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FootballSelena Gomez Is a Messi Fangirl: Her Reaction to the Inter Miami Star’s Near Goal Goes Viral: Video
- Selena Gomez watched Lionel Messi play in Inter Miami’s game against LAFC on Sunday
- Gomez couldn't believe it when John McCarthy saved Messi’s shot in the first half
- Her reaction to the Argentine star’s near goal quickly went viral
Selena Gomez is a Lionel Messi fangirl.
The pop star watched the football icon play on Sunday night in Inter Miami’s MLS game against LAFC.
Her priceless reaction to Messi nearly scoring quickly went viral.
Gomez was caught on video with several funny facial expressions as she watched Messi nearly double Inter Miami’s advantage in the 38th minute.
The seven-time Ballon d’Or winner found himself wide open in the penalty box after a slick passing sequence.
His shot attempt was saved, however, by the LAFC goalkeeper to keep the match at 1-0.
Fans can’t believe that Messi failed to score, including Gomez, who was shocked that John McCarthy was able to pull off a great save.
Inter Miami ease past LAFC
Inter Miami remained unbeaten since Messi joined the club last July, recording a comprehensive 3-1 win over LAFC.
Facundo Farias opened the scoring for the Herons in the 14th minute, connecting on a sliding kick from the right side after a brilliant pass from Tomás Avilés.
Jordi Alba then doubled Inter Miami's advantage in the 51st minute after a beautiful link-up play with Sergio Busquets and Messi, per USA Today.
Busquets started the sequence with a pass to Messi, who then delivered a fantastic through ball to Alba. The Spanish left-back made no mistake with his finish to make it 2-0 for Inter Miami.
Leo Campana made it 3-0 for the Herons in the 83rd minute before Ryan Hollingshead scored a consolation goal for LAFC in the 90th minute.
Stars turn out for Messi
Sports Brief also reported on the other celebrities who flocked to BMO Stadium to see Messi in action live.
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Stars reported in attendance were Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Holland, Gerard Butler, Jason Sudeikis, Tyga, and Owen Wilson.