“We Are Going to Win” – After Decision to Join David Beckham’s Team, Lionel Messi Warned as His First Rivals Remain Unfazed

David Beckham shocked the world after Inter Miami won the race to sign arguably the greatest player of all time, Lionel Messi. Indeed, fans are excited to see the World Cup Champion’s performance and impact in the MLS. The historic deal between Messi and David brought one of the world’s best players to the MLS.

The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner is expected to make his debut for Inter Miami against Cruz Azul on July 21. Interestingly, Messi’s rivals are unfazed by the Argentinian’s debut and are confident to face any opponent. A few days ago, Cruz Azul’s coach was asked about strategies the club’s planning to stop Messi in his track.

Surprisingly, the coach Ricardo Ferretti isn’t concerned about Messi’s debut. Moreover, he showed confidence in his team and promised surprising results. After rival coach, Cruz Azul’s players have also stepped up and talked about facing the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner. Interestingly, the entire team isn’t nervous about facing Messi on July 21.

Inter Miami’s rivals are unfazed to face Lionel Messi

The new edition of the Leagues Cup will kick off in a few days and fans are excited to see the clash between Cruz Azul vs Inter Miami. Messi will be arriving shortly in Miami as his debut match is scheduled for July 21 against Cruz Azul. Indeed, fans are thrilled to watch the World Cup Champion’s first game for Inter Miami.

While the entire world is welcoming Messi’s move to Inter Miami and his journey at MLS, some rivals are not feared of this historic deal. Interestingly, Messi’s first opponents are confident to challenge the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner. Recently, rival club Cruz Azul’s players, Erik Lira and Andrés Gudiño, are not daunted by the task of stopping Messi.

The midfielder, Erik Lira, shared that players are motivated and confident to face the soccer star. “It is a unique opportunity. It’s a new tournament, we have to fight for it, but the truth is it’s just another game for us. El Tuca tells us that it is someone else; obviously, he’s a bit imposing, but we are going to win,” he added.

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Apart from Erik Lira, goalkeeper Andrés Gudiño, also shared his opinion on Messi’s debut. Andrés shared he’s thrilled to share the field with the World Cup Champion. He also said, “It is a motivation to know that there is a possibility that Messi could play with us. Being at Cruz Azul, we have to face any match,”

Messi’s trophies include 10 La Liga, seven Copa del Rey, four Champions League, three Fifa Club World Cup, three UEFA Super Cup, and eight Supercopa de Espana. Owing to his mind-boggling achievement, Andrés Gudiño, might have the hardest time of his career on July 21.

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