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Lionel Messi signs for PSG, Richie Burke resigns, and more: Freedom Kicks for August 11, 2021

Happy Wednesday, everyone. We’re going to get started with the biggest soccer story in the world:

Lionel Messi has signed with Paris Saint-Germain, and will wear the #30 that he began with at FC Barcelona. It’s a 2-year deal with an option for a 3rd, and naturally the French capital was super happy about it.

Shocking news from the Washington Spirit, as Richie Burke has stepped down as head coach due to health issues. He’s going to focus on them before rejoining the Spirit front office. Goes without saying, we all wish Richie the best with his recovery and hope that whatever’s going on with his health, he’s back to 100% very soon.