after winning
World Cup
After the championship, the little boy from Rosario, Argentina, fulfilled his dream, and at this moment, he seems to have won the world. Indeed, the King.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
Winning the eyes of the world, the love of the Argentines and the blessing of countless fans, he established himself in the soccer world and stood at the top of the world soccer world. However, when
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
When he returned to Paris, the French did not see him in the same light, and the boos in the stadium and the vitriol in the newspapers and magazines intensified his desire to leave France. Finally, this summer, he chose to turn around and leave, but this time his destination was no longer Barcelona, which he called "home", and even less familiar Europe, but the new continent - the United States?
Going back in time to June 2, 2023, then Paris Saint-Germain
commander-in-chief
Christophe Galtier confirmed at a press conference that
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
Rumors of the departure of the team, the official press release and film "Merci Messi" was released the next morning, which also announced the departure of the team.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
His two-year career in Paris has come to an end. The news was greeted with great joy by Barça fans all over the world, who were looking forward to the return of the modern-day Barça legend to Catalonia, and even more so in front of a full house of fans at the Camp Nou.
demobilize
June 5, 2023
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
Jorge Messi's father and agent was photographed going to the home of Barcelona president Joan Laporta for a meeting, and later confirmed in an interview that Barcelona is still his son's first choice, and that he would be happy to return 'home' to play soccer. Just when everything was going in the direction Barcelona fans had hoped for, celebrity journalist Fabrizio Romano was the first one to break the news on the 7th.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The news of his signing with Beckham's American team, Miami International, was reported by various media outlets.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
In an interview with Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo the next day, he confirmed that he will be traveling to the United States to join Miami International and also explained why he rejected Barcelona's offer.
I really want to come back, but after being forced to leave, I don't want to go through the same situation again and want to make a decision for myself and my family rather than leave my future in someone else's hands. If I were to stay in Europe and play, I would only go back to Barcelona, it's a time to get away from the limelight and I want to focus on my family.
Finally, on July 15, 2023, Miami International officially announced on the community platforms
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The next day, a grand joining ceremony was held at the DRV PNK Stadium.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
Along for the ride to Miami was Sergio Busquets, an old friend from his Barcelona days.
After joining Miami.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The team made its U.S. debut on July 22nd. In the first group match of the North American League Cup, International Miami faced the Blue Cross at home in the Mexican Premier League, and International Miami took the lead in the first half on a goal by forward Robert Taylor, while the
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The Blue Raiders came on in the 54th minute, but Blue Cross tied the game in the 65th minute and neither team was able to get on the board the rest of the way.
The clock came to the 94th minute, and the two minutes of extra time had long since passed.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The ball was taken down by a defender about 25 yards outside the box, resulting in a well-placed free kick. The free kick was taken by none other than
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The whole stadium went crazy and even Beckham, who was sitting on the sidelines, got up to give his support to the team.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
The goal not only gave the team a long-awaited victory, but also gave the team a chance to win the game.
Lionel Messi (1987-), Argentine footballer
s debut to add to the legend.
