Lionel Messi joined the MLS fresh after winning the World Cup and Ligue 1. Despite having offers from other European clubs, the seven-time Ballon d’Or joined Inter Miami, and has already picked up 5 goals and an assist in three cup games; a testament to the pedigree that he is bringing for the Miami club.

As expected, the Barcelona legend has set the league on fire with his presence having both on-field and off-field implications. Naturally, pundits, critics, and ex-players are simply mesmerized by the Argentine, and are not shying in using superlatives to express his impact.

Herculez Gomez calls Messi’s performances scripted

Earlier today, the ESPN FC panel invited USMNT legend Herculez Gomez to break down Lionel Messi’s performances so far. The three-time MLS Cup Champion when quipped about Leo’s skills could only reply by terming it as unreal.

“It seems like it’s been scripted,” said Gomez. “It’s a Hollywood movie. Everybody seems to be enjoying themselves. This is what Messi came for!” opined the Gold Cup winner in his analysis.

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Gomez also emphasized on Messi’s fitness. The USMNT icon stressed on Messi being far from the fag end of his career which is why his quality is shining through so brightly. After the match against Orlando, Miami HC Tata Martino was asked about Messi’s exploits so far to which he gave a very simple answer. “We are talking about a player that scored 40 goals in a season.” replied Inter Miami’s head coach nonchalantly.

Lionel Messi has 6 G/A in three matches for Inter Miami

Ever since Lionel Messi set foot in the United States, he has taken the American soccer culture by storm. Be it Apple season pass membership skyrocketing or Inter Miami pulling off great performances one after the other, the Argentine’s impact has been incredible so far.

Messi made his debut against Cruz Azul where he marked his arrival with a stunning last-minute freekick winner. He then went on to score a brace and an assist against Atlanta United to qualify further in the League Cup. Finally in the Round of 32 clash against Orlando City in the League Cup, La Pulga scored a brace yet again to take his team to victory. So far, the former PSG player has amassed an incredible 6 G/A in just three games.

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