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Arab Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Arab Times
Suarez and Messi team up to launch a soccer club in Uruguay
MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay, May 28, (AP): Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi have been partners on the pitch for several years. Now they're teaming up on it as businessmen. Suarez announced on Tuesday that he has founded a professional soccer team in his native Uruguay, and he is bringing his Inter Miami teammate along on the project. Suarez, the all-time scoring leader of Uruguay's national team, explained in a video posted on his social media accounts that the team formerly known as Deportivo LS will now be called LSM and will start playing professional soccer in Uruguay's fourth division. 'Deportivo LS is a family dream that began in 2018. We have grown a lot with more than 3,000 members,' Suarez said. 'I want to offer Uruguayan soccer, the place I love and where I grew up as a child, opportunities and tools for teenagers and children to grow.' The 38-year-old Suarez retired from international soccer last September, played with Messi at Barcelona for six seasons, and they've been teammates the past two years with Inter Miami. 'I'm proud and happy that you chose me, so I hope to contribute everything I can to continue growing and, above all, to be by your side in this,' said Messi, who was sitting alongside Suarez in the video. It's still unclear what Messi's role will be in the project, although local media reported that he will be a partner. It was also reported that Álvaro Recoba, a former player for the Uruguay national team and Inter Milan, will be the team's coach. The announcement also launched the club's Instagram account, which had over 40,000 followers two hours after its creation. Suárez and his family opened a 20-acre sports complex in 2018 in Ciudad de la Costa on the outskirts of Montevideo. It has numerous activities for more than 3,000 members. The club has a synthetic turf stadium with a capacity for 1,400 spectators, among other fields.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Suarez, Messi partner up off field to launch new Division 4 team in Uruguay
Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi, renowned for their on-field chemistry, are now combining forces off the pitch to shape the future of football in Uruguay. Suarez announced the rebranding and professional launch of a new football club named LSM, previously known as Deportivo LS, which will compete in Uruguay's fourth division. This bold step into football ownership highlights Suarez's commitment to youth development in his homeland. With Messi joining the project as a key partner, the club is set to draw international attention. In a heartfelt message, Suarez shared that this dream began in 2018 as a family initiative and has now grown into a platform to empower local talent through better infrastructure and opportunities. A dream rooted in development Suarez, Uruguay's all-time leading scorer, emphasised the significance of LSM in a video shared on social media. He said that the aim of the project is to provide tools and guidance for young players across the country. With over 3,000 members already part of the club's growing ecosystem, LSM is more than just a team — it's a community movement. Located in Ciudad de la Costa near Montevideo, the club's 20-acre sports complex features multiple facilities, including a synthetic turf stadium that can accommodate up to 1,400 fans. Un sueño más que se hace realidad, hoy nace @DeportivoLSM???? — Luis Suárez (@LuisSuarez9) May 27, 2025 Messi joins as partner and supporter While Messi's exact role hasn't been officially confirmed, reports suggest he is joining as a business partner. Sitting beside Suarez in the launch video, Messi expressed pride in being chosen to support the venture and shared his enthusiasm for contributing to the club's growth. He called it an opportunity to stand beside Suarez in a shared passion project. A growing club with big ambitions The announcement sparked immediate buzz, with the club's new Instagram account gaining over 40,000 followers within two hours. LSM also confirmed former Uruguay and Inter Milan star Álvaro Recoba as the head coach. With global icons backing the club, LSM is poised to become a powerful new presence in South American football.
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Old friends, new goals: Messi joins Suarez in Uruguayan club venture
MADRID, May 28 — From their glory days at Barcelona to reuniting at Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez have now brought their enduring partnership into a new chapter, co-founding Deportivo LSM, a club set to compete in professional Uruguayan football. Formerly known as Deportivo LS, the club was founded by Suarez in 2018 in Uruguay's Ciudad de la Costa with a focus on developing local talent and giving back to the community through job opportunities and social initiatives. Yesterday, Suarez announced the rebranding of his club, adding an 'M' in honour of the Argentine captain, who has officially joined the project as a partner. The team are now set to take their next step by entering professional competition in the Uruguayan fourth division. 'Deportivo LS, a family project, is a family dream that started in 2018. We have grown a lot with more than three thousand members and infrastructure,' Suarez said in a video on his Instagram account. 'That's why I made the decision for Deportivo LS to be part of the AUF (Uruguayan FA) structure, both at youth and professional level. 'This project is the perfect place to continue sharing our vision of football. So I invited my friend to join Deportivo LSM's professional project,' added the 38-year-old striker, referring to Messi. According to media reports, the South American pair will jointly oversee operations while appointing a sports manager with experience in the local football scene. 'I would like to thank Luis for giving me this opportunity and share this project that he has been working on for many years and which has grown so much,' the 37-year-old Messi said. 'I hope to contribute as much as I can to continue growing and to be here alongside you.' Uruguay's top scorer Suarez became Messi's close partner on the pitch at Barcelona from 2014 to 2020, forming one of the most prolific attacking duos in modern football. In six seasons, they won 13 major titles together including the Champions League, four LaLiga crowns and four Copa del Rey trophies while also forging a strong personal friendship off the pitch. Their bond continued in 2023 when Suarez joined Messi at Inter Miami. Alongside former Barca teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, the pair led the MLS club to the 2024 Supporters' Shield.
Fox Sports
6 days ago
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Lionel Messi helps Luis Suarez launch an Uruguayan soccer club
Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi have been partners on the pitch for several years. Now they're teaming up off it as businessmen. Suarez announced on Tuesday he has founded a professional soccer team in his native Uruguay, and he is bringing his Inter Miami teammate along on the project. Suarez, the all-time scoring leader of Uruguay's national team, explained in a video posted on his social media accounts that the team formerly known as Deportivo LS will now be called LSM and will start playing professional soccer in the Uruguay's fourth division. "Deportivo LS is a family dream that began in 2018. We have grown a lot with more than 3,000 members," Suarez said. "I want to offer Uruguayan soccer, the place I love and where I grew up as a child, opportunities and tools for teenagers and children to grow." The 38-year-old Suarez retired from international soccer last September, played with Messi at Barcelona for six seasons, and they've been teammates the past two years with Inter Miami. "I'm proud and happy that you chose me, so I hope to contribute everything I can to continue growing and, above all, to be by your side in this," said Messi, who was sitting alongside Suarez in the video. It's still unclear what Messi's role will be in the project, although local media reported that he will be a partner. It was also reported that Alvaro Recoba, a former player for the Uruguay national team and Inter Milan, will be the team's coach. The announcement also launched the club's Instagram account, which had over 40,000 followers two hours after its creation. Suárez and his family opened an 20-acre sports complex in 2018 in Ciudad de la Costa on the outskirts of Montevideo. It has numerous activities for more than 3,000 members. The club has a synthetic turf stadium with a capacity for 1,400 spectators, among other fields. Reporting by The Associated Press. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! Get more from MLS Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
The Star
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-Old Friends, New Goals: Messi joins Suarez in Uruguayan club venture
(Reuters) -From their glory days at Barcelona to reuniting at Inter Miami, Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez have now brought their enduring partnership into a new chapter, co-founding Deportivo LSM, a club set to compete in professional Uruguayan football. Formerly known as Deportivo LS, the club was founded by Suarez in 2018 in Uruguay's Ciudad de la Costa with a focus on developing local talent and giving back to the community through job opportunities and social initiatives. On Tuesday, Suarez announced the rebranding of his club, adding an 'M' in honour of the Argentine captain, who has officially joined the project as a partner. The team are now set to take their next step by entering professional competition in the Uruguayan fourth division. "Deportivo LS, a family project, is a family dream that started in 2018. We have grown a lot with more than three thousand members and infrastructure," Suarez said in a video on his Instagram account. "That's why I made the decision for Deportivo LS to be part of the AUF (Uruguayan FA) structure, both at youth and professional level. "This project is the perfect place to continue sharing our vision of football. So I invited my friend to join Deportivo LSM's professional project," added the 38-year-old striker, referring to Messi. According to media reports, the South American pair will jointly oversee operations while appointing a sports manager with experience in the local football scene. "I would like to thank Luis for giving me this opportunity and share this project that he has been working on for many years and which has grown so much," the 37-year-old Messi said. "I hope to contribute as much as I can to continue growing and to be here alongside you." Uruguay's top scorer Suarez became Messi's close partner on the pitch at Barcelona from 2014 to 2020, forming one of the most prolific attacking duos in modern football. In six seasons, they won 13 major titles together including the Champions League, four LaLiga crowns and four Copa del Rey trophies while also forging a strong personal friendship off the pitch. Their bond continued in 2023 when Suarez joined Messi at Inter Miami. Alongside former Barca teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, the pair led the MLS club to the 2024 Supporters' Shield. (Reporting by Janina Nuno Rios in Mexico City; Editing by Ken Ferris)
