Lionel Messi is making the move to MLS, following a long line of stars who found success in Europe but came stateside to add a new chapter towards the end of their careers. The Argentine legend has announced that he'll be joining Inter Miami and diving headfirst into the top flight of North American soccer.
So what awaits him in his new league?
Some peculiarities, that's for sure. While a lot about MLS is no different from what Messi has experienced in Spain and France, there are a few things about the league that are unlike anywhere else.