Fans in Florida welcome global soccer star Lionel Messi to Inter Miami

Greg Allen

July 17, 2023 / 2:10 am

Global soccer star Lionel Messi is receiving a hero's welcome in Florida. He's joining Major League Soccer's Inter Miami in a move that's bringing new attention and fans to the pro sport in the U.S.

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Fans in Florida welcome global soccer star Lionel Messi to Inter Miami

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