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Messi's Bodyguard Banned, Raising Safety Concerns

4/1/2025

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Yassine Cheuko, the bodyguard tasked with protecting Lionel Messi, has been banned from MLS and Concacaf Champions Cup matches, sparking worries about the superstar's safety. Frustrated by the decision, Cheuko highlighted the alarming increase in pitch invasions since his arrival in the U.S. He can now only access locker rooms, leaving Messi more vulnerable on the field.

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Yassine Cheuko, the bodyguard tasked with protecting Lionel Messi, has been banned from MLS and Concacaf Champions Cup matches, sparking worries about the superstar's safety. Frustrated by the decision, Cheuko highlighted the alarming increase in pitch invasions since his arrival in the U.S. He can now only access locker rooms, leaving Messi more vulnerable on the field.