Lionel Messi finally made his MLS debut against New York Red Bulls FC today. The latest match saw the Argentinian perform some incredible skills leaving the spectators at the Red Bull Arena in awe. Inter Miami has now distanced themselves from defeats. The era of Messi has arrived and Miami is basking in it. Watching Lionel Messi’s stellar performance against New York Red Bulls, a former MLS player couldn’t hold back his feelings for the maestro.
At this point, it’s safe to say David Beckham’s side has turned the tide around. The supporters are going crazy over the incredible skills and experience Lionel Messi has brought to America. Let’s say who is this MLS legend and what did he have to say about the little magician?
New York fans in relief as Lionel Messi showcases his skills
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The fans sighed a breath of relief. They were lucky enough to not only get a glimpse but watch the incredible Messi change the fate of the game and seal the game with his spectacular goal. The goal is getting rave reviews from the fans and MLS legend, Herculez Gomez was left with his jaw dropped as well. The former LA Galaxy player took to Twitter to express his uncontrollable emotions.
COME ON! Stop it.
I mean he just makes dudes look silly.
Messi with a ridiculous ball and gets it back for a tap in.
PlayStation stuff. #Messi𓃵
Also good to see #RBNY stadium full.
— herculez gomez (@herculezg) August 27, 2023
“COME ON! Stop it. I mean he just makes dudes look silly. Messi with a ridiculous ball and gets it back for a tap-in. PlayStation stuff,” said the former legend himself. First League Cup, then the Open Cup, and now MLS, Messi is ticking all the boxes and he looks unstoppable. Lionel Messi scored an 89th-minute goal with his Doctor Srange-like vision, making an incredible pass to Cremaschi who assisted it back to Messi for a tap-in.
Gerardo Martino stated that Messi has been reaching his physical limit and he is in dire need of rest. The Argentinian didn’t start the game but was substituted in the 60th minute for Leonardo Campana. The assist provider Benjamin Cremaschi was also brought in for Facundo Farias in the 72nd minute. Lionel Messi has a busy fixture schedule ahead with the Open Cup final also upcoming, Lionel Messi needs to be rested. Let’s have a look at Messi’s upcoming MLS fixture.
It’s time to host Nashville
The Leagues Cup finalists will go head to head again as Inter Miami hosts Nashville SC in their upcoming MLS fixture. The Tennessee-based club will seek to get their revenge in a game that might see Lionel Messi benched. Lionel Messi scored a 23rd-minute curler in the final against Nashville before ending their hopes for a Leagues Cup. In their last away MLS fixture, Nashville defeated Inter Miami 2-1 as they look to do the same in the coming week.
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Gerardo Martino has been stressing the physical limits of Lionel Messi. At this stage, if Messi gets injured it will be a big blow to the Florida club. It might as well dent their hopes for an Open Cup trophy. In the upcoming game against Nashville, Martino will either try to keep Messi completely out of the game or bench him and substitute if the team is falling behind.
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Lionel Messi’s signing has Inter Miami witness going on a fairytale run. He has changed the dynamics of the club completely and Miami fans are in the show for a lot more. Do you think Lionel Messi should be rested against Nashville? Let us know in the comments.