“Is Lionel Messi a soccer player?”- LeBron James’ wife once trolled the Inter Miami star before his stint at MLS

How LeBron James’ wife Savannah James confused Lionel Messi.

“Is Lionel Messi a soccer player?”- LeBron James’ wife once trolled the Inter Miami star before his stint at MLS

L- LeBron James and Savannah James (Via People) and R- Lionel Messi for Inter Miami (Via MLS)

Basketball icon LeBron James, the legendary Los Angeles Lakers forward’s love for football was evident as he expressed his deep affection and sheer admiration for the sport on many occasions. James has a deep connection with nearly every player from Liverpool, the English Premier League club he co-owns.

James‘ love and deep connection with the Merseyside club have made him dear to football fans. The 35-year-old NBA star shared his passion for football during an Instagram live Q&A session with his fans. Football fans recently took over social media, trolling the NBA star for displaying his admiration for Lionel Messi, pointing out the clip from his Instagram Live where his wife, Savannah James, asked him, “Is Lionel Messi a soccer player?”.

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In the live, The NBA megastar delighted sports fans worldwide with his list of top five favorite footballers. Beyond Liverpool, LeBron displayed his admiration for some of football’s most iconic figures.

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PSG’s formidable pair, Kylian Mbappe, and Neymar Jr., were two of the football legends James listed as the game’s true icons. Cristiano Ronaldo’s extraordinary football journey and extensively spectacular spell at Real Madrid and Manchester United captivated LeBron. The Portuguese superstar’s relentless work ethic and remarkable firepower techniques left an indelible mark on the basketball megastar. 

Messi, the Argentine Maestro and seven-time Ballor d’Or winner was one of the stout names on James’ top footballer list. Messi’s exceptional talent and footballing skills earned him immense respect and admiration from James.

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LeBron James’ enduring love for football and his cross-sport influence

LeBron James. (Source: Twitter)
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LeBron James has always been vocal about his passion for football. His association with Liverpool in 2011 allowed him to forge deeper connections and garner a love for the game and the footballing world. This heartfelt admiration from the Basketball icon demonstrates the sheer love and respect among sportspeople.

With the NBA 2023 season yet to begin, fans could not help but await eagerly anticipated him back on the court. While fans celebrate his achievements in the NBA and as his career progress, James inspires fans and athletes alike.

Fans are also awaiting James’ future interactions with his favorite footballers. Recently he was among the many stars present at Lionel Messi’s debut for David Beckham-owned club, Inter Miami, this Friday. These events remind us of the football icons’ popularity and influence across different disciplines.

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