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Lionel Messi grabbed NYCFC coach’s neck from behind in stunning scene

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Lionel Messi and New York City FC drew 2 -2 in their MLS season opener on Saturday night .

Messi was caught on video arguing with head referee Alexis Da Silva and then being aggressive toward NYCFC assistant Mehdi Ballouchy .

Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano pointed to the media for creating a “circus” around the incident.

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formal

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English

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