Inter Miami Superstar Messi’s Contribution Influences Former Barcelona Teammate Riqui Puig’s Penalty Miss for LA Galaxy.
The Impact of Lionel Messi on Riqui Puig’s Penalty Miss: A Video Analysis of LA Galaxy vs. Inter Miami Match”
A video segment captured by a devoted fan reveals how Lionel Messi influenced Riqui Puig’s penalty miss during the LA Galaxy vs. Inter Miami match.
In a pivotal moment for the home team, LA Galaxy was awarded an early scoring opportunity. Former Barcelona star Puig stepped up to take the penalty kick from the 11-meter mark, only to have his effort thwarted by Drake Callender.
Many attribute Callender’s successful penalty save to the intervention of Lionel Messi. The former Blaugrana standout positioned himself approximately 12 meters away, gesturing to Callender the direction Puig would likely aim. Messi’s anticipation was proven correct as his former Camp Nou teammate directed the shot towards the right side of the goal.
Not only showcasing his precognitive prowess, Messi also made significant contributions to Inter Miami in their second MLS match. Messi salvaged a point for Inter Miami by scoring in the 92nd minute, securing a 1-1 draw against LA Galaxy.
Puig, seemingly akin to the host team’s villain, nevertheless might have found solace as the Galaxy midfielder disclosed he now owns jerseys autographed by Messi, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba.
Messi continues to be a captivating star wherever he goes in the United States, with numerous A-list guests attending his visit to California. Messi is set to return to action on Sunday as Inter Miami faces cross-state rivals Orlando in an MLS derby. The match between Inter Miami and Orlando City is scheduled for 4:30 PM on March 3rd, according to Vietnam time.