Caloroga Labs The Messi Effect

World Cup 2026 Daily Soccer Coverage - The Messi Effect

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is here — and every day we break down the action, the drama, and the stories behind the world's biggest sporting event. The Messi Effect is your daily World Cup podcast covering every match, every group stage result, every knockout round upset, and the storylines that define the tournament. From Lionel Messi's final World Cup chapter to the USA playing on home soil, from England's eternal hope to Brazil's hunger, we cover it all daily for the duration of the tournament. Hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the first World Cup ever staged across three nat...

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Derek Jeter sees Messi score 2 as Messi goes Wakanda Forever 03.08.2023 7:19

A lengthy rain delay, a visit from The Captain Derek Jeter and a new goal celebration from Messi on Wednesday night. Is there more to obsession with Marvel than meets the eye? Carli Lloyd has criticized the USWNT saying “the winning doesn’t matter as much anymore” as much as “a lot of the off the field things that are happening.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Messi's new goal celebration - the secret meaning PLUS could there be a return to Barcelona? 02.08.2023 6:14

Messi has a new goal celebration He had dinner with the Beckhams, the Man family and some others Messi is house hunting in Boca Raton How Messi could wind up playing in Barcelona next summerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Messi jerseys sold out until October, Antonella goes viral, Apple subscriptions up thanks to Messi! 29.07.2023 7:07

Messi jerseys are sold out - until October! Antonella goes viral. AppleTV is selling subscriptions thanks to the Messi Effect But the New Yorker thinks this all feels bittersweet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diddy, DJ Khaled and Camila Cabello watch Messi crush Atlanta PLUS will the USWNT sing the national anthem 26.07.2023 6:40

It was a star-powered affair in Miami ion Tuesday as Diddy, DJ Khaled and Camila Cabello watched Messi put on a show in a rout of Atlanta. There were however some empty seats, which could be worrisome for MLS. Meanwhile, the USWNT plays tonight and The New York Post reports the team’s starters including Alex Morgan, Andi Sullivan, Sophia Smith, Naomi Girma, Emily Fox, Trinity Rodman and Crystal D...

Patrick Mahomes and Lebron James celebrate Messi 25.07.2023 6:25

Is there any way Messi can top Friday's night game when Inter Miami takes on Atlanta tonight? Messi has brought star power to MLS with two GOATs in Lebron James and Patrick Mahomes celebrating their fellow GOAT. Messi begins looking for a house. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Messi's last minute stunner free kick for the win!! 22.07.2023 6:44

They made us wait, but once Messi took to the pitch, it was glorious. We were heading for kicks...and then Messi was given a free kick....See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Messi's Debut How To Watch, Alexi Lalas says Publix was a stunt AND the USWNT is marked safe after New Zealand shooting 21.07.2023 8:49

Messi makes his Inter Miami debut tonight.....and that makes for a nice doubleheader with the USWNT after. The US Women were reported safe after a mass shooting in New Zealand. On the Messi front - Alexi Lalas thinks Messi's shopping spree was a publicity stunt - and that's a good thing! Despite the excitement, David Beckham says to have patience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Ronaldo disses Messi, Messi's first Inter Miami practice and what's with Messi's knees? PLUS does Trump like Megan Rapinoe? 19.07.2023 5:43

Ronaldo said, "“The Saudi league is better than MLS" Messi had his first team practice with Miami What's up with Messi's knees? And we'll keep one eye on the Women's World Cup - does Trump like Megan Rapinoe? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Messi's La Presentación: downpours, glitches...and a whole lot of fun! 17.07.2023 5:59

The heavens opened....the TV feed glitched....but Messi is here in Miami and says "I have a lot of desire to start training and to compete. I came with a desire to always compete and want to win.” “I’m very happy to have chosen to come to this city with my family and to have chosen this project. I don’t have a doubt that we’ll enjoy it and we’ll have a good time and beautiful things will happen.”...

Messi arrives in Miami, discusses retirement "I want to be remembered as a winner." and gets a chicken sandwich! - PLUS Megan Rapinoe takes 12.07.2023 8:05

Lionel Messi is not planning on retiring anytime soon. "I still have a lot of football left in me. I want to keep playing for as long as I can.” “Honestly, I don’t know until when. I think it will happen when it has to happen,” After having achieved everything recently, the only thing left to do is to enjoy. God will say when that moment will come. “Logically, because of my age, I’m sure it will b...

Messi Event coming Saturday, Messi Kits show up at the store and Impossible Is Nothing 10.07.2023 6:12

Inter Miami is holding a big event on Sunday....gee, I wonder what they might be announcing. The Adidas store in NYC is already decked out in pink and black 10 jerseys and signs that say Bienvenido a Miami and Impossible Is Nothing. Gee, I wonder what they might be teasing? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Messi Ticket Demand: We're gonna need a bigger stadium 07.07.2023 6:54

Are 25,000 seat stadiums going to be big enough? Should MLS look to moving games to bigger venues? Also a look at the sports media counts of Miami sports teams....Inter Miami is ahead of the Miami Dolphins,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to "The Messi Effect" 07.07.2023 0:37

"The Messi Effect,” takes you into the world of legendary soccer player Lionel Messi as he graces the shores of Miami and becomes the star attraction of Inter Miami in the Major League Soccer (MLS). But this podcast isn't your typical soccer analysis; it's a glamorous exploration of the magnetic allure and larger-than-life impact that Messi's presence brings to the city of Miami and the league. "T...