Lionel Messi just missed out on the 2025 Best South American Player award! Flamengo's Giorgian De Arrascaeta took the crown with a whopping 66% of the votes. Messi, despite being a star for Inter Miami and finishing second, helped his team snag their first-ever MLS Cup. Plus, he extended his contract until 2028! But watch out—Tim Howard thinks Messi might need a little break before the 2026 World Cup.

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