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Héctor Ríos Morales

Breaking Records Is a Lionel Messi Thing, Even When He Is Not Playing

Lionel Messi's shirt was sold-out minutes after he was announced as a new Inter Miami player (Credit: RICH STORRY/USA TODAY SPORTS)

SEATTLE - The 'Messimania' in the United States is not showing signs of stopping anytime soon. Not even 12 months into his arrival to Major League Soccer, Lionel Messi has totally transformed the way fans are consuming the league. Increased shirt sales, more engagement in social media and a larger volume of tickets sold can all be attributed to the Argentine's presence.

Even celebrities can't help but attend Inter Miami's games just to see Messi
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