
Lionel Messi had an electrifying debut for Major League Soccer’s Inter Miami on Friday, clinching a thrilling 2-1 victory over Liga MX’s Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup opener in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Messi drew a crucial foul just 25 yards away from the goal as the game was winding down. With excitement building among the spectators, he took the free kick and expertly guided the ball into the top left corner, igniting the crowd, Reuters reported.