Lionel Messi’s former Barcelona teammate makes MLS debut three weeks after joining LA Galaxy
One of Lionel Messi’s former Barcelona teammates has finally joined him in MLS after completing a summer transfer. Sergi Roberto came through Barcelona’s famous La Masia academy alongside Messi, and they played hundreds of games together.
Sergi Roberto, a former teammate of Lionel Messi at Barcelona, has made his MLS debut with the LA Galaxy. Roberto, who spent 18 years at Barcelona, left the club in 2024 after winning numerous titles including seven La Liga titles, six Copa del Reys, and two Champions Leagues. He then played for Italian side Como for two seasons before joining LA Galaxy earlier this summer.
Roberto made his MLS debut in the Galaxy's 3-1 loss to San Diego FC on August 8th, coming on as a substitute in the second half. Despite playing against a team down to 10 men, the Galaxy did not score during Roberto's time on the field. The 34-year-old is likely to leave the Galaxy after his two-year contract, which includes an option to extend for another season.
Roberto, along with Marco Reus and Hirving Lozano, form a trio of experienced players who have all competed in the Champions League, and their arrival is expected to significantly impact the MLS.
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