Lionel Messi continues to be decisive. The Argentina forward was the match-winner on his Inter Miami debut against Mexican side Cruz Azul with a spectacular free-kick in the 94th minute to seal a 2-1 win in the Leagues Cup.
The former Barcelona player caused Inter's Miami stadium to fill its 22,000 seats to see his debut in the United States. Among the attendees, were illustrious basketball stars such as Lebron James, Inter co-owner David Beckham and model Kim Kardashian.
Messi was not a starter because he is still not at one hundred percent, but he came on in the 54th minute, causing madness in the stands.
As soon as he entered the pitch, he received the captain's armband of the team coached by Gerardo Martino. His team was leading by 1-0 thanks to a goal by Taylor in the last minute of the first half that Messi celebrated from the bench.
After Messi and Sergio Busquets, who came on a minute after the Argentinian, were introduced, Cruz Azul equalised with a goal from Uriel Antuna.
As the match was about to go to penalties, which award two points to the winner of the shootout and one to the loser, Messi gave Martino's side all three points with a great free-kick.
His long-range left-footed set piece beat a helpless Andres Gudino to send the DRV PNK Stadium in Miami into euphoria.
Beautifulboy
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2018: Modrić wins the Ballon D'or for his World Cup campaign over Messi who had the 60 more G/A Apparently, Messi with 63 G/A and a WORLD CUP doesn’t deserve it this year.😂 Just can't wait to see the tears and bitterness of some fans when Messi lift the 8th on October 3rd.😉
CurenT
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The Greatness Himself Lionel Messi 🇦🇷🔟🏆. Always makes everybody Question their selves on how do he manage to do dat and score ⚽
Arabmoney7
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In case you missed the match , I have some icing for your cake 🎂
DavidMessi1
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Messi is your celebrity’s celebrity 🫡
N0_N0NsENSE
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Messi now has scored - The last free kick for Argentina - The last free kick for Barça - The last free kick for PSG - The last free kick for Inter Miami Maestro 🐐
Nikilong
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Bring a player who can make greatness stands to take selfie 🤳
Shmonny
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Messi has no equal, dude is the perfect example of professionalism and hard work. A great role model and epitome of football excellence. He's simply the goat ✅✅
richkid842
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I swear I’ve never regretted choosing Leo Messi as my Goat. Probably one of the best decisions I’ve made in my entire life.
Shmonny
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The definition of talent and humility. Lionel Messi is truly a blessing to this beautiful game. That's the reason why must of us support him. He's truly the GOAT.
TiyanjaneChalamwendo
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the GOAT
03Jay
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The GOAT plays and Inter Miami won
Beautifulboy
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I will never forget. Them haters didn't let us Messi fans rest. But I always knew the one with no pride and ego, will always be ahead of the one with pride and ego.
EdisonBaby
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it makes me happier when messi laugh from the heart
Factos
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Best thing about this match was Messi looked happy. Almost giddy not just his goal but earlier one scored by his team mate. World of contrast when he was in PSG and now. So much passion too. Thank you Miami
Factos
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2018: Modrić wins the Ballon D'or for his World Cup campaign over Messi who had the 60 more G/A Apparently, Messi with 63 G/A and a WORLD CUP doesn’t deserve it this year.😂 Just can't wait to see the tears and bitterness of some fans when Messi lift the 8th on October 3rd.😉
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Bro, logic has no place in haters mind. They seriously they once cried for Jorginho in the hope Messi wouldn't win it. They would have for Lautaro if Inter Milan won.
Beautifulboy
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60 g and assists lol😂 Haaland is winning this
Oh you wish 🤣🤣🤣 Will be waiting for your tears.😂😋😂