Lionel Messi: The player who’s bigger than the club… and the FIFA Club World Cup tournament?
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Messi’s Magic Defines Club World Cup MomentMessi scored his 50th Inter Miami goal and led a historic CONCACAF win over Porto before 31,783 fans in Atlanta.
- Lionel Messi’s game-winning free kick in the 54th minute secured Inter Miami’s victory against FC Porto.
- This match marked the first competitive win for a CONCACAF team over a European club.
- Messi attracted supporters nationwide and internationally, elevating the atmosphere at the FIFA Club World Cup.
- Inter Miami can advance to the knockout stage with a draw in their upcoming group match against Palmeiras.
Touched by God, isn’t he? Incredible. What a player.— José Fonte, Portuguese defender, praising Lionel Messi after his free kick goal in the match against FC Porto.
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I have a lot of respect and admiration for Cristiano Ronaldo and for the career he’s had and continues to have, because he’s still competing at the highest level.— Lionel Messi explains his relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo and emphasizes the respect he has for his career.
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