Messi's White House Visit: First MLS Cup with Inter Miami

0:00On this March 6th, here's what's making entertainment headlines. Lionel Messi joined US President Donald Trump at the White House to celebrate Inter Miami's first MLS Cup Championship in 2025. The soccer star attended the event with teen co-owner Jorge Maz after their 3-1 victory over the Vancouver White Caps in Fort Lauderdale. This marked Messi's first White House visit since he signed with Inter Miami back in July 2023. Following the ceremony in the East Room, they presented Trump with a pink soccer ball, a teen jersey, and a watch from club officials. Fans online had strong reactions to photos and videos of the pair together. Some expressed disappointment, pointing out past comparisons to Cristiano Ronaldo, who met Trump earlier. Others highlighted the surprise of seeing Messi at such a political event. The reception fits into a long American tradition of honoring sports champions at the White House. DC United started it for MLS teams in 1998, followed by visits from the LA Galaxy after their

1:00titles in 2011, too. 2012 and 2014, Trump praised Messi's quick success with the team, noting the huge pressure he faced and how rare it is to win right away. Team mates like Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul also joined the celebration. D&N is sponsored by our partner. Some people meditate. I just lay down and press play, S-O-L-L-I, solelypillow.com.