The Major League Soccer (MLS) This Monday decided to prohibit the entrance to the playing field to the ex -military Yassine Cheukothe personal bodyguard Lionel Messiarguing that his presence on the court is not part of the security protocol established by the League.
This measure, which will also extend to the Concachampions, generated a strong stir within the Inter Miami given that Cheuko, ex -member of the Navy Seals And martial arts specialist will not be on the band line for Protect the team captain.
The ex -military not only accompanies him in his daily life, but also in charge of intervene on multiple occasions when fans entered the playing field with the aim of taking a photo with the Rosario.
After knowing the news, Cheuko He expressed his discontent in an interview with House of Highlights. “They don’t love me in the field“He said, making it clear that The prohibition will not solve the problem of invaders.
In addition, he compared the situation with his experience in European football: “I worked in Europe, in Ligue 1 and the Champions League. In seven years I saw six invaders. Here, I arrived in July 2023 and in 20 months there were 16 invasions. It is a real problem, “he warned.
Despite the restriction, he was willing to collaborate with the League to improve securityhighlighting that your experience could help find solutions.
Who is Yassine Cheuko, Lionel Messi’s bodyguard
Beyond his role as Messi’s protector, Cheuko is an ex -combatant with experience in Iraq and Afghanistan. His military training led him to specialize in different combat disciplines and to work with elite trainers in martial arts, such as Luan Aguirre.
Recently, he was challenged by the Creator of Content Logan Paul to a professional fight. The bodyguard responded with forcefulness: “See you at the ring“
From the arrival of Messi, Cheuko led a team of 50 people in charge of the soccer player’s security and his family.
Now, without its presence in the band line, the MLS must Strengthen your protocols to avoid new invasions.
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