Several notable stars were in attendance for Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami debut against Cruz Azul, including Basketball great LeBron James.
Lebron James who shared an embrace with Messi took to Instagram to express how it felt meeting the football Icon.
He wrote: “Welcome brother!!! Always good to see and be in the presence of GREATNESS!!! @leomessi 🙏🏾✊🏾🤎👑 #ComingToAmerica”.
The Los Angeles Lakers forward was at the DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida in the company of several stars amongst whom include; Serena Williams (Tennis great), Kim Kardashian ( American Media Personality) and many others.
Messi scored a sublime free-kick on his inter Miami debut
Lionel Messi also did put on a show for the teeming audience as he produced magic by scoring a free-kick in the 94th minute of the encounter.
After coming on as a substitute alongside Sergio Busquets, he showed his immeasurable influence scoring a decisive goal which ended Inter Miami’s 6 game winless run.
Messi snubbed a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, opting to join MLS side Inter Miami and his arrival has been monstrously felt.
Off-the-field, his influence has reverberated across America and on social media, the Herons have also felt his arrival with the astronomical rise in their following.
Having been unveiled on the 16th of July, 2023, Lionel Messi made his debut on the 21st of July and he has begun to show his on-field influence.
The meet-up with LeBron James is an iconic one, giving how great both Individuals are in their respective sports.
LeBron James is the all-time leading scorer in NBA history.
Of course, Lionel Messi also needs no introduction as he is the second highest goalscorer in football history and first in terms of assists.
LeBron has won four NBA championships and four Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards, four Finals MVP Awards and two Olympic gold medals amongst many other honors.
For Messi, he is a 7-time Ballon d’Or and 2-time FIFA TheBest Award winner. He has also won a staggering 43 trophies in his career including; 3 Champions League titles and 1 FIFA World Cup.
The 36-year-old has an Olympic gold medal from the 2008 Beijing games amongst many other individual and club honors.
LeBron James’ influence due to his achievements in the NBA, can be felt across the world just like that of Lionel Messi.
How did LeBron James communicate with the Argentine star during Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami debut?
One thing that got individuals puzzled about the meet-up was the divergence in language.
Lionel Messi apparently doesn’t speak English and LeBron James also apparently doesn’t speak Spanish but their meet-up was seamless, telepathic and lovely.
Inter Miami’s next game is against Atlanta United with Messi expected to feature, but it is uncertain the notable stars that will be in attendance for that clash.
The Argentine Icon will be representing the Miami based club alongside former Barcelona teammates Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets.
However, there might be two more additions with the Herons also reportedly interested in signing Luis Suarez and Andres Iniesta.
