Lionel Messi's salary in the MLS has been revealed, while the Kansas City Current are gearing up to host the U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) at CPKC Stadium [1, 2].
Messi's MLS Earnings
While Lionel Messi is the highest-paid player in MLS, his earnings fall short of Carlos Vela's record [1]. The details emerged alongside salary revelations for other prominent players like Heung-min Son and Thomas Müller [1]. Despite not topping Vela's record, Messi's impact on the league remains significant, drawing considerable attention and boosting the profile of MLS [1]. His commitment to the future of Inter Miami CF has been well noted [1].
CPKC Stadium Debut
The Kansas City Current are set to host the USWNT for the program's first-ever friendly at CPKC Stadium [2]. Four Current players, Claire Hutton, Ally Sentnor, Michelle Cooper, and Lo’eau LaBonta, are part of the USWNT squad [2]. This event marks a significant moment for both the team and the stadium, showcasing the growing prominence of women's soccer in Kansas City [2]. Sandy McAfee reported that this is a Featured Kansas City Current event [2].
TL;DR
- Lionel Messi's MLS salary, though the highest in the league, does not surpass Carlos Vela's record [1].
- The Kansas City Current will host the USWNT for a historic friendly match at CPKC Stadium [2].
- Claire Hutton, Ally Sentnor, Michelle Cooper, and Lo’eau LaBonta of the Current are part of the USWNT roster [2].
- The event highlights the rising profile of both MLS and women's soccer in the United States [1, 2].