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Messi Scores Winner as Inter Miami Beat Philadelphia Union 2-1, Climb to First in MLS Eastern Conference

30Mar

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Messi Scores Winner as Inter Miami Beat Philadelphia Union 2-1, Climb to First in MLS Eastern Conference

Lionel Messi marked his return to action with a match-winning performance for Inter Miami on Saturday night, scoring within two minutes of coming on as a substitute in a 2-1 victory over Philadelphia Union. The result lifts Miami to the top of Major League Soccer’s Eastern Conference, continuing their impressive early-season form. Key Highlights:Messi’s Instant ImpactMascherano on Messi's RecoveryMatch RecapWhat’s Next for Messi and Inter Miami Messi’s Instant Impact After missing two World Cup qualifiers for Argentina due to an adductor and left thigh injury, lionel messi came off the bench in the 55th minute and needed just two minutes to make his mark. The Argentine maestro connected with Luis Suárez, made a quick move in the box, and drilled a right-footed shot pas...

Lionel Messi Chooses Inter Miami Over Barcelona: Club Wishes Him Good Luck

La Liga giants FC Barcelona have expressed their well wishes to their former star Lionel Messi, who has confirmed that he will be joining Major League Soccer's (MLS) Inter Miami despite an offer to return to Camp Nou. Messi's father and agent have corroborated his decision to move to America instead of returning to Spain. Barcelona president Joan Laporta understood and respected Messi's desire to compete in a league with fewer demands and away from the intense spotlight and pressure he has faced in recent years. The club has announced its intention to work together with Messi's family to organize a proper tribute from Barcelona fans to honor the beloved footballer. Messi's Considerations and Rejection of Other Offers After it became clear that Messi would not be renewing his cont...

Lionel Messi Opens Up About Joining Inter Miami In MLS

Star footballer Lionel Messi has announced his decision to sign with Major League Soccer (MLS) side Inter Miami, owned by David Beckham. This comes as a surprise, as Messi was expected to either return to his former club Barcelona or join Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal. However, the 35-year-old Argentine chose to continue his football journey in the United States, leaving behind the possibility of a Barcelona reunion or a lucrative deal in Saudi Arabia. Messi's Decision and Reasons Messi revealed his choice during interviews with Spanish newspapers Diario Sport and Mundo Deportivo. He stated, "I've taken the decision that I am going to Miami, I don't have (the deal) 100 percent sealed or maybe there's something left to do, but we decided to continue our path there." After winning th...