Overlooking Taylor Swift & Deion Sanders’ Impact in US, Lionel Messi’s Fame Hailed Hours After Inter Miami Humiliation

Lionel Messi has made a massive impact following his move to the United States. The Argentine superstar has brought a new wave of viewers to the country following his arrival. Recently, USMNT legend Herculez Gomez was present on ESPN’s Futbol America’s Sebastian Salazar. The duo encountered an interesting question that pitted Lionel Messi against the likes of Taylor Swift and Deion Sanders. The two men did not waste a lot of time before putting La Pulga ahead of the other candidates.

Lionel Messi has transformed soccer around the United States following his arrival with Inter Miami and other sides recording record ticket sales. Deion Sanders, on the other hand, has made his return to American football to coach the Colorado Boulders. Pop icon Taylor Swift has also been in the news after fans found out that she has been dating NFL star Travis Kelce.

Herculez Gomez and Sebastian Salazar lavish praise on Messi

USMNT legend Herculez Gomez was present alongside fellow co-host Sebastian Salazar on ESPN’s Futbol Americas. The duo received an interesting question from a fan who asked them who has had a bigger impact on American sports; Lionel Messi joining MLS, Deion Sanders returning to coach Colorado, or Taylor Swift dating NFL star Travis Kelce.

Herculez Gomez started things off as he stated: “Lionel Messi is probably the most recognized human on the planet.”

Sebastian Salazar also did not hold back on his opinion as he claimed: “He’s more recognized globally than Taylor Swift after the World Cup. I think so dude, I think so.”

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Leo has undoubtedly been a game-changer for soccer across the United States. Fans and celebrities all around the country have flocked to the stadiums to watch the Argentine in action. While Messi has been highly influential for soccer across the United States, his flourishing start to the season has been hit with a massive upset.

Inter Miami back to square one, as Lionel Messi out with an injury

Reality has come down crashing on Inter Miami as the side was beaten by Houston Dynamo in the finals of the US Open Cup. Lionel Messi, who has been essential to the team’s rapid rise, has been ruled out with an injury, with fans uncertain about his availability for the upcoming games.

While Inter Miami started things hot by winning the Leagues Cup, the side is still placed second from last in MLS’ Eastern Conference standings. Fans will hope that La Pulga can somehow make a return to the team to ensure that the team can get back to their winning run. However, with the clock running out against Inter Miami, a few more defeats can dash their chances of making it into the MLS Playoffs.

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