The Daily Heron: Yedlin’s new home, Allende adjusts, bodyguard fail and Sporting KC signing | OneFootball

Yedlin feeling comfortable in Cincinnati. Many Inter Miami supporters were surprised last season when the Herons traded former U.S. Men’s National Team and English Premier League defender Deandre Yedlin to FC Cincinnati just three matches into the 2024 Major League Soccer season. Most expected the speedy wing back and former Inter Miami captain to be part of the Pink & Black’s rebuild after his arrival before the 2022 season. But, according to fccincinnati.com, the fan favorite is happy with the change.

Allende talks about playing with Messi & Co. The 25-year-old Argentine winger played his first match alongside his childhood idol, Lionel Messi, against Universitario in Lima, Peru, last week. He subbed out in the 66th minute after a shaky performance. Inter Miami News reported Allende’s comments about the pressure of playing with his high-profile teammates. Scoring his first goal wearing the Pink & Black against Sporting San Miguelito in Panama on Sunday should help Allende play with more confidence.

Fan beats bodyguard to Messi. Yassine Chueko’s devoted defense of Lionel Messi has made him a minor celebrity, but a slip Sunday let a fan reach and hug the GOAT before Chueko could intercept him. The Daily Mail had the details (and photos).