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The decision of Lionel Messi to play for Inter Miami in the upcoming season has caused a high uproar in the football world. The Argentine left PSG, after a difficult environment, where he was booed by the fans and stated that he did not feel happy in his stay. Various celebrities dared to express their position, and one of them was Carlos Tevez. The former forward and teammate of ‘La Pulga’ ventured to say that the premise of joining MLS was for his family and is in a more relaxed environment.
"I think Leo made a decision knowing and understanding his own situation a bit. He didn't want to go back, have his teammates' salaries reduced, and be the bad guy in the movie again," he said in an interview with ESPN F360, also arguing that every decision was made for the sake of tranquility in the summer transfer market in Europe.
The popular 'Apache' has had the opportunity to share a jersey with Leo in the Argentina National Team. For this reason, he knows some details of his personality, such as his love for the city of Miami and how he prioritizes his family.
"More than anyone else, he was hurt not to return to Barcelona, which is his home. I think it was all very lukewarm. He leaned toward the United States League. He likes Miami, it's a tranquility for him and his family. I think he did the right thing," he added about the situation.
Finally, he explained that he couldn't have played for any other club in Europe besides Barcelona: "If it wasn't Barcelona, where he knew he would be the center of attention again, he was nothing in Europe. The decision is very well taken," stated one of the legends of Argentine football.
When will Messi make his debut with Inter Miami?
As soon as Lionel Messi's arrival at Inter Miami was confirmed for the game on July 21st at 8:00 pm (Mexico Central Time) against Cruz Azul in the Leagues Cup, ticket prices skyrocketed and resale prices on Seat Geek range from $230 to $1000. Additionally, it is speculated that the game could change venues, as it was scheduled to take place at DRV PNK Stadium with a capacity for 16,000 fans and move to Hard Rock Stadium, which has a capacity for 60,000 spectators.
With the confirmation of Lionel Messi's arrival at Inter Miami, ticket prices to see the club have increased significantly, and now fans of the pink team will have to make a huge effort to attend their club's matches.
- 07/21 vs. Cruz Azul from $29 to $329
- 08/26 vs. New York Red Bulls from $30 to $401
- 09/03 vs. Los Angeles from $81 to $422
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