Despite playing away in California against the MLS champs, Lionel Messi had more famous people attend his game last night than he would have imagined.
Inter Miami’s chances of making the playoffs were severely damaged by their 0-0 tie with Nashville last week, but they overcame another challenging challenge against Los Angeles FC.
Although the seasoned player failed to score once more, he provided two assists as Jordi Alba scored his first Major League Soccer goal and Ecuadorian striker Leonardo Campana made it 3-0 late in the game.
Messi’s team left California with all three points and continued their pursuit of a playoff spot despite a late goal from LAFC in the 90th minute.
Selena Gomez was among the famous people that were confirmed by LAFC to attend Messi’s game at their home stadium before to the match.
Although the Argentina captain missed a chance to increase his team’s advantage in the opening 38 minutes, the Texas-born musician is a fan of the player and was in awe of him the entire game.
She was approached by ESPN Argentina following the game, who questioned her about it and then requested that she convey a message to the Inter Miami captain.
She replied, translating the line from the popular video clip, “I love you very much.”
Prince Harry, who had always wanted to see the former Barcelona captain play, was also present.
According to Goal, Messi was thrilled to meet American actor Owen Wilson, who compared his joy to a child at Christmas.
