Lionel Messi’s emotional outpouring stole the show in Inter Miami’s 2-2 tie with New York City FC late Saturday night after the World Cup winner received his second ejection for volatile exchanges with a referee and an assistant coach.
In the match, Messi turned creator for a late equalizer, but after the final whistle, it was frustration.
The eight-edition Ballon d’Or recipient, after clashing with referee Rosendo Mendoza, angrily directed his finger at the referee, who in turn responded by showing him a yellow card.
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The feud did not end there, as an exiting Messi engaged with NYCFC assistant coach Mehdi Ballouchy, but being highly enraged, he placed his hand on his neck, displaying much on-field rumbles before walking off.
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Before the fiery encounter, Inter Miami’s Tomas Aviles had been sent off in the match, adding to the drama.
Inter Miami next faces a challenge in the CONCACAF Champions Cup first round against Sporting KC on Tuesday.
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