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Lionel Messi gets angry with referee after Inter Miami's hard fought draw

Lionel Messi's frustration boiled over after Inter Miami's draw with the San Jose Earthquakes, leading to a heated argument with the referee over a missed foul call. The usually composed Messi received a warning, sparking discussions about MLS officiating.
Lionel Messi gets angry with referee after Inter Miami's hard fought draw
Lionel Messi gets angry with referee after Inter Miami's hard fought draw (Image Source: Getty)
Lionel Messi, the Argentine football star, showed his frustration after Inter Miami's tough draw against the San Jose Earthquakes. The game ended with no winner, and Messi argued with the referee over a missed call. Fans were shocked to see the usually calm player so upset, as he got a strict warning. Everyone is discussing referee decisions in Major League Soccer (MLS).

Lionel Messi’s heated moment surprises everyone

The match between Inter Miami and San Jose Earthquakes was full of action, with both teams fighting hard. When the game ended, Lionel Messi got upset because the referee didn't call a foul near San Jose’s goal area. He walked up to referee Joe Dickerson and shared his anger about the decision that could have helped his team win.
Reports say Lionel Messi's strong words led to a yellow card for arguing, and the referee told him to stop or risk getting sent off. San Jose's coach, Bruce Arena, stepped in to calm things down. Seeing Messi, who is usually cool-headed, act this way surprised fans. Social media was filled with videos showing how tense the incident was.
Many fans loved Messi’s passion, but some wondered if the referee made the right call. This event shows how important every decision is in MLS games. It has started talks about making refereeing better in the league.

Inter Miami's struggles make Messi's anger grow

Inter Miami hasn't been winning as much as they'd like, which adds to Messi's frustration. Despite his excellent skills, the team keeps facing draws and losses, like the one against San Jose. Without players like Luis Suarez, Messi feels more pressure to lead the team to victory. He's been open about his love for winning, but the team's struggles are hard to ignore. Sources say Messi has also been annoyed about things like security rules and referee calls in MLS. For example, his bodyguard isn’t allowed near the field, which bothers him. These issues likely made him even angrier during the San Jose game. Fans are now wondering what's next for Messi and Inter Miami. Some think he might leave if things don't improve, though his contract lasts until 2025. The draw has made people question if the team can make the playoffs. As the season continues, everyone is watching how Messi handles these challenges and leads his team.Also Read: Refik Anadol set to turn Lionel Messi's greatest goal into groundbreaking art for charity
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