Tuesday after some back discomfort.
Asked if Messi could play 90 minutes, Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said he could play even more.
Messi was given a rest day Tuesday after some back discomfort.
October 23, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Lionel Messi practiced again on Thursday and is expected to play Friday in the MLS Cup playoff opener vs. Nashville.
Asked if Messi could play 90 minutes, Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said he could play even more.
Messi was given a rest day Tuesday after some back discomfort.
Asked if Messi could play 90 minutes, Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano said he could play even more.
Messi was given a rest day Tuesday after some back discomfort.
NEW: Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami practice Wednesday before Friday’s MLS Cup playoff opener vs. Nashville SC.
He was sidelined with back discomfort in Tuesday’s session.
He was sidelined with back discomfort in Tuesday’s session.
October 22, 2025 at 3:37 PM
NEW: Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami practice Wednesday before Friday’s MLS Cup playoff opener vs. Nashville SC.
He was sidelined with back discomfort in Tuesday’s session.
He was sidelined with back discomfort in Tuesday’s session.
Luka Doncic is still a effin monster.
October 22, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Luka Doncic is still a effin monster.
Messi misses practice due to back injury: Here's the latest before the MLS Cup playoffs begin this week.
Lionel Messi injury update: Star misses practice, latest before MLS playoffs begin
Lionel Messi was the only Inter Miami player who did not train with the club on Oct. 21 — three days before their first match in the MLS Cup Playoffs.
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October 21, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Messi misses practice due to back injury: Here's the latest before the MLS Cup playoffs begin this week.
NEW: Inter Miami says Lionel Messi missed practice today due to minor back discomfort.
NEW: Lionel Messi was the only Inter Miami player on Tuesday morning who did not practice, but co-owner Sir David Beckham (wearing all black) was in attendance.
It’s unclear why Messi is absent.
Inter Miami hosts Nashville SC in the first playoff game on Friday at 8pm.
It’s unclear why Messi is absent.
Inter Miami hosts Nashville SC in the first playoff game on Friday at 8pm.
October 21, 2025 at 5:23 PM
NEW: Inter Miami says Lionel Messi missed practice today due to minor back discomfort.
NEW: Lionel Messi was the only Inter Miami player on Tuesday morning who did not practice, but co-owner Sir David Beckham (wearing all black) was in attendance.
It’s unclear why Messi is absent.
Inter Miami hosts Nashville SC in the first playoff game on Friday at 8pm.
It’s unclear why Messi is absent.
Inter Miami hosts Nashville SC in the first playoff game on Friday at 8pm.
October 21, 2025 at 1:57 PM
NEW: Lionel Messi was the only Inter Miami player on Tuesday morning who did not practice, but co-owner Sir David Beckham (wearing all black) was in attendance.
It’s unclear why Messi is absent.
Inter Miami hosts Nashville SC in the first playoff game on Friday at 8pm.
It’s unclear why Messi is absent.
Inter Miami hosts Nashville SC in the first playoff game on Friday at 8pm.
Formula 1 races are my favorite.
October 20, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Formula 1 races are my favorite.
Lionel Messi after Argentina’s U-20 team fell to Morocco in the World Cup final:
Keep your heads up boys!!!! Even though we all wanted to see them lift the cup, we stayed with the joy of everything they gave us and the pride of seeing how they defended the Celeste and Blanca with their heart.
Keep your heads up boys!!!! Even though we all wanted to see them lift the cup, we stayed with the joy of everything they gave us and the pride of seeing how they defended the Celeste and Blanca with their heart.
October 20, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Lionel Messi after Argentina’s U-20 team fell to Morocco in the World Cup final:
Keep your heads up boys!!!! Even though we all wanted to see them lift the cup, we stayed with the joy of everything they gave us and the pride of seeing how they defended the Celeste and Blanca with their heart.
Keep your heads up boys!!!! Even though we all wanted to see them lift the cup, we stayed with the joy of everything they gave us and the pride of seeing how they defended the Celeste and Blanca with their heart.
Who's in MLS Cup playoffs? MLS playoff bracket, schedule www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Who's in MLS Cup playoffs? MLS playoff bracket, schedule
The schedule for the MLS Cup playoffs will be released on Sunday. Here are the matchups after Decision Day.
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October 19, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Who's in MLS Cup playoffs? MLS playoff bracket, schedule www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Formula 1 United States Grand Prix live updates, what you need to know www.usatoday.com/story/sports... via @usatoday
Formula 1 United States Grand Prix live updates, what you need to know
The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix is Sunday in Austin, Texas. Follow here for live updates.
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October 19, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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Lionel Messi is the only professional fútbol player in the history win both the MLS Golden Boot and the European Golden Boot in his career.
a man wearing a shirt with the number 7 on it stands on a soccer field
ALT: a man wearing a shirt with the number 7 on it stands on a soccer field
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October 19, 2025 at 5:13 AM
Lionel Messi is the only professional fútbol player in the history win both the MLS Golden Boot and the European Golden Boot in his career.
Messi sets sights on MLS Golden Boot, MVP in Nashville vs. Inter Miami match, live updates
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Messi sets sights on MLS Golden Boot, MVP in Nashville vs. Inter Miami match, live updates
Lionel Messi is expected to play with Inter Miami on the road against Nashville SC Saturday. Here's what you need to know.
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October 18, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Messi sets sights on MLS Golden Boot, MVP in Nashville vs. Inter Miami match, live updates
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With Major League Soccer celebrating its 30th season, here's a look at the key milestones in the league's history.
Timeline covering key milestones of first 30 years of MLS: From Beckham to Messi
With Major League Soccer celebrating its 30th season, here's a look at the key milestones in the league's history.
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October 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM
With Major League Soccer celebrating its 30th season, here's a look at the key milestones in the league's history.
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Here's the full MLS schedule, for Oct. 18, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
MLS games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for Oct. 18
Here's the full MLS schedule, for Oct. 18, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
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October 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Here's the full MLS schedule, for Oct. 18, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.
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After more than seven months of play, the 2025 MLS regular season has hit its final matchday, with two playoff spots up for grabs.
MLS playoff picture and clinching scenarios, Golden Boot leaders for Decision Day 2025
After more than seven months of play, the 2025 MLS regular season has hit its final matchday, with two playoff spots up for grabs.
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October 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
After more than seven months of play, the 2025 MLS regular season has hit its final matchday, with two playoff spots up for grabs.
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Miami and Louisville football compete for the Schnellenberger Trophy, named after legendary coach Howard Schnellenberger. Here's more on the award:
What is the Schnellenberger Trophy? Miami-Louisville rivalry trophy honors iconic coach
Miami and Louisville football compete for the Schnellenberger Trophy, named after legendary coach Howard Schnellenberger. Here's more on the award:
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October 18, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Miami and Louisville football compete for the Schnellenberger Trophy, named after legendary coach Howard Schnellenberger. Here's more on the award:
Lionel Messi shares a laugh with Luis Suarez at Inter Miami training Friday. Messi will travel to Nashville SC for Decision Day, hoping to lock up the MLS Golden Boot and his second straight MLS MVP.
October 17, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Lionel Messi shares a laugh with Luis Suarez at Inter Miami training Friday. Messi will travel to Nashville SC for Decision Day, hoping to lock up the MLS Golden Boot and his second straight MLS MVP.
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MLS Cup is the only trophy that’s eluded Inter Miami since Messi joined in July 2023. It could define their legacies in MLS, two analysts say.
Messi, Inter Miami need to win MLS Cup to solidify MLS legacies, league analysts say
MLS Cup is the only trophy that’s eluded Inter Miami since Messi joined in July 2023. It could define their legacies in MLS, two analysts say.
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October 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
MLS Cup is the only trophy that’s eluded Inter Miami since Messi joined in July 2023. It could define their legacies in MLS, two analysts say.
All eyes on Messi, Suarez, Busquets and Alba during the MLS playoffs.
“You can't assemble the Avengers, and not win MLS Cup,” Bradley Wright-Phillips said.
Messi’s “MLS legacy will absolutely be affected whether he wins an MLS Cup or not,” Dax McCarty said. www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
“You can't assemble the Avengers, and not win MLS Cup,” Bradley Wright-Phillips said.
Messi’s “MLS legacy will absolutely be affected whether he wins an MLS Cup or not,” Dax McCarty said. www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
Messi, Inter Miami need to win MLS Cup to solidify MLS legacies, league analysts say
MLS Cup is the only trophy that’s eluded Inter Miami since Messi joined in July 2023. It could define their legacies in MLS, two analysts say.
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October 16, 2025 at 7:47 PM
All eyes on Messi, Suarez, Busquets and Alba during the MLS playoffs.
“You can't assemble the Avengers, and not win MLS Cup,” Bradley Wright-Phillips said.
Messi’s “MLS legacy will absolutely be affected whether he wins an MLS Cup or not,” Dax McCarty said. www.usatoday.com/story/sports...
“You can't assemble the Avengers, and not win MLS Cup,” Bradley Wright-Phillips said.
Messi’s “MLS legacy will absolutely be affected whether he wins an MLS Cup or not,” Dax McCarty said. www.usatoday.com/story/sports...