Michael Lewis
@soccerwriter.bsky.social
Award-winning soccer writer who has seen a lot and written a ton. 2025 Clay Berling Media Career of Excellence Award from United Soccer Coaches. Attended all but one MLS Cup, 13 World Cups (8 men, 5 women), 7 Olympics. Has authored nine books.
MESSI DOES IT YET AGAIN: Inter Miami FC star becomes 1st player in MLS history to win back-to-back MVPs - frontrow.soccer/6zgqi
MESSI DOES IT YET AGAIN: Inter Miami star becomes 1st player in MLS history to win back-to-back MVPs - Front Row Soccer
Major League Soccer on Tuesday announced that Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi has been named the 2025 Landon Donovan MLS Most Valuable Player, becoming the first player in league history to win th...
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 4:29 PM
MESSI DOES IT YET AGAIN: Inter Miami FC star becomes 1st player in MLS history to win back-to-back MVPs - frontrow.soccer/6zgqi
Lionel #Messi landslide winner in #MLS MVP vote, getting 70.43%. #AndersDreyer 2nd, #DennisBouanga 3rd, #Evander 4th #Surridge 5th
Media gave Messi 83%, Players only 55.15% Club vote was 73.43%
Interesting that the players were almost split in half for Messi
#InterMiami
Media gave Messi 83%, Players only 55.15% Club vote was 73.43%
Interesting that the players were almost split in half for Messi
#InterMiami
December 9, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Lionel #Messi landslide winner in #MLS MVP vote, getting 70.43%. #AndersDreyer 2nd, #DennisBouanga 3rd, #Evander 4th #Surridge 5th
Media gave Messi 83%, Players only 55.15% Club vote was 73.43%
Interesting that the players were almost split in half for Messi
#InterMiami
Media gave Messi 83%, Players only 55.15% Club vote was 73.43%
Interesting that the players were almost split in half for Messi
#InterMiami
December 9, 2025 at 4:05 PM
GUEST COLUMN: A time to say thank you - frontrow.soccer/bbuws
GUEST COLUMN: A time to say thank you - Front Row Soccer
I take great pride in leading players and teams in a holistic way. I’m fully aware that while many of them may never play professionally or in college, every one of them can become a great person who ...
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 12:52 PM
GUEST COLUMN: A time to say thank you - frontrow.soccer/bbuws
VIDEO: Watch Pulisic's 10-minute brace for Milan in win over Torino - frontrow.soccer/l2zcs
VIDEO: Watch Pulisic's 10-minute brace for Milan in win over Torino - Front Row Soccer
Christian Pulisic came off the bench to strike twice in the second half for A.C. Milan en route to a 3-2 victory over Torino in Italy's Serie A on Monday night.
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 11:57 AM
VIDEO: Watch Pulisic's 10-minute brace for Milan in win over Torino - frontrow.soccer/l2zcs
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IT'S PULISIC TO THE RESCUE: USMNT star comes off the bench, strikes twice in 10 minutes in Milan comeback win - frontrow.soccer/e9e55
IT'S PULISIC TO THE RESCUE: USMNT star comes off the bench, strikes twice in 10 minutes in Milan comeback win - Front Row Soccer
For someone who was suffering from the flu and his ability to play uncertain, Christian Pulisic pulled off another historic moment for A.C. Milan on Monday night.
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 1:40 AM
IT'S PULISIC TO THE RESCUE: USMNT star comes off the bench, strikes twice in 10 minutes in Milan comeback win - frontrow.soccer/e9e55
Reposted by Michael Lewis
NEXT ROUND: Random Selection Draw for World Cup tickets to run from Thursday thru Jan. 13 - frontrow.soccer/lii1v
NEXT ROUND: Random Selection Draw for World Cup tickets to run from Thursday thru Jan. 13 - Front Row Soccer
The stage has been set and the match schedule has been finalized for the 2026 World Cup.
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 12:31 AM
NEXT ROUND: Random Selection Draw for World Cup tickets to run from Thursday thru Jan. 13 - frontrow.soccer/lii1v
Reposted by Michael Lewis
AND THE NOMINATIONS ARE ...: For the U.S. Extended national team players of the year - frontrow.soccer/qfqmc
AND THE NOMINATIONS ARE ...: For the U.S. Extended national team players of the year - Front Row Soccer
U.S. Soccer on Monday has announced the nominees for its 2025 Extended National Teams Player of the Year awards.
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 12:18 AM
AND THE NOMINATIONS ARE ...: For the U.S. Extended national team players of the year - frontrow.soccer/qfqmc
Reposted by Michael Lewis
I had the privilege and honor of being a guest on John Shrader's Soccer Media Podcast this week.
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
Episode 10: 'Michael Lewis: Messi MLS Cup & World Cup Draw in one Weekend'
YouTube video by The SOCCER MEDIA Podcast
youtu.be
December 8, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I had the privilege and honor of being a guest on John Shrader's Soccer Media Podcast this week.
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
Reposted by Michael Lewis
My latest piece for Forbes.com
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
December 7, 2025 at 4:19 AM
My latest piece for Forbes.com
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
Reposted by Michael Lewis
MESSI DOES IT AGAIN: Sets up game-winner, insurance goal as Inter Miami CF grabs its first MLS Cup crown - frontrow.soccer/6mx8e
MESSI DOES IT AGAIN: Sets up game-winner, insurance goal as Inter Miami CF grabs its first MLS Cup crown - Front Row Soccer
If there is one thing the soccer universe has learned the hard way through the past two decades, its that Lionel Messi doesn't have to score goals to turn games on its end.
frontrow.soccer
December 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
MESSI DOES IT AGAIN: Sets up game-winner, insurance goal as Inter Miami CF grabs its first MLS Cup crown - frontrow.soccer/6mx8e
Reposted by Michael Lewis
Before anyone gets there panties in a bunch, this is an attempt at #sarcasm. I know Messi would never ever do anything like this
I mean, I would be the last person to comment on any player and his or her preparation for big games. But then again, that No. 10 for Inter Miami shouldn’t be cavorting around on the back of a truck before kickoff.
December 6, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Before anyone gets there panties in a bunch, this is an attempt at #sarcasm. I know Messi would never ever do anything like this
Reposted by Michael Lewis
Went from the frozen tundra of our nation’s capital on Friday to the sandy beaches of Fort Lauderdale today
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
December 6, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Went from the frozen tundra of our nation’s capital on Friday to the sandy beaches of Fort Lauderdale today
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
(80 degrees). I cannot partake in anything on the beach because I have a game to cover - MLS Cup. Looking forward to seeing Messi play. Saw him perform at 2008 Olympics.
Reposted by Michael Lewis
HIGH NOON: World Cup kickoff times to be revealed today - frontrow.soccer/sntvy
HIGH NOON: World Cup kickoff times to be revealed today - Front Row Soccer
FIFA President Gianni Infantino will be joined by an all-star cast on Saturday, Dec. 6 as the updated match schedule for the first 48-team, 104-match World Cup is revealed.
frontrow.soccer
December 6, 2025 at 3:02 PM
HIGH NOON: World Cup kickoff times to be revealed today - frontrow.soccer/sntvy
Reposted by Michael Lewis
OFFSIDE REMARKS: Getting ready for my 29th MLS Cup - frontrow.soccer/2ynj0
OFFSIDE REMARKS: Getting ready for my 29th MLS Cup - Front Row Soccer
It wouldn’t stop. It was so bad that it went sideways at a fierce speed.
frontrow.soccer
December 6, 2025 at 2:11 PM
OFFSIDE REMARKS: Getting ready for my 29th MLS Cup - frontrow.soccer/2ynj0
Reposted by Michael Lewis
IT'S PULISIC TO THE RESCUE: USMNT star comes off the bench, strikes twice in 10 minutes in Milan comeback win - frontrow.soccer/e9e55
IT'S PULISIC TO THE RESCUE: USMNT star comes off the bench, strikes twice in 10 minutes in Milan comeback win - Front Row Soccer
For someone who was suffering from the flu and his ability to play uncertain, Christian Pulisic pulled off another historic moment for A.C. Milan on Monday night.
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 1:40 AM
IT'S PULISIC TO THE RESCUE: USMNT star comes off the bench, strikes twice in 10 minutes in Milan comeback win - frontrow.soccer/e9e55
NEXT ROUND: Random Selection Draw for World Cup tickets to run from Thursday thru Jan. 13 - frontrow.soccer/lii1v
NEXT ROUND: Random Selection Draw for World Cup tickets to run from Thursday thru Jan. 13 - Front Row Soccer
The stage has been set and the match schedule has been finalized for the 2026 World Cup.
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 12:31 AM
NEXT ROUND: Random Selection Draw for World Cup tickets to run from Thursday thru Jan. 13 - frontrow.soccer/lii1v
AND THE NOMINATIONS ARE ...: For the U.S. Extended national team players of the year - frontrow.soccer/qfqmc
AND THE NOMINATIONS ARE ...: For the U.S. Extended national team players of the year - Front Row Soccer
U.S. Soccer on Monday has announced the nominees for its 2025 Extended National Teams Player of the Year awards.
frontrow.soccer
December 9, 2025 at 12:18 AM
AND THE NOMINATIONS ARE ...: For the U.S. Extended national team players of the year - frontrow.soccer/qfqmc
I had the privilege and honor of being a guest on John Shrader's Soccer Media Podcast this week.
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
Episode 10: 'Michael Lewis: Messi MLS Cup & World Cup Draw in one Weekend'
YouTube video by The SOCCER MEDIA Podcast
youtu.be
December 8, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I had the privilege and honor of being a guest on John Shrader's Soccer Media Podcast this week.
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
The podcast was recorded on Saturday night, Dec. 6, after he covered the MLS Cup final.
Thank you, John, for having me on. I enjoyed being on the podcast!
You can watch it here:
youtu.be/CTyVii48Vao
Reposted by Michael Lewis
MLS Cup news and notes
My latest piece for Forbes.com
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
December 7, 2025 at 5:36 AM
MLS Cup news and notes
My latest piece for Forbes.com
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
December 7, 2025 at 4:19 AM
My latest piece for Forbes.com
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
'Old Man' Messi Still Can Produce Magic for MLS Champions Inter Miami
tinyurl.com/6cca2ynm
Updated story with Messi quotes:
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
December 6, 2025 at 11:34 PM
Updated story with Messi quotes:
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
Messi does it again: MVP sets up game-winner, insurance goals as Inter Miami CF secures its first MLS Cup crown
MESSI DOES IT AGAIN: Sets up game-winner, insurance goal as Inter Miami CF grabs its first MLS Cup crown - frontrow.soccer/6mx8e
MESSI DOES IT AGAIN: Sets up game-winner, insurance goal as Inter Miami CF grabs its first MLS Cup crown - Front Row Soccer
If there is one thing the soccer universe has learned the hard way through the past two decades, its that Lionel Messi doesn't have to score goals to turn games on its end.
frontrow.soccer
December 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
MESSI DOES IT AGAIN: Sets up game-winner, insurance goal as Inter Miami CF grabs its first MLS Cup crown - frontrow.soccer/6mx8e
Congratulations to Inter Miami CF for winning its first MLS Cup crown
December 6, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Congratulations to Inter Miami CF for winning its first MLS Cup crown