Lionel Messi’s MLS clash against Los Angeles FC with Inter Miami has attracted an impressive guest list that includes a number of names from across the US entertainment industry. A number of Hollywood stars are in attendance, including notables such as Tom Holland. Artists will also be watching La Pulga’s game, with Selena Gomez appearing in the audience as a VIP member.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are also in attendance, and the attraction of Lionel Messi lured the famous couple to watch Inter Miami play Los Angeles FC. Other A-listers include Gerard Butler, Tyga, Jason Sudeikis, Leonardo DiCaprio, Nas and Glen Powell.
This is just the tip of the celebrity iceberg as a full list has been compiled showing the game’s notable participants below:
Many of them missed Lionel Messi’s USA debut against Cruz Azul, where the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner staged a majestic game and scored a free-kick. However, they hope he exceeds expectations at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles.
So far, Messi hasn’t just lived up to the hype; he probably got over it. In just ten appearances, he has scored an impressive 11 goals, some of which rank among the most memorable in Inter Miami’s short history.
The Herons have enjoyed an unbeaten streak since Messi joined their ranks – six wins and four draws embellish their most recent tally. They also won the Leagues Cup – their first trophy – and will be in the finals of the US Open Cup.
Lionel Messi keeps the media silent, bypassing the press after MLS win over New York Red Bulls
The atmosphere at the Red Bull Arena was electric as Inter Miami clinched a 2-0 win over the New York Red Bulls on August 27, but the real story unfolded off the field. Reporters were keen to speak to Lionel Messi but the striker was significantly absent from the press conference.
According to The Athletic, a league policy dictates that athletes remain available for journalists for post-game interviews and during training sessions. The Associated Press (`) claimed (via The Athletic) to have previously had assurances that Messi would stick to that norm, but the league seems to be backing down.
An MLS spokesman told The Athletic:
“There was a misunderstanding about Lionel Messi’s media access. He has not violated any guidelines for his media availability in Major League Soccer.”
Fans and journalists are hoping that the Argentine legend will speak after the Los Angeles FC game as many celebrities attended the game.
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