The world’s greatest soccer star proved he’s worth his $50 million contract on Friday in his first game. Deep into injury time and with the League Cup clash with Mexico’s Cruz Asul apparently heading toward penalty kicks, Messi unleashed a spectacular free-kick to clinch a 2-1 victory.
Messi entered the match in the 54th minute to a huge roar from the sold-out crowd at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
It was Miami’s opening Leagues Cup match. He was given the captain’s armband after starting on the bench alongside new signing and former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets.
They entered the match together in the second half with Miami leading 1-0. Messi has signed a two-and-a-half year contract with the MLS team.
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