MLS is putting an end to an unusual arrangement involving Lionel Messi and his personal bodyguard. Messi’s personal bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko, has been banned from the touchline during matches.

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Lionel Messi's bodyguard has claimed that he's been banned from attending Inter Miami matches. Yassine Cheuko, a trained MMA fighter who was personally chosen by Inter Miami president David ...

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