“PSG was killing Leo mentally” – Fans rally for ‘South American DOG’ version of Lionel Messi after a heated exchange with Philadelphia Union

Messi's fighting spirit for teammates drives social media crazy as they are reminded of his Barcelona phase.

“PSG was killing Leo mentally” – Fans rally for ‘South American DOG’ version of Lionel Messi after a heated exchange with Philadelphia Union

Messi captured in a heated argument (Source: Apple Tv)

Fans are finally witnessing the side of Lionel Messi that they have missed for over two years. From his will to fight for his teammates to getting aggressive in every tackle, he seems like a changed man. Some even claimed that he is not just enjoying his football again but also teaching Americans how to play it. Recently he was captured in a heated exchange with a player from Philadelphia Union.

While the seven-time ballon dor winner is known for his introverted personality and calm nature on the pitch, his competitive spirit has returned as he looks to create a new legacy for Inter Miami. His antics were recently controversial for his overtly physical game and dominant nature on the field. His team crushed Philadelphia Union 4-1 as Messi got his ninth goal in just six matches reaching the Leagues Cup final on Tuesday, a first in the club’s short history.

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One astonishing fact about the Florida-based club to be noted is how almost every other club player has improved significantly since the Argentine’s arrival. From Josef Martinez back to scoring goals, it seems like Messi has finally found good chemistry again. He is also reuniting with his friends and ex-teammates, Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets.

As Argentina’s captain, he was known for being a player his teammates would happily give everything for. In the MLS, his other side is finally showing why they would have done so. Messi has been very vocal and efficient in his presence with the club and aims to lead them to a maiden first trophy next week. “This is what I’m talking about,” exclaimed the commentators as they were impressed with the player’s ‘fighting spirit.’

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Twitter reacts to Lionel Messi’s heated argument against Philadelphia

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Lionel Messi (Credit: Getty)

Lionel Messi was captured in an exchange of not-so-friendly words with Philadelphia Union’s number 8, Jose Martinez. The altercation is said to have occurred due to a tackle made on the pitch by one of Messi’s teammates whom the Argentian was passionately defending. Fans reacted to Messi’s antics and were excited by his ‘new energy,’ saying they missed this side of the footballer in his bittersweet time at PSG. Here are some of the reactions:

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https://twitter.com/b3elema/status/1691676642278576259?s=20

Fans are delighted as this drew a reaction from his lovers and haters. Some claimed that PSG was ‘mentally killing’ the Argentinian as he was never captured smiling or giving his best to fight for the club badge in France.

While the speculated reasons could be many, the new move has refreshed his career in a different direction, one that he surely is enjoying.

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