Inter Miami : Lionel Messi Shines in Inter Miami Debut with Stunning Free-Kick Winner
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Inter Miami – Lionel Messi
inter miami vs cruz azul – Lionel Messi, the world’s top player, made a dazzling debut with Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami, leaving fans in awe with his remarkable skills. In a thrilling Leagues Cup match against Mexican side Cruz Azul, Messi secured a memorable victory for Inter Miami, scoring a sensational free-kick goal in the final moments of the second half. The match took place at a sold-out DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
his game-winning strike
Inter Miami – Reflecting on his game-winning strike, Messi shared his thoughts with the Apple TV broadcast, saying, “I saw the goal, I knew that I had to score. It was the last play of the game, and I wanted to secure the win without going to penalties. This victory is crucial for us in this new tournament, and it will boost our confidence moving forward.”
The Leagues Cup
The Leagues Cup, an annual tournament featuring teams from MLS and Liga MX, was expanded this year to include all teams from both leagues. Messi, fresh off his triumph at the World Cup with Argentina, entered the game in the 54th minute with Inter Miami holding a 1-0 lead.
in the 65th minute
Cruz Azul managed to equalize in the 65th minute, setting the stage for Messi’s heroics. Despite several close attempts, the maestro finally broke through in the 94th minute, putting a fairytale ending to his debut.
Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham
Inter Miami – Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham, speaking to the Apple TV broadcast after the game, expressed his excitement about Messi’s performance and the team’s victory, stating, “As soon as I saw the free kick given, I thought this is how it’s meant to be won, especially when you have players like Leo and Sergio (Busquets) on the pitch.
This is such a special night for us, for our family, for everyone in this stadium, and for the entire country. It’s a proud moment for this league, and it’s a very proud moment for us.”
The match drew a star-studded
The match drew a star-studded crowd, with celebrities like Beckham, NBA superstar LeBron James, tennis champion Serena Williams, and Kim Kardashian present in the stands, witnessing Messi’s brilliance on the field.
Inter Miami will face MLS side Atlanta United
Looking ahead, Inter Miami will face MLS side Atlanta United at home in their next Leagues Cup group stage match on Tuesday. Messi’s arrival has undoubtedly added a new level of excitement and anticipation for the club’s future games.
