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Inter Miami bar Messi’s bodyguard from pitchside

Inter Miamis Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and teammates sit on the substitute bench during the match as Messi security guard Yassine Cheuko looks on, Hong Kong Stadium, Hong Kong, February 4, 2024. — Reuters
Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and teammates sit on the substitute bench during the match as Messi security guard Yassine Cheuko looks on, Hong Kong Stadium, Hong Kong, February 4, 2024. — Reuters

Lionel Messi’s bodyguard Yassine Cheuko said he has been banned from protecting the Argentine forward from the touchline during Inter Miami matches.

Cheuko gained widespread recognition after social media videos showed him closely watching the crowd to stop potential pitch invaders from harming the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner.

“They don’t allow me to be on the field anymore,” the bodyguard was quoted as saying by Spanish media.

“I was in Europe for seven years, working for Ligue 1 and the Champions League, and only six people invaded the pitch. I came to the USA, and in just 20 months, 16 people have already done so. There’s a huge problem here, let me help Messi.”

Major League Soccer said on Tuesday that its protocols regarding team security guards had not changed, and multiple sides had designated team security guards who are stationed near team benches on the field.

Inter Miami have been contacted for comment.

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