Why Lionel Messi unveiled a new celebration at Inter Miami

Lionel Messi is enjoying life at Inter Miami.

Why Lionel Messi unveiled a new celebration at Inter Miami

Izuchukwu Akawor 08:40 - 27.07.2023

What you need to know about Lionel Messi's new celebration as he settles in at MLS club Inter Miami following his transfer to the club as a free agent.

Argentina legend Lionel Messi has reached new heights at Inter Miami after he revealed a new celebration. 

Messi has settled down at his new club following an excellent start to his adventure in Major League Soccer, MLS. 

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A memorable debut for Lionel Messi at Inter Miami last weekend.

The 36-year-old was at his imperious best as Inter thrashed Atlanta United 4-0 in the Leagues Cup on Tuesday. 

Messi impresses again

The world winner started life at Inter in stunning fashion after his star-studded debut against Cruz Azul last weekend. 

As reported by Pulse Sports Nigeria, the former Paris Saint-Germain forward produced a moment of magic to inspire his new club to their first win in six matches. 

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Inter players surround Messi.

Messi came off the bench to score an excellent winner through a perfectly executed free kick in added time to start his Inter Miami career on a high. 

Three days after, he topped that performance with another man of the match display. 

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James shared stories on Instagram all night long, proclaiming Messi the GOAT in one of them., Serena Williams, Becky G and Kim Kardashian present

Atlanta United were at the end of Messi’s brilliance this time as he netted a brace and assisted another in a comprehensive win for Inter. 

It was the first time since May that the club had won back-to-back matches in the United States.

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Lionel Messi during his unveiling as new Inter Miami player

He has now scored three goals and assisted one in just two appearances for Inter.

Messi celebrates with David Beckham

After scoring one of the goals against Atlanta, the Barcelona legends celebrated in a special way. 

Inter Miami owners in a photograph with Lionel Messi

Walking down the centre circle after celebrating with his teammates, Messi sighted Beckham and unveiled a new celebration. 

With the Inter boss happily looking at him, Messi celebrated with his hand stretched out like a ‘choke hold’ while Beckham smiled at him. 

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Lionel Messi's new celebration.

It was a special and iconic moment between the two superstars looking to revamp Inter. 

Why a new celebration

Messi explained his iconic celebration moments after the game and according to a report by Paddy Power, the celebration was a special dedication from Messi to Darth Vader, a fictional character from Star Wars.

Lionel Messi in action for Inter Miami

'‘Unfortunately, I couldn’t summon the Force to strangle Mr Beckham in front of our fans tonight, but I still want to dedicate the attempt to you," he stated.

‘'You are an inspiration to millions across the galaxy and I hope that one day I can crush a man’s throat using the dark side of the Force as well as you can," he added.

Reactions

Here are some interesting reactions to Messi’s new celebration on Tuesday as he led Inter Miami to another excellent display and result. 

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