Lionel Messi was seen sharing a heartwarming moment with Inter Miami president David Beckham after scoring the first goal in their 4-0 victory against Atalanta United. The Argentinean football icon, who netted two goals in his debut start for the MLS club, quickly left his mark on the game. With just eight minutes played, Messi capitalized on a pass from Sergio Busquets, hitting the post with his initial shot before slotting home the rebound to put his team ahead. After celebrating with his teammates, Messi caught Beckham’s eye in the stands, sharing a special moment that seemed to be an inside joke between the two. As the celebration continued, Messi pointed to the sky in his customary gesture before acknowledging Beckham in a unique and personal way.
Lionel Messi looked towards the heavens in celebration after scoring his first goal during his debut match for Inter Miami, and then made a subtle gesture in the direction of David Beckham.
Messi and Beckham have a strong bond and have been frequently photographed together ever since Messi joined the MLS team.
Messi’s playful nod to Beckham during the match has been affectionately dubbed as the ‘hold my beer’ celebration. With a grin directed at Beckham, Messi shared a light moment as they both laughed together. The club president also showed his approval by standing up and applauding the new signing. Messi’s magic didn’t end there, as he scored his second goal of the game for Inter shortly after the twenty-minute mark, much to the joy of his growing fanbase in America. He showcased his skills by scoring a brace in a 4-0 victory, just one game after his debut. In true Messi fashion, he left a mark with a memorable moment, adding to his long list of career achievements. His debut match saw him coming off the bench to score a stunning injury-time free-kick, securing a win for his team over Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup.
Messi netted two goals in the 4-0 victory and participated for 78 minutes in the Leagues Cup triumph against Atlanta. He will now be gearing up for his MLS debut as Miami takes on Charlotte this upcoming weekend. Beckham expressed his admiration for Messi upon his arrival, referring to him as both a “friend” and “amazing person.” He shared his excitement on social media stating, “The next chapter of our story starts here. Ten years ago, I envisioned bringing the best players in the world to Miami… Players who share the same ambition I had with LA Galaxy, to help grow soccer in the country and establish a lasting legacy in this beloved sport.” Today, that vision has become a reality. Beckham is thrilled to have a player of Messi’s caliber join the club, along with his wonderful family, as they become a part of the Inter Miami CF community.
