Aymeric Laporte: Spanish Defender Scores From Inside His Own Half in Al Nassr 6:0 Inter Miami

• Aymeric Laporte shocked Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo with his goal
• Messi and Ronaldo were unable to start in the game because of injuries
• Inter Miami are still winless in their four pre-season games so far

Aymeric Laporte astonished Lionel Messi by netting a sensational goal from beyond the halfway line, contributing to Al-Nassr's dominant 6-0 victory over Inter Miami.

The ex-Manchester City player executed a skilful chip over the goalkeeper from a free kick, prompting an explosive reaction from the entire stadium.

The much-anticipated match, dubbed 'The Last Dance' between Messi and his perennial adversary Cristiano Ronaldo, showcased intense competition between the two football legends.

However, due to injuries, neither of the two men could kick off the match. Messi found himself on the bench, reportedly unlikely to participate after experiencing 'discomfort' ahead of the friendly, sportstar reports.

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Otavio swiftly opened the scoring in just three minutes, followed by Anderson Talisca calmly securing the second goal in the tenth minute. Al-Nassr claimed their third goal merely two minutes later, with Laporte's remarkable strike stealing the spotlight.

Observing Miami goalkeeper Drake Callender positioned beyond the penalty area, the Spaniard launched an attempt towards the goal from within his own half.

How Ronaldo and Messi reacted to Laporte's goal

The cameras inside the stadium captured the expressions of both Messi and Ronaldo, who were observing the match from the sidelines.

Ronaldo turned around, expressing his astonishment to someone seated behind him. Another video captured him leaping out of his chair in surprise.

In contrast, Messi could only gaze on in disappointment at the unfolding capitulation, unable to contribute due to his injury.

Talisca mimics Ronaldo's 'Siuuu'

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In the same game, Anderson Talisca compounded Lionel Messi's challenges by performing Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic Siuui celebration after scoring a hat-trick against Inter Miami, Sports Brief reported.

Amid the joyous celebrations with his teammates, Talisca broke away from the group, raised his hand in the air, and signalled to the enthusiastic crowd, indicating that he was about to perform the 'Siuuu' celebration.

With a graceful leap, he descended amidst the echoes of the Siuu chant, creating a memorable and lively celebration.