MLS star's wife rejects public request to hang framed Messi jersey in his bedroom
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Lionel Messi attracted a lot of celebrities at his latest game for Inter Miami against Los Angeles FC, but fans thought they had spotted the biggest one who went unnoticed.
Messi's brilliant start to life in the United States continues as he led Inter Miami to the home of MLS champions, LAFC in California and came out with all three points.
The Argentine failed to find the back of the net but assisted two goals for his former Barcelona teammate, Jordi Alba and Ecuadorian striker, Leonardo Campana.
Tata Martino's team continues to strive for at least eighth position to make the playoffs, though they are 14th on the Eastern Conference table, having moved a spot higher from bottom.
MLS star's wife rejects public request to hang framed Messi jersey in his bedroom
FootballIt was probably a game with the greatest number of celebrities in attendance since Messi's debut, which had LeBron James, Serena Williams, Tom Brady, and Kim Kardashian in attendance.
LAFC unveiled 39 notable personalities who were present at the BMO Stadium, including Selena Gomez, Prince Harry, Megan Markle, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Owen Wilson, per Sports Brief.
However, when Messi set up Alba to put Inter Miami 2-0 up, fans thought they had spotted American president Joe Biden in the director's box, kitted up in LAFC's attire, as shared on Twitter by FCBxSam.
The figure seen was not Biden but actor and LAFC co-owner, Will Ferrell. After the game, he was in a delightful mood, admitting there was nothing else like hosting the World Cup winner.
"There's really nothing quite like it. I've had people reaching out to me back in May...This is so cool for MLS, this is so cool for LAFC and the entire league, it's great!" Ferrell said via Goal.
Phil Neville mentions Messi as part of why he was sacked at Inter Miami
FootballSports Brief reported that singer Selena Gomez sent a lovely message to Messi after watching the former Barcelona star live against MLS champions LAFC in California.
Selena was picked up by the cameras reacting passionately to Messi's missed chance in the 38th minute, and when he was quizzed about it, he simply said he loves Messi.
Sports Brief also reported on Piers Morgan questioning President Biden over his message to the USWNT after their elimination from the 2023 Women's World Cup.
The US leader claimed the country's female team had made the nation proud but the controversial and notably outspoken media personality strongly disagreed.