Months After Lionel Messi Becomes Highest-Paid Soccer Star in US, Dave Portnoy’s Hilariously Decodes His Deal With Inter Miami

Lionel Messi is one of the greatest soccer players to have ever graced the world of soccer. The 2022 FIFA World Cup winner recently shocked the world by joining the MLS and signing with David Beckham’s Inter Miami. Messi who rejected a nine-figure salary from Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal will become the highest-paid soccer player in the USA.

Soon after landing stateside, the Argentine was spotted by fans in a supermarket with his family. Taking to his social media, the founder of Barstool Sports, Dave Portnoy, shared a hilarious post on Instagram about Messi’s supermarket visit. In his funny way, Portnoy revealed to his followers why he thinks the GOAT of soccer joined the Miami-based club.

Dave Portnoy’s attempt at decoding Messi’s move to Inter Miami

The founder of the Barstool Sports blog posted a picture on his Instagram and gave a funny insight into Messi joining Inter Miami. Portnoy’s post featured a snapshot of Messi taking a selfie with an ecstatic fan at Publix. In his trademark humorous style, Portnoy jokingly speculated that Messi’s decision to come to Miami was possibly influenced by one particular thing. The availability of High Noon, a popular alcoholic beverage. A part of his Instagram caption read, “I wonder what type of flavor is his favorite? He strikes me as a pineapple guy.” 

Messi’s grocery shopping encounter has sparked a frenzy of excitement among locals and soccer enthusiasts alike. While the Argentine may have hoped for a respite from the global spotlight by moving to the U.S., it seems that he will now need some added security even for a simple trip to the grocery store.

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However, the GOAT calmly navigated the aisles and gathered his essentials before being noticed at the checkout line. The hope for a more anonymous life in South Florida may prove elusive for Messi in a city like Miami, where Spanish culture thrives. His influence is such that even before touching a ball in the MLS, he already has a sandwich named after him in the US.

Lionel Messi collaborates with Hard Rock Cafe

Recently, the global chain of Hard Rock Cafe announced that they are partnering up with Lionel Messi and launching the Messi Chicken Sandwich. The sandwich is inspired by one of Messi’s favorite childhood dishes, the Milanesa. With his namesake sandwich, Hard Rock Cafe honors one of the greatest footballers of all time, as he gets ready to change the soccer landscape of the USA.

As Messi brings his magic to Inter Miami, the locals should keep their eyes peeled for a possible encounter with the GOAT at their local supermarket. Who knows when the opportunity arises, to exchange a smile or capture a magical photo with the living legend himself?

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