The victory wasn’t solely Messi’s spotlight. Midfielder Telasco Segovia delivered a stunning strike to equalize after Porto grabbed the early lead.
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Few moments in football are as iconic as Lionel Messi poised over a free-kick just beyond the penalty box.
Once again, the 37-year-old genius showcased his magic, whipping a breathtaking 20-yard strike past Porto’s helpless goalkeeper Claudio Ramos to clinch a thrilling 2-1 comeback win for Inter Miami at the FIFA Club World Cup.
The goal a perfect blend of pinpoint accuracy, raw power, and Messi’s signature flair made the impossible seem routine.
How did the goal happen?
Stationed perfectly at the cusp of the ‘D’, Messi faced an open goal but spurned the easier path to the far post.
Instead, he chose a daring trajectory, lofting the ball over the wall and into the top corner on the goalkeeper’s side a gamble only a maestro of his stature could routinely transform into triumph.
With that exquisite strike, Messi boosted his direct free-kick goal count to 68, inching closer to the all-time greats: Juninho Pernambucano (77) and Pelé (70).
Segovia and Messi combine to make history
The triumph wasn’t solely Messi’s masterpiece. Midfielder Telasco Segovia sparked the rally with a sublime strike to equalize after Porto’s early lead, while Messi’s stunning free-kick sealed a historic 2-1 comeback, marking Inter Miami’s inaugural Club World Cup victory a milestone for the fledgling MLS club.
This result positions Inter Miami favorably for knockout stage qualification. With one Group A game left, a draw against group leaders Palmeiras would secure a spot in the round of 16 for both sides.
“GOAT for a reason”
The Internet erupted after the goal. One fan declared, Messi’s untouchable! Another gushed, Messi’s hunger to compete is unreal he’s all-in for this team, pouring his heart out, especially when the chips are down, though he deserves a breather.
A third roared, No MLS squad ever toppled a European side, but Miami did, thanks to Messi’s clutch free-kick pure GOAT magic! Free-kick wizard, a supporter dubbed him. An absolute stunner of a free-kick from Lionel Andrés Messi, the undisputed greatest footballer ever, raved another.
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