“They even stole his shorts” – Inter Miami star opens up on what went down with Lionel Messi’s kit from stunning debut
In the aftermath of Lionel Messi's exhilarating debut for Inter Miami, the tale of what truly transpired in the dressing room is remarkable. Young midfielder Benjamin Cremaschi shared the frenzy that took place after Messi's dramatic free-kick goal in their 2-1 triumph against Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup.
The Miami-born 18-year-old revealed the struggle for a memento from Messi's first match. He recounted, echoing the intensity of the moment (via TyCSports):
But the narrative of that night was even more personal for Cremaschi. Revealing the bittersweet moment when he was subbed off to make way for the Argentine wizard, Cremaschi shared:
As for Messi's show-stopping goal, Cremaschi narrated his own premonition:
Inter Miami are gearing up for their next challenge, setting sights on Tuesday's (July 25) showdown with Atlanta United. All eyes, especially those of Gerardo Martino, will be on Lionel Messi, assessing his readiness for a potential start against Atlanta.
Lionel Messi powered in a dazzling free kick in the dying moments to hand Inter Miami a thrilling 2-1 victory over Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup opener.
It wasn't all smooth sailing for Miami. The hosts, playing in Fort Lauderdale, grappled against a spirited Cruz Azul side that often had them on the ropes. Add to that the cautious approach of integrating Lionel Messi, and it was clear the night might not be an easy one.
The Argentine maestro, even with his glittering pedigree, found real chances hard to come by. Yet, with the game hanging in the balance, Lionel Messi took matters into his own feet. Earning a free kick just beyond the penalty arc, he showcased the class that has defined his illustrious career.
With a sublime left-footed strike, he left both the
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