Trump celebrates Messi, revels in Inter Miami’s “good looks” - Reuters
Trump celebrates Messi, revels in Inter Miami’s “good looks” Reuters
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Notable Quotes
"Messi is phenomenal, and Inter Miami is lucky to have him."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"It's my distinct privilege to say what no American president has ever had the chance to say before, welcome to the White House, Lionel Messi."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I don't like good looking men."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"The United States military, together with the wonderful Israeli partners, continues to totally demolish the enemy, far ahead of schedule and at levels that people have never seen before."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"It's my distinct privilege to say what no American president has ever had the chance to say before, welcome to the White House, Lionel Messi."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"I got a lot of things going on."
— Lionel Messi , Athlete
"It's my distinct privilege to say what no American president has ever had the chance to say before, welcome to the White House, Lionel Messi."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Leo is the reigning FIFA World Cup MVP. You could have gone anywhere in the world. You could have chosen any team in the world, and you chose to go to Miami."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Leo, you came in and you won, and that’s something very hard to, very unusual."
— Donald Trump , Politician
Key People
Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese professional footballer and the all-time leading scorer in international football.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Javier Mascherano is a former Argentine professional footballer and current coach of Inter Miami CF.
Lionel Messi is a renowned Argentine soccer player, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
U.S. Secretary of State.
Pele is a legendary Brazilian footballer widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.
Rodrigo De Paul is an Argentine professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder.
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President Trump welcomed Lionel Messi and Inter Miami to the White House, blending sports celebration with political commentary, and highlighting Messi's achievements and the team's success.
President Trump celebrated Inter Miami's MLS Cup victory, praised Messi's choice to join Miami, and humorously commented on the team's appearance during the White House ceremony.
President Trump honored Lionel Messi and Inter Miami at the White House, praising Messi's impact on U.S. soccer and playfully commenting on the team's appearance during the ceremony.
President Trump praised Lionel Messi and Inter Miami for their MLS Cup victory, highlighting Messi's success and the team's impact on U.S. soccer during the White House event.
President Donald Trump honored Lionel Messi and Inter Miami at the White House for winning the 2025 MLS Cup, praising Messi's impact on U.S. soccer and playfully commenting on the team's appearance.
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