The day has finally come as Inter Miami is playing the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup against Houston Dynamo. The fans are ready, and so are the players. One notable absence is Miami skipper Lionel Messi, who is missing today’s match due to injury. But his absence is somehow overshadowed by the presence of a soccer legend.
As we get closer to kickoff, the soccer world gets to witness a heartwarming scene. Today, David Beckham has been joined by the legendary soccer star Zinedine Zidane. Fans can’t stop reacting to the presence of the former Real Madrid star.
Fans react as Zinedine Zidane joins David Beckham for the US Open Cup
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Aside from thousands of fans, the DRV PNK Stadium has been graced by the presence of soccer’s greatest gem, Zinedine Zidane. The former Real Madrid player and coach has been invited to watch the US Open Cup final by his friend, David Beckham. Subsequently, fans are in awe to see the legendary midfielder.
Pictures of Zidane and Beckham posing together are circulating on the internet. In fact, netizens seem to have taken over the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. This is, of course, a legendary reunion.
Legends https://t.co/e8HUDhlqVM
— María (@chiquiticx) September 28, 2023
Fans are happy to see them together.
It’s good to see them together again
— Habidex Richie ✨ (@HabidexRichie) September 28, 2023
One fan hailed the Los Blancos legends!
2 legends 💪
— Someone's Son (@Mahlatse_mogale) September 28, 2023
Another conveyed the sentiments of the wider community. Fans certainly miss them.
Miss these legends. 🥺🥺
— Madmax (@UTD_4ever_) September 28, 2023
One believes Zidane is there to watch another star in action.
There to watch Busquets ball🔥
— GOAT (@GOATed_F00tball) September 28, 2023
Some reckon he came to see the G.O.A.T., who unfortunately has missed the game due to an injury.
Just came to watch Leo but unfortunately he's out
— Chukwuoma👏 (@chiagozie_abel) September 28, 2023
Another fan speculated that Zidane was visiting to see Messi in action, but the latter was injured.
He went there to see Messi but he’s injured
— Honest Ronaldo fan (@Honest_Ronaldo7) September 28, 2023
Another concurred that the GOAT came to watch the “second GOAT“!
Going to watch the second goat
— Nathanieł Of Beniŋ👑💫 (@YungNatti) September 28, 2023
One user hinted at the long rivalry between Messi and Ronaldo, suggesting that a certain fandom won’t be happy!
Zidane travels from Europe to the US to watch the US Open Cup finals. To watch #Messi🐐I believe. CR7 fans won't like this.
— Gautam Biswas (@igautambiswas) September 28, 2023
Indeed, it’s quite a sight to see Zidane alongside Beckham on such an elegant night. Certainly, the Frenchman will be looking forward to seeing both teams in action.
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Lionel Messi misses the US Open Cup final against Houston Dynamo
Sadly, just moments before kick-off, Inter Miami received a significant blow. The Herons are playing in the prestigious final without their star player, Lionel Messi. The World Cup winner has missed the game after picking up an injury during the match against Toronto. While he was expected to recover in time, the 36-year-old couldn’t make himself available.
Additionally, his former Barcelona teammate, Jordi Alba, is also missing from the squad. However, Miami still has Sergio Busquets on their side. It is indeed a huge setback for the Florida-based club. Fans must be devastated by the absence of the Miami No. 10, who was eager to play in the final and try to clinch another trophy for his side. Let’s see how the team performs in his absence.
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