Messi gives Inter Miami a chance with a free kick win against Porto!

Messi gives Inter Miami a chance with a free kick win against Porto!

On June 19, 2023, there was an exciting match at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta that left Inter Miami fans in high spirits. The team, led by superstar Lionel Messi, won the Club World Cup game against FC Porto 2-1. Porto took the lead in the 8th minute thanks to a penalty from Samu Aghehowa. But Inter Miami was able to fight back and showed their class in the second half.

Despite the humid 30°C that challenged the players, Messi kept a cool head. He was instrumental in the comeback. After Telasco Segovia's equalizer in the 47th minute, Messi scored the decisive goal with an impressive free kick from over 20 meters in the 54th minute. The game once again proved that Messi, although he is already 37 years old, shows outstanding technique and game intelligence and is highly valued by his teammates and fans. Loud Le Courrier His performance was crucial for the victory.

An important step towards qualification

After this important victory, Inter Miami now has the chance to qualify for the next round of the Club World Cup. The team, led by Javier Mascherano, needs a draw in the next game against Palmeiras. Currently, Inter Miami is in second place in the group, tied on points with Palmeiras but with a better goal difference.

The encounter against Porto was crucial not only for Messi, but also for the younger players. Rodrigo Mora, an 18-year-old Porto player, failed to impress and was often overwhelmed against the attacking efforts of Messi and his teammates throughout the game.

Messi's impressive stats

Messi himself has already scored 50 goals in 61 games during his time at Inter Miami, which is part of his impressive career. In total, the Argentine star has scored over 762 goals in games he has played and has scored a total of 35 goals for Inter Miami, including performances in the 2024 MLS season where he netted 21 goals in 25 games. These numbers show that he remains at the top of the game and is already leaving more than just his mark at his new club. FIFA World Cup News highlights that Messi is particularly known for his vision and creativity in the game.

In addition to his goals, Messi also helped Inter Miami win their first trophy, the Leagues Cup, further cementing his role as the most valuable player in American soccer history. And it's no secret that he is also a great source of inspiration for young players like Palmeiras' Estevao Willian, who idolizes Messi.

Inter Miami fans are looking forward to the future with great anticipation, especially with the upcoming game against Palmeiras taking place on Tuesday. One thing is certain: with Messi on board, it will be exciting to see whether the team can take the next step and continue to make a splash in the Club World Cup.