Miami is buzzing as Lionel Messi expands his legacy with a surprising twist. At just 10 years old, his son, Thiago Messi has stepped onto the scene, joining Inter Miami’s U-12 academy team for the forthcoming season. In a move that echoes his father’s brilliance, Thiago has become one of the 150 prodigious talents vying for greatness across Miami’s youth squads. After the 7x Ballon d’Or winner’s debut in MLS, fans will get to relish watching another Messi join the club.
Soccer fans were quick to drag Cristiano Jr. into the discussion. With the sons of the icons playing at the academy level, it will be exciting to watch them fill their father’s shoes. Let’s see how fans reacted to the inclusion of Thiago Messi in the youth academy.
Fans cheer as another Messi joins the ranks of Inter Miami
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The news of Thiago Messi joining Inter Miami elevated the spirits of many fans. With 35 fresh faces gracing the club’s academy program, Thiago’s inclusion adds a new dimension to the soccer dynasty. As Miami’s U-12 squad readies for the Florida League Academy challenge, speculation arises if he will rival the star power of Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. Some were happy to have another Messi in the squad, while others were relishing the fact that it marks that Messi is here to stay. Let’s see how the fans reacted to the news.
Watching Thiago join Inter Miami youth academy, many started to assume that they would be comparing Thiago with Cristiano Ronaldo’s son Cristiano Jr. in a couple of years.
Cristiano Jr vs Thiago Messi debates in 2045 will hit hard
— 𝓨𝓙𝓡 (@RMASUF25) August 27, 2023
This United fan stayed loyal to his club legend Cristiano Ronaldo saying, “Ronaldo Jr. is clear.”
Ronaldo Jr is clear
— Captain United (@CaptainUTD_) August 27, 2023
This fan compared Thiago to his father.
like Messi like son
— Fabulous4tv (@Godsent0111) August 27, 2023
This fan had no doubt that Thiago would become the second best right after his father.
He's on his way to being the second greatest ever player in history.
1. Lionel Messi
2. Thiago MessiEnd of list.
— ⚽ Chris ⭐ (@ChrisIdogar) August 27, 2023
This fan felt overwhelmed by the fact another Messi is about to start his soccer journey.
The journey begins! 😩
We’ll be here to witness it.
— Nagash ✨👨🏾💻 (@nagash_OG) August 27, 2023
Many soccer fans have been eager to know how Cristiano Jr. is doing during his academy days. With a father like Cristiano Ronaldo, he has big shoes to fill. Cristiano being a health freak and a strict dad makes sure that his kid is always in the best physical condition when it comes to soccer.
Let’s know what road is Cristiano Ronaldo paving for his little one.
Another soccer star in the making
Cristiano Ronaldo departed Manchester United for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia by mutual consent in November. His 12-year-old son, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., followed him, joining a Saudi Arabian academy. Having spent time in both Juventus and Manchester United’s academies during his father’s tenures at the clubs, Ronaldo Jr. wore the prestigious No. 7 jersey at Manchester United and was also part of Real Madrid’s youth squad.
He also mirrored his father’s ‘siuuu’ celebration after scoring in a Manchester United Under-12s tournament, showcasing his determination to emulate his dad’s illustrious career.
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Which soccer star son do you think will rule the game in the coming years? Let us know in the comments.
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