Messi and the Magic of Miami: A Free Kick Fairytale (or How Many Times Has He Bent It Like Beckham...In Pink?)
Lionel Messi. The name itself conjures images of impossible dribbles, audacious goals, and enough silverware to stock a royal banquet. But there's one question burning brighter than a Miami sunrise: how many times has this free kick maestro found the net for Inter Miami?
Hold on to your pastel-colored jerseys, folks, because the answer might surprise you!
While Messi hasn't officially begun his MLS campaign yet (cue dramatic music!), there's a twist that'll have you shouting "olé" louder than a mariachi band. During the Leagues Cup, Messi, with a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous grin, decided to rewrite the free kick record books...well, kind of.
Two strikes, two goals. Talk about a Miami Vice-grip on those free kicks!
That's right, Messi, the king of the dead ball, sent two rockets past the wall and into the net, leaving opposing goalkeepers with nothing but existential dread and a longing for a transfer request. These weren't just any free kicks, these were pronouncements: Messi has arrived, and free kicks in MLS are about to get a serious upgrade.
But wait, there's more!
Since these goals came in the Leagues Cup, they don't officially count towards Messi's MLS stats (bureaucracy, we feel your pain). But fear not, Messi fans! The official season is upon us, and we can't wait to see him unleash his free kick fury on unsuspecting defenses.
Here's the official tally (drumroll please):
- Free Kicks for Inter Miami (officially): 0 (but let's not forget those magic Leagues Cup moments!)
- Free Kicks Throughout Messi's Career: A jaw-dropping 65 (and counting!)
So, while the official MLS counter might be stuck on zero for now, the future is bright. We all know Messi has a knack for making the impossible, well, possible.
Frequently Asked Messi Free Kick FAQs:
- How to bend it like Messi? Practice, practice, practice! And maybe a dash of pure magic.
- How to defend against a Messi free kick? Good luck. But seriously, a strong wall and a prayer might be your best bet.
- How many free kicks has Messi scored in his entire career? A whopping 65 (and counting, as mentioned earlier).
- Will Messi break the MLS free kick record? With Messi, anything is possible. But the current record (13 goals) is pretty darn impressive.
- How can I watch Messi's next free kick masterpiece? Tune in to Inter Miami's next game and prepare to be amazed!
