sports
March 6, 2026
Donald Trump Welcomed Messi and Told Him: I Don't Know, Maybe You Are Better Than Pele
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami players met with the President of the United States, Donald Trump, at the White House to celebrate the club's MLS Cup triumph last December.
TL;DR
- Lionel Messi and Inter Miami players visited the White House to celebrate their MLS Cup win.
- President Donald Trump hosted the team and praised Lionel Messi.
- Trump told Messi that his son is a big fan and compared Messi's talent to that of Pele.
- Messi recently extended his contract with Inter Miami until 2028.
- Messi is the first player in MLS history to win MVP in two consecutive seasons.
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