Lionel Messi Inter Miami started his show against Cruz Azul on Saturday. He scored a 93-minute free-kick for Inter Miami on his debut game, announcing himself.
The Argentine magnifico has now scored 700 non-penalty goals in his professional football career. He remains the only player to achieve that feat.
Of course, Lionel Messi made headlines throughout his career in Europe’s top-5 leagues. And he continues his brilliant performance in Major League Soccer.
Lionel Messi Inter Miami has now registered his 63rd free-kick as a player. Obviously, the MLS won’t be able to handle the Argentine mastero.
Speaking of his 63rd free-kick, he scored 50 for Barcelona. 10 for Argentina, 2 for Paris Saint-Germain, and 1 for Inter Miami.
Amazingly, the MLS side have been winless in their previous 11 games in the league. However, the seventh Ballon D’or winner single-handedly gave them a victory on Saturday.
According to WhoScored, Lionel Messi was the best rated player in Europe’s top-5 leagues last season. Actually, the Parisians players were outstanding.
The Argentine magnifico had 8.28 ratings. Kylian Mbappe with 7.80 ratings and Neymar had 7.71. Surprisingly, Lionel continued his brilliant display in the United States of America.
Amazingly, Messi was the last player to score a free-kick for Barcelona, the last for Paris Saint-Germain. Also, he’s the last for Argentina, and is currently the last for Miami.
Without being sentimental, Cristiano Ronaldo is shutting down the Saudi professional league. And the Argentine mastero controlling Major League Soccer.
Interestingly, there are many famous people at Inter Miami vs Cruz Azul on Saturday. They all showed up to watch Messi’s debut for the club.
Celebrities from the United States of America cheered up the Argentine. Meanwhile, not all of them are big fans of the Argentina international.
Who are the famous people who came to watch Lionel Messi’s debut for Inter Miami?Â
1. LeBron James – Basketball player
It has never occurred if LeBron James supports Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. He remains neutral as regards the GOAT debate in football.
However, the American basketball player showed up on Saturday, cheering up the Argentine magnifico. Of course, it’s wise to believe that he’s a fan of Messi.
LeBron James is currently considered the best player in the basketball world. As a result, it seems talent recognizes talent, as he was at Miami vs Cruz Azul.
2. Kim Kardashian – Media personality
Speaking of popular personalities who came to watch Lionel Messi’s debut for Miami. Another American celebrity showed up at the game.
Kim Kardashian and her family were at Inter Miami vs Cruz Azul. Of course, she’s not really a football fan, but she came to watch the Argentine.
It’s unknown if the American actress supports Messi or Ronaldo. Nevertheless, she revealed his affection for Lionel on Saturday.
3. Marc Anthony – American singer
Lionel Messi Inter Miami debut was watched by many American celebrities. Which means, the 2022 FIFA World Cup champion is incomparable.
Marc Anthony has never been spotted at a football game in Europe’s top-5 leagues. However, he was at the match against Cruz Azul.
The American singer supported and jubilated. He was happy for Lionel Messi’s 94th free-kick in their Major League Soccer game.
4. Speedy HQ – YouTuberÂ
The famous YouTuber was present at the Inter Miami vs Cruz Azul game. Of course, he’s indeed a high profile personality in the world of media.
Surprisingly, Speedy HQ was spotted wearing Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal shirt. That was before Lionel Messi came on in the second-half.
He jokingly took off the Portugal shirt when the Argentine scored the free-kick. Behold, he has Messi’s Miami shirt beneath.
5. Sergio Agüero – Former football player
Of course, there’s an amazing connection between Lionel Messi and Sergio Agüero. They shared something beautiful.
Therefore, the former Manchester City striker always shows up for his friend. He was there on Saturday for Inter Miami.
Sergio Agüero believes Messi will definitely make an impact in Major League Soccer. However, he was stunned when Lionel scored the free-kick.
6. Serena Williams – Tennis player
Of course, the American tennis player is considered one of the greatest of all time. She’s exceptional in the world of tennis.
Unbelievably, Serena Williams showed up for Messi’s debut with her family. They all cheered up the Argentine mastero.
Lionel Messi Inter Miami played in front of several American celebrities on Saturday. And Serena was part of them, watching the game.
7. Tom Brady – Football quarterback
Speaking of the NFL (National Football League). The American football quarterback remains one of the greatest in the sport.
Tom Brady never announced himself as Lionel Messi’s or Cristiano Ronaldo’s fan. However, he came to watch Messi’s debut.
The American was literally stunned when the Argentine scored the free-kick. And he was on his feet, celebrating Lionel Messi’s goal.