Fans Brawl During Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami Match in Texas
Fans got involved in a brawl during Lionel Messi’s team Inter Miami’s match against FC Dallas at the Toyota Stadium in Texas on Sunday night. A now-viral video shows four fans, including a woman and a man wearing an Argentina jersey, engaged in a physical altercation. According to a report by Daily Mail, the police have made an arrest in connection with the incident. However, it is still unclear why the fight took place.
The high temperatures in Texas may have contributed to the fans’ angry reactions, as multiple media outlets reported that the temperature exceeded 38 degrees Celsius before the game. Some social media users even speculated that the extreme weather conditions led to the confrontation. Both Inter Miami and FC Dallas were forced to take a heat break during the match due to the scorching temperatures.
Despite the off-field disturbance, Lionel Messi put on an impressive performance during his fourth Inter Miami game. He scored the opening goal of the Leagues Cup round of 16 game against FC Dallas within six minutes of kickoff. This marked his first goal outside of Florida since joining Inter Miami earlier this summer. The Argentine superstar scored another stunning free kick late in the game to secure an equalizer. Ultimately, Inter Miami won the game 5-3 on penalties and advanced to the quarter-finals. Messi’s game against FC Dallas completed a remarkable streak of three consecutive two-goal games in the Inter Miami jersey.
Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino expressed his satisfaction with the victory, stating, We are very glad to be moving on, and these types of games help us to continue to develop as a team and fix our mistakes. We still have a long way to go to be at the level we want, but in the end, I am glad that we obtained the victory.
Ahead of the game, FC Dallas owner Dan Hunt praised Lionel Messi for his incredible form in America, likening it to watching Michael Jordan. Hunt emphasized the significance of having one of the greatest players of all time play in the MLS, calling it a great moment for FC Dallas.
So far, Messi has scored seven goals in four appearances for Inter Miami. The World Cup-winning Argentine captain has found the back of the net in every match he has played for the MLS side, showcasing his exceptional talent.
Despite the disruptive incident involving fans, Messi’s performance and Inter Miami’s victory overshadowed the altercation. The team’s progress in the Leagues Cup brings a sense of accomplishment and optimism for their future contests. As their journey continues, Inter Miami aims to strengthen their team and rectify any shortcomings, building towards their desired level of play.
