Messi Gifts Kim Kardashian’s Son in Kind Gesture During Inter Miami Debut

Messi Gifts Kim Kardashian’s Son in Kind Gesture During Inter Miami Debut

Fred Kennedy
updated at July 23, 2023 at 5:18 PM
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  • Messi showed his kind side during Inter Miami debut by sparing a moment with Kim Kardashian's son
  • The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner posed for a selfie with the youngster before signing an Inter Miami shirt for the youngster
  • Messi marked his MLS debut with a stunning curling free-kick against Cruz Azul

Lionel Messi has warmed hearts following his kind gesture to Kim Kardashian's son during his Inter Miami debut.

The Argentine superstar was the man of the moment on Saturday, July 22, as he made the perfect start to life in the MLS with Inter Miami.

Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates DeAndre Yedlin and Christopher McVe after scoring during a Leagues Cup group match against Cruz Azul at DRV PNK Stadium. David Santiago.
Lionel Messi celebrates with teammates DeAndre Yedlin and Christopher McVe after scoring during a Leagues Cup group match against Cruz Azul at DRV PNK Stadium. David Santiago.
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The forward's debut came weeks after it was announced he would be joining the David Beckham co-owned side after his Paris Saint-Germain departure.

Goal reports that Messi had o wait until the 54th minute of proceedings to make his bow in the packed DRV PNK Stadium.

With the game seemingly heading for a 1-1 draw, Messi stepped up to curl home a stunning stoppage-time free-kick to earn his side a precious victory.

Messi's gesture to Saint

The 36-year-old crowned his magical moment with Inter Miami with a kind gesture to Kardashian's son, Saint.

The Mirror reports that the American reality TV star was among several celebrities who turned up for Messi's debut.

The 42-year-old star appeared to be enjoying the action alongside her son, who was heard chanting his idol's name as the legendary forward left the pitch.

Saint then had the honour of meeting the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner and had a selfie together before the ex-Barca superstar signed an Inter Miami shirt for the youngster.

Beckham emotional after Messi's winner

Sports Brief reported that David Beckham was in tears after watching Lionel Messi score the match-winning freekick on his Inter Miami debut.

The England legend and club co-owner could not hide his admiration after the beauty of a goal, which reminded him of his playing days when he was an expert at setpieces.

Messi needed no introduction and also required no time in delighting his new audience with a beautiful match-winning freekick on his Inter Miami debut.

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