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Can Inter Miami win without Messi? Inter Miami have gone 11 games unbeaten thanks in large to Argentina football star Lionel Messi – he’s scored 11 goals and registered five assists in all competitions. He has played the most crucial role in helping to deliver Leagues Cup glory, a place in the US Open Cup final and a shot at reaching the MLS playoffs.  But as Messi now prepares to head off for international duty,…

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Jordan Henderson: I strongly believe that me playing in Saudi Arabia is a positive thing THE ATHLETIC SAYS The Premier League– and Champions League-winning captain, who had long been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, has been questioned by many for moving in July to play in a country that criminalises homosexuality. Many felt the England international put the vast amounts of money on offer from Saudi Arabia ahead of his morals. Henderson has not spoken…

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Jordan Henderson: I wouldn’t disrespect Saudi Arabia religion and culture by wearing Rainbow Laces ES SAYS Jordan Henderson has confirmed he would not risk disrespecting “the religion and culture in Saudi Arabia” by wearing rainbow laces or a rainbow captain’s armband. In an extensive interview with The Athletic, the former Liverpool captain has addressed his controversial move to Al-Ettifaq. Henderson has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and his move to a country which…

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Jordan Henderson DEFENDS his £700,000-per-week move to Saudi Arabia and claims it isn’t money-motivated… as he faces tough reception on return to England duty DAILY MAIL SAYS Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has revealed why he left Anfield this summer – claiming his ‘value had shifted’ and wasn’t guaranteed regular minutes under Jurgen Klopp – but insisted joining Al-Ettifaq was not about the money. The England midfielder signed for the Saudi Arabian outfit – managed…

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Jordan Henderson claims he didn’t “feel wanted” at Liverpool – but move ‘not about money’ THIS IS ANFIELD SAYS Jordan Henderson has spoken for the first time about the reasons for his move to the Saudi Pro League and responded to criticism he received for his decision. Henderson ended his 12-year spell at Liverpool by joining Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq in a deal said to be worth around £12 million. The move was a controversial…

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