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Watch: Videos you may have missed during Hispanic Heritage Month

Watch: Videos you may have missed during Hispanic Heritage Month
Latin Americans are big on soccer. In fact, it's *** very big part of the culture in many countries. And by far the most popular sport that's reflected in soccer viewership with around 30% of MLS fans identifying as Latino. No one of the greatest soccer stars of all time made *** surprising move to the United States to join major league soccer. What does his move mean to Latinos in America? Messi is one of the most decorated soccer players of all time. He has seven boon doors, 44 collective trophies and one world cup under his belt and all that makes him pretty popular too. He's the second most followed person on Instagram with 486 million followers. If you think Messi is an icon around the world, imagine what he is to Latinos or better yet Argentinians. I can explain to you what, what I have in my heart for him, Messi is, is, is everything for all the Argentinian people, we love him. So when he announced he would be leaving PSG to join Inter Miami. The crowd went wild. It is not only *** team that's owned by David Beckham, but something we learned today. It's going to be *** team that soccer phenom Lionel Messi is going to be calling home starting next year, the legendary player announced his decision to join the MLS after making his name known nationally for decades. Most notably with Barcelona on July 15th, Inter Miami confirmed that after two seasons at Paris based PSG Lionel Messi would be joining the team. His contract is worth over $150 million over 2.5 years. And that's without additional compensation from Apple and Adidas. Both partners of the MLS. Major league soccer has grown steadily over the years but has always played second fiddle to the big five leagues in Europe, England, France, Italy, Germany and Spain founded in 1993. The league is still pretty young but it has been trying to bring big name stars to its roster and boost attendance of games, soccer legends David Beckham. Thi Heri and Ricardo all joined the league after decades playing in Europe, but Messi is considered the goat. So his presence in the US has already boosted the league. Call it the messi effect. When his big US move was announced, fans went wild. Inter Miami's Google popularity increased by 1200%. Searches for Messi's collectibles on ebay went up 75%. Messy. Jersey sold more than any other player switching teams in history, more than Ronaldo at Man U Tom Brady in Tampa and lebron James to the Lakers. All that popularity translates into viewers and expect this building to be sold out for the foreseeable future. As long as Leo Messi, the player, many consider to be the greatest of all time is wearing Inter Miami colors. Messi's debut game of the MLS drew 1.7 million viewers on the Spanish channel, Univision. Talking about the move David Beckham, retired player and part owner of Inter Miami said bringing someone like Messi, not just to in Miami but to MLS to America. It means so much. You have the eyes of not just Latina America but the world on Miami. The move to Miami specifically is another big source of pride for Latinos. Miami has *** massive Latin American presence and is around 70%. Latino Messi's massive move is causing hysteria in the city. Ticket prices for his debut in Miami game went up 1000% on secondary markets being *** soccer fan in the in the United States. For, for most of my life, we've always got to watch him from the other side of the world. So now it's kind of surreal that we get to have him right here in our own backyard as the season continues, messy mania and Latino pride is sure to continue.
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Watch: Videos you may have missed during Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month began on September on Friday, Sept. 15. Here are some videos regarding Hispanic culture that you may have missed:Messi's move to MLS and his impact on Latin American fansLionel Messi is the most decorated soccer player of all time. Thus far, he has earned seven Ballon d’Ors, 44 collective trophies and one World Cup.And all that makes Messi pretty popular, too. He is the second most-followed person on Instagram, with 486 million followers.On July 15, Inter Miami confirmed that after two seasons at Paris-based PSG, Messi would be joining the team. His contract is worth $150 million dollars over two and a half years, and that’s without additional compensation from Apple and Adidas, both partners of the MLS.Watch the video in the player above for more about Messi's impact.The Latino impact on the MLBLatino players have made a huge impact on Major League Baseball.Across the world, fans can be seen wearing jerseys bearing the names of Roberto Clemente and David "Big Papi" Ortiz.Both legacies join a list of Latinos who have helped change the game of baseball.To this day, players of Latin American descent make up around 30 percent of the league's talent.This episode of Clarified looks at the Latino community's achievements – and hardships faced in major league baseball.Who is Dolores Huerta?Only one 93-year-old can say they’ve been arrested 22 times, are the subject of an award-winning film and have been granted the Medal of Freedom from President Obama.That person is Dolores Huerta, a hugely influential labor activist and union organizer.Over the course of her life, Huerta has always lobbied for justice and equality and has successfully managed to change dozens of laws, impacting the lives of thousands of workers still to this day.The culture of border citiesOftentimes, stories from cities along the Mexican border are limited to headlines about drug trafficking and immigration. What they miss is the reality that these cities are filled with a rich history and citizens who embrace a uniquely American experience.Laredo is a prime example of a border city with much to offer to both visitors and residents. Executive Director of Reporters and Editors Diana Fuentes was born in Laredo and appreciates the multifaceted identity she formed while living there.

Hispanic Heritage Month began on September on Friday, Sept. 15. Here are some videos regarding Hispanic culture that you may have missed:

Messi's move to MLS and his impact on Latin American fans

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Lionel Messi is the most decorated soccer player of all time. Thus far, he has earned seven Ballon d’Ors, 44 collective trophies and one World Cup.

And all that makes Messi pretty popular, too. He is the second most-followed person on Instagram, with 486 million followers.

On July 15, Inter Miami confirmed that after two seasons at Paris-based PSG, Messi would be joining the team. His contract is worth $150 million dollars over two and a half years, and that’s without additional compensation from Apple and Adidas, both partners of the MLS.

Watch the video in the player above for more about Messi's impact.

The Latino impact on the MLB

Latino players have made a huge impact on Major League Baseball.

Across the world, fans can be seen wearing jerseys bearing the names of Roberto Clemente and David "Big Papi" Ortiz.

Both legacies join a list of Latinos who have helped change the game of baseball.

To this day, players of Latin American descent make up around 30 percent of the league's talent.

This episode of Clarified looks at the Latino community's achievements – and hardships faced in major league baseball.

Who is Dolores Huerta?

Only one 93-year-old can say they’ve been arrested 22 times, are the subject of an award-winning film and have been granted the Medal of Freedom from President Obama.

That person is Dolores Huerta, a hugely influential labor activist and union organizer.

Over the course of her life, Huerta has always lobbied for justice and equality and has successfully managed to change dozens of laws, impacting the lives of thousands of workers still to this day.

The culture of border cities

Oftentimes, stories from cities along the Mexican border are limited to headlines about drug trafficking and immigration. What they miss is the reality that these cities are filled with a rich history and citizens who embrace a uniquely American experience.

Laredo is a prime example of a border city with much to offer to both visitors and residents. Executive Director of Reporters and Editors Diana Fuentes was born in Laredo and appreciates the multifaceted identity she formed while living there.