Jordi Alba Reacts After Reuniting With Messi and Busquets on Inter Miami Debut
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Jordi Alba has begun a new life in the United States with Inter Miami after years in his home country of Spain — and he couldn't be more grateful for the reception on his debut.
The left-back came off the bench in the 64th minute as a replacement for Noah Allen with the scores at 2-1 and saw off the rest of the game, with Lionel Messi scoring his second and the team's third to make it 3-1.
Alba joined his former Barcelonateammates, Messi and Sergio Busquets, in Florida after ending his 11 years of association with La Blaugranawhen his contract expired last summer.
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FootballAlba admitted he declined lucrative offersfrom other clubs to move to the MLS, stating he felt important after Inter Miami showed urgency and agency in their efforts to sign him.
Alba reacts after Miami debutThe 34-year-old was greeted to a loud cheer when his name was announced as he was making his way onto the pitch, doing his traditional jump before going on.
Alba took his elation to social media after the game and is raring to go for more games after a victory on his debut.
He wrote on Twitter, translated as follows:
The UEFA Champions Leaguewinner will hope for a start in the next game against FC Dallas, similar to how his former mates were eased into the team.
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