“I knew I had to score,” Lionel Messi shares his inner thoughts before hitting the match-winning free kick for Inter Miami

Unforgettable night for Inter Miami as Messi outshines in his debut by scoring a last minute winning free-kick

“I knew I had to score,” Lionel Messi shares his inner thoughts before hitting the match-winning free kick for Inter Miami

Lionel Messi of the Inter Miami (Image via MLS)

Lionel Messi’s long-awaited debut for MLS side Inter Miami was nothing short of spectacular. The Argentine maestro entered the field to secure a thrilling 2-1 victory against the Mexican side Cruz Azul. Messi’s interview left fans in awe following the win, and he revealed his goals and thoughts behind the dramatic last-minute freekick that sealed the win on his debut.

Millions witnessed the exciting match as the stadium was packed with notable celebrities and spot icons. The DRV PNK Stadium erupted in joy as Messi scored a 94th-minute screamer solidifying himself as a hero for Inter Miami.

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“What I saw was the goal. I saw the goal. I knew I had to score. It was the last play of the game, and I wanted to score so we didn’t go to penalties,” Messi shared in the interview with a smile. 

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The exhilarating match gained the presence of celebrities like Serena Williams, Kim Kardashian, LeBron James, and Tom Brady, who cheered for the new star in the town. Even Inter Miami’s owner David Beckham wept tears of joy as he could not contain his emotions watching Messi’s brilliance on the field.

Beckham expressed his joy and pride regarding the historic night, stating, “Tonight is about the people. This is what we always saw as our vision, me and Jorge and Jose and the club, this is what we saw. It’s such a special night for us, for our families, for everyone in this stadium, for you guys. It is such a moment for this country. It’s such a moment for this league. And it’s a very proud moment for us.”

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Lionel Messi’s debut for Inter Miami promises a glorious future

Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. (Source: Twitter)
Lionel Messi for Inter Miami (Source: Twitter)

Inter Miami fans have found stern reasons to be hopeful and excited for the club’s glorious future as the World Cup winner promised more exciting games. Messi’s impact on the team’s morale was evident as the club’s owner acknowledged the challenges faced putting up a performance during the game. 

Though the club management emphasized the importance of the victory in boosting the team’s confidence and moving forward to future endeavors. Inter Miami will face Atlanta United on Tuesday, and expectations are high as Messi continues his remarkable form and reaches new heights for the club. 

Lionel Messi’s Debut for Inter Miami will be forever ingrained in the hearts of the fans, leaving them anticipating the next venture in his dreamy football journey. His first words from his first interview truly sum up his commitment and diligence to his winning mentality, which will surely make him an iconic figure in the MLS.

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