Lionel Messi has once again proven his ability to attract A-list celebrities. The recent Major League Soccer game between Inter Miami and Los Angeles FC was attended by a star-studded crowd, including Prince Harry, Leonardo DiCaprio, Owen Wilson, Edward Norton, Will Ferrell (who co-owns LAFC), Selena Gomez, and Tyga. The presence of these celebrities is a testament to Messi’s ongoing impact on soccer in the US.
Since Messi’s arrival at Miami, ticket demand for their games has skyrocketed, with average prices reaching $690 for the recent match, making it the most expensive MLS game ever, according to TickPick. It is clear that Messi’s presence is not only felt on the field but also off it.
Miami, previously on a nine-game winless streak, has experienced a remarkable turnaround since Messi’s debut. They are now unbeaten in 11 games and have even secured their first trophy. This transformation has also been attributed to the addition of Messi’s former Barcelona teammate, Sergio Busquets. However, it was Jordi Alba, another former Barcelona star, who scored one of Miami’s three goals in their victory over LAFC.
Despite LAFC controlling the early stages of the game, Facundo Farías gave Miami the lead with a unique sliding finish. Alba then received a pass from Messi, gained space, and calmly placed his shot past the goalkeeper. Messi continued to make an impact by setting up Leonardo Campana for Miami’s third goal. Although LAFC managed to pull one back with a header, it was not enough to secure a win.
LAFC had numerous missed opportunities throughout the match, particularly from Dénis Bouanga. Meanwhile, Messi showcased his skills with two assists and even had a chance to add to his goal tally, but McCarthy’s remarkable save denied him.
Messi expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, acknowledging the challenging nature of the match against the defending champions. He also mentioned the growth of the team and their ambitions to reach the final eight and win the league.
Since winning the Leagues Cup last month, Miami is determined to climb up the Eastern Conference standings. They will face Sporting Kansas City in their next game. On the other hand, LAFC, currently third in the West Conference, has a match against the Portland Timbers.
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