Messi fined for hitting opponent

MLS fined Messi for violating league guidelines regarding hands against face/head/neck of an opponent. Teammate Ian Fray was also fined for the same violation. The incident occurred during stoppage time when Messi confronted Sullivan near the center circle and struck him after a brief exchange. The referee, who didn't witness the incident initially, later issued red cards to Cavan Sullivan and Inter Miami's Yannick Bright for a scuffle. afnews.co.za