Inter Miami team captain Lionel Messi was at the center of an emotional situation during the match against Atlas in the Leagues Cup. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
During the match, a disagreement arose between the Argentine player and the opposing team's midfielder Sergio Ernandes. During the altercation, 38-year-old Messi placed his hand on the opponent's head and lightly brushed his face.
The head referee, Costa Rican José Calderón, did not pay attention to this incident and did not issue a warning to either participant. In the second round of the tournament, Inter Miami will face Necaxa.
Atlas will take the field against Orlando City. The incident that occurred in this match attracted the attention of fans and experts.
The dispute between Messi and Ernandes once again demonstrated the players' emotional involvement on the field and the intensity of the competition. The referee's decision sparked various debates and discussions.
The upcoming matches in the Leagues Cup are also expected to be interesting for football fans.
