"Lionel Messi's Spectacular Debut at Inter Miami Draws Record-Breaking Crowd"
As superstar Lionel Messi arrived, the DRV PNK stadium was packed with cheering supporters.
The time Messi made his Inter Miami Club debut
In a ceremony that took place at DRV PNK Stadium on the morning of July 17, Lionel Messi announced the launch of Inter Miami Club, which will compete in the American professional league. A couple of hours earlier, the supporters had already amassed in front of the stadium, where they could be heard nonstop singing the Argentine superstar’s name.
Near the time of the match, a sudden rain poured down but this did not stop the fans present
There were more than 18,000 spectators there; the field was not devoid of spectators.”A monumental festival”, American media describe Messi’s debut ceremony
The long-awaited moment came when Messi stepped out in unending applause
He received the number 10 shirt from David Beckham, Jorge Mas, Jose Mas – 3 owners of Inter Miami Club
Messi’s hug with David Beckham. 16 years ago, Beckham also created a similar fever when he joined LA Galaxy of America
“I’m sure there will be great moments here,” Messi said at the launch ceremony. “I feel grateful for your love for me.” Messi’s contract with Inter Miami Club lasts until the end of 2025 with a salary of about 60 million USD/season
Messi’s wife and children also appeared on stage after that
Also in the ceremony, Inter Miami introduced another rookie. That is midfielder Sergio Busquets – Messi’s former teammate at Barca club
