Lionel Messi's Mother Shares Wholesome Moment With David Beckham at Inter Miami Game, Video

Lionel Messi's Mother Shares Wholesome Moment With David Beckham at Inter Miami Game, Video

Martin Moses
updated at July 26, 2023 at 7:55 AM
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  • Lionel Messi's mother graced her son's second game in the United States of America
  • Messi put on a show for his mother and the rest of the fans by bagging a brace and an assist
  • Just before the game, Messi's mother enjoyed a warm moment with Inter Miami co-owner, David Beckham

David Beckham was spotted sharing a beautiful moment with Lionel Messi's mother, Celia María Cuccittini, ahead of Inter Miami's clash against Atalanta United on July 25.

Messi was making his second appearance for his new side, days after dazzling on his debut, where he scored a sumptuous free kick in stoppage time to win the game for Inter Miami.

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Lionel Messi in action against Atlanta United on July 25. Photo by Anadolu Agency.
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In his latest exploits, the Argentine only needed eight minutes to get his second goal, firing in from close range after his initial effort had hit the woodwork. He then got his brace later when he got to the end of a beautiful cutback from Josef Martinez.

Robert Taylor got a brace for himself as well, as Tata Martino's side ran out 4-0 winners in their second Leagues Cup match.

Messi's mother with Beckham

Just before the game, Beckham warmly embraced Celia, who had made her way to the DRV PNK stadium to watch her son play. Messi's mother was draped in an all-white outfit. She also had a pink flag which appeared to bear the initials and number of her son.

In the video shared by ESPN, Beckham, who is the co-owner of Inter Miami, appears to show Celia where she would sit after having a hearty conversation.

@marina_cherry said:

"Beckham: thank you for giving birth to the greatest footballer of all time."

Messi's new celebration

Sports Brief has also reported that Messi produced a special celebration after his second goal in Inter Miami’s 4-0 win over Atlanta United in the Leagues Cup.

The 19,100-capacity DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, was filled to the brim as fans stormed the venue to see the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner make his first start for the club.

However, one of the major talking points of the encounter was Lionel Messi’s new celebration. Fans have taken to social media to liken it to that of Merlin's magical gesture.

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Martin Moses is a sports journalist with over five years of experience in media. He graduated from Multimedia University of Kenya (Bachelor of Journalism, 2017-2021)