Messi Mania: Will Bringing Soccer's 'G.O.A.T.' Change Major League Soccer's Rep?

The United States' preeminent professional soccer league, Major League Soccer, has long lagged behind top European leagues.

However, international soccer superstar Lionel Messi joining the Inter Miami might be the boost the league needs.

NPR's Scott Detrow reports on the impact of Messi coming to the MLS and what the league's future could be.

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