“He Will Be Able To Score 3 or 4 Goals per Game” – Lionel Messi’s New Rival Star Hypes Him up Days Before Debut With David Beckham’s Team

Argentine star Lionel Messi finally landed in Florida ahead 0f putting the final touches on his move to the MLS club. Furthermore, several supporters also flocked to Inter Miami’s DRV PNK Stadium to catch a glimpse of their idol. Indeed, the soccer world was stunned after Messi announced his move to David Beckham‘s team.

The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner will make his debut for Inter Miami against Cruz Azul on July 21. Ahead of Messi’s debut, the rival club’s star player boosted the hype of Messi’s arrival to MLS. Moreover, he also mentions that fans could expect 3-4 goals per game from the soccer legend.

MLS’s rival club star players hype up Lionel Messi’s arrival

After the record-breaking signing of Lionel Messi to Inter Miami, MLS has become the center of soccer fans’ attention. Moreover, fans are expecting the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner to put an end to Inter’s losing steak. While most opponents are scared of facing the World Cup Champion, Inter’s rival club star player showed excitement on Messi’s arrival.

Álvaro Martín Barreal is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a winger for Major League Soccer club FC Cincinnati. Upon getting asked about his opinion on Messi’s move to Miami, Álvaro’s statement touched several Messi fans.

He said, “He is a totally different player from the rest, obviously this tournament is getting a little complicated for his team and it will be a little difficult for him, but I think he will be able to score three or four goals per game.”

Álvaro did mention that MLS might be a challenge for the Argentine star at the start; however, owing to his splendid skills and talent, Messi will surely leave a huge legacy behind. The FC Cincinnati striker also says that it would be an immense challenge for MLS defenders to counter Messi.

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“When a franchise player arrives, he makes noise in the league, but I don’t know if we are going to scratch Messi,” he said, adding that Messi would surely adapt quickly to the US soccer. Although Álvaro showed tons of excitement, Messi’s first opponents are unfazed to challenge him.

Inter Miami’s rival Cruz Azul unfazed to challenge Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi is arguably one of the best, if not the best, soccer players in the world. Owing to his mind-boggling on-field achievements, the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner is feared by his opponents. Surprisingly, Messi’s first rival, Cruz Azul, isn’t concerned with the World Cup Champion’s debut.

The midfielder, Erik Lira, talked about players’ immense confidence in challenging the soccer star. “It is a unique opportunity. It’s a new tournament, we have to fight for it, but the truth is it’s just another game for us. El Tuca tells us that it is someone else; obviously, he’s a bit imposing, but we are going to win,” he added.

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Apart from Erik, the rival coach Ricardo Ferretti also isn’t concerned about Messi’s debut. Moreover, he showed confidence in his team and promised surprising results.

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