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Inter Miami star Lionel Messi put on a masterclass during the recently concluded Leagues Cup. La Pulga following his arrival in the United States delivered it style helping Inter Miami lift the title. However, not everyone is happy with Messi’s outstanding performance. A Mexican streamer who is known to be an avid Cristiano Ronaldo fan made a bet that he would tattoo Messi’s face on his body if the Argentine won the Leagues Cup.
While there were speculations surrounding how the player would take to a new league, Leo shattered all the expectations. However, it seems like his performances have brought lots of distress for a Cristiano Ronaldo fan who was adamant Messi is not the G.O.A.T while getting his face tattooed on his body.
Ronaldo fan forced to tattoo Lionel Messi’s face on his body
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Mexican streamer Máquina del Mal is in a sour mood. The influencer before the Leagues Cup had made a bet with his friend, proudly boasting that Lionel Messi would not win the Leagues Cup. With Messi’s bagging the title on his first attempt, the streamer was forced by his friends to follow up on the bet.
Máquina del Mal is known for his die-hard loyalty to Cristiano Ronaldo. The streamer was in tears as he cussed out Lionel Messi while getting the Argentine’s face tattooed on his body. “I regret having bet something knowing that Messi’s mafia turns everything it touches into something rotten. I bring a lie on my skin. The goat is another one. I will never again bet against the Messi mafia, MLS, and FIFA.”
Máquina del Mal was not the only one who was surprised by Leo’s outstanding performance. The World Cup winner has been on a roll following his move to MLS, helping the side establish an unbeaten run.
Lionel Messi continues to shine for Inter Miami
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With the stages set following his arrival, Lionel Messi has proved to be worth the hype. The Argentine has been nothing short of excellent for his new franchise helping them lift the League Cup title. Messi has also delivered in other competitions with Miami making their way to the finals of the coveted US Open Cup.
While there were some questions surrounding Messi’s performance in the MLS, the star has put everything to bed. Following Messi’s arrival, the bottom-placed Inter Miami have an actual chance of making it into the League qualifiers at the end of the season. The World Cup winner has already registered his name among the top 5 goalscorers for his club.
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If Leo continues to deliver for Miami following a short international break, the team could try their hands at the treble this season. Do you think Inter Miami can win the treble this season? Let us know in the comments below.
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