It was a star-studded affair at the much-anticipated debut of Lionel Messi in MLS. Among the first stars seen at the event were Kim Kardashian and Victoria Beckham, who were joined by their son, Saint. Kardashian expressed her excitement for the game, revealing that her son’s favorite player is Inter Miami’s No. 10, Lionel Messi.
Not only did Kardashian pose for photos with the Beckham family, but she also had the opportunity to take a picture with David Beckham himself, capturing the special moment in the minutes leading up to kick-off.
The celebrity sightings didn’t stop there. Tennis champion Serena Williams, a longtime Floridian favorite, also graced the event with her presence, adding to the star power in the stands as Inter Miami faced off against Cruz Azul in Fort Lauderdale.
LeBron James, a basketball legend in his own right, was also spotted at the game, sharing a warm embrace with Lionel Messi. The presence of both LeBron and Messi, who are considered two of the greatest athletes in their respective sports, created a unique atmosphere of excitement and anticipation for the match.
As Lionel Messi started the game from the bench, the fans knew they could expect a special moment when he entered the field in the latter stages of the second half. The debut of Messi in MLS was indeed a memorable event, drawing attention not only from sports fans but also from some of the biggest names in entertainment and sports.
The Argentine is starting from the bench as Inter Miami take on Cruz Azul in Fort Lauderdale Friday night.
Kardashian was asked if Saint has a favorite player, to which she replied that it was Inter Miami’s No. 10 and that he was ‘so excited.’