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04/09/2023 15:40
Veteran midfielder Giorgio Chiellini, European champions with Italy, was impressed as his Los Angeles FC lost 3-1 at home to Inter Miami – a feat in which Lionel Messi provided two assists that helped the team take a three-goal lead build gates.
Lionel Messi has 2 assists that helped Inter Miami beat Los Angeles FC 3-1.
Inter Miami have remained unbeaten since Messi’s arrival at the club in mid-July. On Sunday night they played their best game of the season at home against the reigning MLS Cup champions. Messi provided two assists and the visitors’ scorers were Facundo Farias, Jordi Alba and Leonardo Campana. Los Angeles FC’s consolation goal was scored by Ryan Hollingshead in the last minute. Miami coach Gerardo “Tata” Martino said happily: “We had a lot of tough games, but I think given the quality of the opponent today, this was one of the biggest challenges, but also the game where we performed best.” . I think that’s a very good sign.
Chiellini, who was in his second season with Los Angeles FC in MLS, has confirmed that Messi’s Inter Miami is the “best” team he has played against in American football. “Honestly, Inter Miami is by far the strongest team I’ve played against in MLS. Yes so far!”
The famous former Juventus and Italy midfielder, who has faced Messi many times at all levels, also praised Messi for what he has done both for Miami and for the tournament in general: “Leo’s performance in this tournament is a great one good thing, not just for Miami, but also for the attention people are having on MLS now. It’s a big step forward for this tournament.”
Giorgio Chiellini’s team couldn’t stop Lionel Messi from claiming victory.
After the defeat, LAFC coach Steve Cherundolo was open about Messi’s influence in MLS: “He’s the best player in the world. What do you think he will do when he comes here?!” Miami plays very disciplined football. And with Messi it is clear that they are extremely effective in attack. We didn’t have many chances and the reality on the pitch made it clear why?”
Messi has recorded 11 goals and 8 assists for Miami, helping the team close the gap to 8 points behind the playoff spot in the Eastern Conference in their last 8 games. However, Sunday’s game will be Messi’s last game against Miami for at least the next two weeks. The 2-year-old superstar returned to Argentina to take part in World Cup 36 qualifiers. He faced Ecuador on Thursday and Bolivia five days later.
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