Lionel Messi, the renowned football legend, found himself subjected to the customary initiation rituals upon his transfer to Inter Miami, despite his illustrious career.
Having moved from Paris Saint-Germain to the MLS, Messi has demonstrated exceptional skills, scoring 11 goals in 14 games and contributing significantly to Inter Miami’s victory in the Leagues Cup, their maiden trophy.
To show their appreciation, certain members of the squad dedicated themselves to learning Spanish to foster a stronger connection with the Argentine maestro.
The team has also taken a considerate approach during training, ensuring Messi’s optimal fitness for matches by providing him with a supportive environment.
Nevertheless, Messi’s initiation into the Inter Miami family was marked by an embarrassing yet light-hearted tradition.
During a team dinner, his teammates, including DeAndre Yedlin and Victor Ulloa, playfully insisted that he sing.
Edison Azcona, an Inter Miami midfielder, shared insights into the amusing incident, stating, “He sang at a dinner for us on the first trip he had with the team. First, Jordi [Alba] went to sing, Sergio [Busquets] also, and Leo [Messi] went last.”
Azcona expressed his delight at playing alongside Messi, describing the experience as a dream come true.
“Since I was little, I have always said that a dream of mine was to play with Messi, and I finally have this opportunity to share a dressing room, train with him, and have that experience of being on the same team. It is a dream come true,” he remarked.
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