Played Together for Six Years in Europe, Luis Suarez Hails Lionel Messi’s Heroics in Inter Miami’s Victory as Never ‘Seen Before’

On Saturday night, we might have witnessed the performance of a lifetime from Lionel Messi. The Argentinian superstar went into beast mode during Inter Miami’s 6-2 victory against the New York Red Bulls, notching not one, but five assists, leading him to break countless records. Even though his teammate and best friend, Luis Suarez, who played alongside him in Europe for over six years, admitted he had never seen this version of Messi before, ‘nothing surprises’ the Uruguayan now about Messi. 

Following the match, while speaking to the Miami Herald, the No.9 said, “What we saw tonight is surprising because it hasn’t been seen before in our sport, but as a teammate and knowing Leo, nothing surprises me because that’s the quality player he is.” Suarez believes that the relationship he has forged with Messi throughout the years has only helped him to build an unmatched chemistry on the pitch. 

“On the field, it’s a different feeling having him as a teammate because we know each other so well, sometimes without even looking at each other. That was another plus we had tonight on a great night,” added the 37-year-old. Interestingly, Suarez’s hat-trick was overshadowed by Messi’s five assists to set up the former Liverpool man and Matías Rojas, enough to tell about his record-breaking feat.

It even helped La Pulga clinch significant records, etching his name in the history books. Rest, fans had an entertaining night as usual. In fact, the dust didn’t settle as the aftermath saw Messi’s record-breaking antics even make it to F1.

The heroics of Lionel Messi became a talking point in Miami GP!

Yesterday’s Miami Grand Prix saw Lando Norris clinching his first-ever race win after more than 110 starts, yet Lionel Messi managed to steal the spotlight. Among the notable figures present to witness the thrilling race was Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas. In a video shared by reporter José Armando on X, Mas was asked about Messi’s performance against the New York Red Bulls. He responded with praise, calling it “Extraordinary, spectacular.” 

Armando also shared another video on X, this time featuring FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who was asked the same question. His reply echoed Mas’s sentiments, describing Messi’s performance as “Fantastic, phenomenal.” Despite being at an F1 event, the name Lionel Messi couldn’t be forgotten, highlighting the impact of his performance across sports. Inter Miami will be back in action next Sunday vs Montreal in MLS.