June 2025 News Highlights from Daily Herald Scope

If you followed sports news last month, you already know June 2025 had some interesting stories on both American soccer and international club competitions. Let’s break down the coolest updates to keep you in the loop.

MLS Salary Release: Inter Miami Leads the Pack

One of the biggest talking points came from the Major League Soccer salary report. Inter Miami didn’t just lead — they set a new pace by spending a whopping $46.8 million on their roster this year. That’s way ahead of other teams sticking closer to the salary cap, which rose to around $5.95 million. And guess who’s topping the player payroll? Lionel Messi. That’s right, the superstar is earning $20.4 million, making him the highest-paid player in MLS. This shows how some clubs are willing to go big to build star-studded teams while others like Philadelphia and Montreal keep a tighter budget and play smart.

Club World Cup Opener: Inter Milan and Monterrey Battle to 1-1 Draw

June 2025 also saw Inter Milan kick off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign against Monterrey in a gripping 1-1 draw. The match was full of action, with Sergio Ramos scoring a header and Monterrey’s Martínez responding with a close finish. Even though Inter Milan controlled most of the game, Monterrey’s tight defense made it tough to score late winners. If you were watching, you saw two experienced teams going head to head, showing why the Club World Cup is such a competitive tournament.

So, June brought a mix of big spending moves in MLS and intense international club matches. Whether you’re into American soccer or worldwide tournaments, these stories added plenty of excitement and are worth keeping on your radar.