Lionel Messi has taken the United States by storm, scoring five goals in his first three matches with Inter Miami as the MLS club takes aim at the Leagues Cup crown.
He scored another pair against Orlando City as Inter Miami advanced to the Round of 16 thanks to a 3-1 victory.
Messi’s first goal in the Round of 32 match saw him hit a recognizable goal celebration, and it got fans talking, especially after a celebration along the same lines in the previous match against Atlanta.
With the GOAT now on full-time duty with his new MLS club, here’s what we know about his new goal celebration trend.
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Lionel Messi Avengers goal celebrations
In Lionel Messi’s first start for Inter Miami on July 25, he ran the show as he scored two and assisted a third as they trounced Atlanta United 4-1 to win their Leagues Cup group.
Messi celebrated one of his goals with a motion that had fans a bit confused.
As the Argentine stuck his arm out towards the sideline and clenched his hand, some thought it was a Darth Vader motion. Instead, Messi’s family clarified that he was imitating Avengers hero Thor.
Lionel Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, confirms that his new Inter Miami celebration is…
