
His “Inter Miami” concluded their match against Ecuador’s “Barcelona” in a 2-2 draw.
BUENOS AIRES, February 8. /TASS/. Argentinian footballer Lionel Messi, currently playing for American club “Inter Miami,” found the back of the net during a friendly fixture against Ecuador’s “Barcelona.” This encounter took place in the Ecuadorian city of Guayaquil.
Messi initially broke the deadlock in the 31st minute. Furthermore, in the third minute of stoppage time added to the first half, the forward provided an assist for Mexican striker Herman Berterame to score. The game ultimately ended in a 2-2 tie, with “Barcelona” managing to equalize via a goal in the 87th minute.
For the vast majority of his professional journey, Messi was associated with Spain’s “Barcelona.” Subsequently, a move took him to France’s “Paris Saint-Germain,” and since the summer of 2023, he has been representing “Inter Miami.” The celebrated player holds eight Ballon d’Or awards. Representing the Argentinian national team,
Messi secured victory in the World Cup (2022), the Finalissima (2022), and the Copa América (2021, 2024).