Inter Miami stars Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi have revealed a groundbreaking football initiative It is safe to tighten fans in South America – especially those in Uruguay. The announcement came through a cordial video that imprisoned social media, where the two global icons talked about a shared vision for the future of the game.
The idea began years ago, planted quietly and was cared for in the background even as both players continued to be dazzled at the highest level in world football. The revelation that Messi and Suarez have founded a new football club in Uruguay, named Deportivo LSM, marks a boldly new chapter in their stored careers.
“This is a project you’ve been building for several years,” Said Messi in a video that was shared on Suarez’s social platforms. “Now being part of it with you is very special.”
The initials “LSM” stands for Luis Suarez and MessiA symbolic fusion of their names that reflects their decades long friendship and partnership in the field. The duo, who attracted fans in Barcelona and now at Inter Miami, is now united by something more permanent: a vision to shape football’s future in Uruguay.
From dream to reality
Deportivo LSM will start competing in 2026 in the fourth division of Uruguayan SoccerOfficially known as Segunda División Amateur. But while the club begins at the base of the football pyramid, its ambitions reach much higher.
Suarez, Uruguay’s top scores all the timerevealed that this project has been a family dream in creation since 2018. “We have over 3,000 members, a solid infrastructure and more than 80 professionals who work every day to support the development of children and teenagers,” He explained. “We want to give young people the opportunities and tools that we had not grown up. “
Messi, winner of the World Cup 2022 with Argentina, echoed that feeling and noted the emotional feature of working with the Uruguayan star again. “Being part of this with you is an honor. I’m glad you invited me and chose me for this project. I hope to contribute everything I can to help us grow,” said the Argentine superstar.
Facility suitable for a revolution
The club’s business base will be Luis Suarez Sports CityA spreading modern complex near Montevideo that includes natural and synthetic fields, several mini stadiums and a combined spectator capacity exceeding 2,000. The infrastructure reflects the club’s long-term vision to become a power center in youth development.
“Today I want to offer Uruguayan Soccer, which I love and grew up with, the possibilities and tools to help all teens and children grow,” said Suarez. “That’s why we with the club want to start competing in the world AUF (Uruguayan Soccer Federation).”
Even before he officially enters the National League, Deportivo LSM has already made progress in youth football, with a women’s U16 team and participation in amateur leagues. The club’s mission is clear: to serve as a starting plate for young talentsCreate paths that can one day lead to the world’s largest stages.
