Lionel Messi’s return to Inter Miami ended in a defeat against Cincinnati, effectively quashing their playoff hopes. However, amidst the disappointment, Messi made a young pitch-invader’s day with a heartwarming gesture.
Messi’s bodyguard, Yassine Chueko, played a pivotal role during the match, ensuring Messi’s security. After the game, when a young fan sought a photo with Messi, Chueko facilitated the encounter, guiding the fan to his client.
Messi happily posed for a photo with the young admirer, who was wearing an Inter Miami jersey with Messi’s name and a Barcelona baseball cap. Chueko, never letting go of the boy’s hand, escorted him to stadium security.
Fans commended Chueko for making the youngster’s day. One praised his actions, saying, “What a legend. That kid will never forget that moment.” Another noted, “The bodyguard is doing his job while showing he’s human—a perfect balance.”
Despite Messi’s impressive contributions to Inter Miami, their playoff hopes were dashed with a 1-0 defeat to Cincinnati. Messi, who came off the bench in the second half, experienced his first loss in a Miami jersey. He has been nominated for the MLS MVP award, with his impact in the league and Miami’s Leagues Cup triumph being key highlights of his time in the United States.
Messi’s bodyguard is undefeated:
▪️ Makes the play on the pitch invader
▪️ Then gives him a memory for life🫡 pic.twitter.com/eXknLqlhdC
— B/R Football (@brfootball) October 8, 2023
Lionel Messi
Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini
Forwarder, Midfielder
Argentina
Age: 36
170 cm
72 kg
This season he played in total 5 times for 282 minutes for Major League Soccer.
Lionel Messi scored 1 goal for Inter Miami. He procured twice assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 14th in Major League Soccer. In the last match Inter Miami lost 1-0 against Cincinnati.
Inter Miami performance and stats
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Inter Miami is currently 14th in the Major League Soccer with 33 points.
In the last 32 games, it has won 9 times, drawn 6 times, and lost 17 times. In its last match, Inter Miami lost 0-1 against Cincinnati.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 39 goals and conceding 51.
Inter Miami will play the next match in Major League Soccer against Charlotte on Saturday 21st of October in Charlotte.
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