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The Argentine star paid tribute to his retiring friends:
Inter Miami Crowned MLS Champions in Thrilling Finale
Miami’s Historic Victory
In a pulsating final at Chase Stadium, Inter Miami clinched their first-ever MLS title, triumphing 3-1 over Vancouver Whitecaps.
- Miami won thanks to an own goal and strikes from Rodrigo de Paul and Tadeo Allende.
- Lionel Messi played a crucial role, assisting de Paul in a move that broke the deadlock.
Lionel Messi’s Star Turn
In the dying minutes, Messi worked his magic, creating a stunning combination with de Paul to make it 2-1, sending the Florida crowd into euphoria.
“Much happiness.”
Lionel Messi
Messi, typically reserved in his interviews, opened up about the victory:
- “This was the goal for this year.”
- “The team made a great effort, with many matches… we were up to the task all year.”
Messi’s Farewell Words for Friends Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets
“I am happy for them… This is a very nice way to end their career… I think they are not yet aware of what they are experiencing, of the retirement. Something very beautiful ends for them, what they dedicated their whole life to.”
Did You Know?
Under Messi’s captaincy, Inter Miami won the League Cup in their inaugural season and reached multiple MLS Cup finals.