‘Words simply fall short’: Inter Miami’s interim coach expresses awe at Messi’s masterclass performance
Inter Miami interim coach Guillermo Hoyos expressed immense admiration for Lionel Messi after the Argentine playmaker netted four goals in a Major League Soccer match for the first time in his career, leading to a commanding 7-1 victory over CF Montreal on Saturday.
Messi’s four-goal performance, along with an assist, came at a crucial time for Miami, allowing them to end a five-game winless streak across all competitions.
The 39-year-old regained Miami’s lead just before halftime, found the net again in the 52nd minute, completed his hat-trick in the 83rd, and finished his impressive performance with a free kick during stoppage time.
The former Barcelona forward now leads the MLS scoring charts with 18 goals this season. “There are no words to describe such footballing beauty,” Argentine Hoyos remarked. There is an overwhelming amount happening that language just cannot capture. He is always in pursuit of that goal, that play, that pass; I believe he is far from an ordinary footballer. Examining him, both in terms of his skills on the field and his character off it, reveals layers thatare difficult to expresss.
Messi, who won the 2022 World Cup, also led Argentina to this year’s World Cup final, where Spain defeated them.
Having Messi on the team is what it truly signifies,” Miami midfielder Casemiro told Apple TV.
We must cherish these moments, for he is a remarkable individual, a player who is making history.
Casemiro, 34, made his move to Miami in July following the expiration of his contract with Manchester United.
The Brazilian and Messi spent years on opposite sides of one of football’s fiercest rivalries, with Casemiro starring for Real Madrid and Messi for Barcelona, but are now united as teammates.
We observed today that we must relish the moment, continue to support, and keep competing with him, as he remains the best,” Casemiro stated. He demonstrated his prowess in the World Cup. We must embrace it, for he greatly amplifies our strength.
