On Sunday, Los Angeles FC (LAFC) and Inter Miami played in a Major League Soccer match in the United States. American famous singer Selena Gomez was spotted there. Lionel Messi, a football superstar, played brilliantly for Inter Miami in the match. Messi was a key factor in Inter Miami’s 3-1 victory over the visiting team.
Jordi Alba and Leonardo Campana both scored goals in the 51st and 83rd minutes thanks to assists from Messi in the second half. Alba sprinted to grab a fantastic ball from Messi that was sent towards the LAFC goal, where he finally scored. Later, Messi took advantage of an LAFC player’s botched pass and cruised with the ball before handing it to Campana, who scored the goal with ease.
Celebrity sightings at sporting events have become quite common, so it’s not surprising that famous people frequently fill the stands at high-profile games featuring superstar athletes like Lionel Messi. One such occasion was the match between Messi’s Inter Miami and LAFC, which drew a star-studded attendance. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the famous people who attended this action-packed encounter.
The Trending Video from Messi’s Inter Miami Performance
Gomez, a fan, was astonished to see Messi put on an incredible display throughout the game. On social media, her ‘jaw-dropping’ response to Messi’s incredible performance for his team went viral.
Here is a link to the video.
With a beautiful goal by Facundo Farias early in the 14th minute of the game, Inter Miami took the lead 1-0. Up until the end of the first half, the visitors were in the lead. Messi’s assists helped Inter Miami cruise to a 3-0 lead against the host team in the second half. In the 90th minute, Ryan Hollingshead’s header into the goal netting gave Los Angeles FC their lone goal. But by that point, the writing was already on the wall, so it was too little, too late.
Along with Gomez, noteworthy celebrities that were present at the game included Prince Harry, the actors Owen Wilson and Leonardo DiCaprio, as well as comic Will Ferrell. The next game for Inter Miami is against Sporting KC on Saturday, September 9.
Other Celebrities at Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami Performance
David Beckham: It should go without saying that David Beckham, a co-owner of Inter Miami. He was there to cheer on his club. Being a former football legend himself, Beckham was crucial in bringing Messi to the team and is renowned for his passion for the sport.
Jennifer Lopez: Major athletic events frequently include Jennifer Lopez, or J.Lo as she is popularly known, and this match was no exception. Due to her engagement to former professional baseball player Alex Rodriguez, Lopez has become fond of sports and is sometimes spotted cheering from the stands.
Alex Rodriguez: Former baseball player turned entrepreneur Alex Rodriguez has a lengthy history of involvement in the sports industry. Rodriguez, a close friend of Beckham’s who once considered buying the New York Mets, was surely there to support him.
Will Smith: The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air personally saw the altercation. The well-known actor and rapper Will Smith is an avid sports fan who regularly attends sporting events. Everyone present was undoubtedly inspired by Smith’s engaging personality.
Marc Anthony: Grammy-winning musician Marc Anthony was also present. Anthony, who is of Puerto Rican descent, was ecstatic to be there and show his support for Lionel Messi, the Latino superstar.
Shakira: A star-studded event would be incomplete without the participation of Shakira. The renowned singer and dancer from Argentina, who shares the same nationality as Lionel Messi. Attended the game with her partner, FC Barcelona’s Gerard Piqué. The raucous acclaim for Shakira undoubtedly added to the electric atmosphere.
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