Lionel Messi’s bodyguard Yassine Cheuko has been banned from protecting the Argentine forward from the touchline during Inter Miami matches.
The former Navy SEAL gained widespread recognition after videos showed him closely watching observing the crowd on several matches to stop pitch invaders from harming the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner.
MLS has decided to take full control of matchday security and Cheuko will be permitted only in the locker room and mixed zones.
When asked about his current absence from the touchline, Cheuko stated,
“They don’t allow me to be on the field anymore,
“I was in Europe for seven years, working for Ligue 1 and UCL (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. I’m not the problem. Let me help Messi.”
