El Tri suffered in the first half, struggling to string together more than three passes. River Plate were the superior side from the get go and it only took eight minutes for the

Lionel Messi has caused uproar with a recent celebration as an ex-opponent hit out at his antics during an Inter Miami friendly against Club America.

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano downplayed the buzz around Lionel Messi’s bold celebration after his goal against Club América last Saturday, instead pointing

Lionel Messi's goal celebration during Inter Miami's friendly against Club América sparked significant controversy. Facing relentless jeers from Mexican fans, Messi responded with a provocative gesture referencing Argentina's superior World Cup record.

Messi faced plenty of backlash from those in Mexico after mocking their lack of World Cup success compared to Argentina's decorated history. Notably, former "El Tri" international Adolfo "Bofo" Bautista called out the Argentinian for a "lack of professionalism and education."

Mexico will field a team made up exclusively of players from Liga MX against the Brazilian and Argentine club in South America

Midway through the first half, Messi scored an equalizing header. His celebration was far from typical. After briefly celebrating with Luis Suárez and his teammates, he turned towards the section of Club América fans who had been relentlessly targeting him. He displayed his iconic number 10 jersey, and with a defiant gesture, pointed toward them.

The film 'Dreams', by Mexican Michel Franco; 'The Message', by Argentinean Ivan Fund, and 'O último azul', by Brazilian Gabriel Mascaro, will compete for the Golden Bear at the 75th edition of the Berlinale,

Mexico will play the second and final game of their January camp in South America when they visit the Estadio Monumental in Argentina to take on River Plate.

Messi was heckled nonstop by large groups of Club América fans among the crowd of 46,000 at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday night, and there were reports that some of the derogatory chants were of the vulgar and homophobic variety that have led to sanctions against Mexican clubs and the Mexican federation in recent years.

Lionel Messi has shown top form with Inter Miami in 2025, scoring against Club America. However, a heated exchange with fans sparked criticism from former players and supporters. Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano addressed the incident,