By Mark Gray
8:00pm PDT, Jul 24, 2023
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Some of pop culture's biggest names descended on Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Friday, July 22, to witness history: Lionel Messi played in his first-ever match for Major League Soccer's Inter Miami CF. And the soccer GOAT did not disappoint, as he scored a game-winning goal for his squad. Bienvenido, Messi!
Keep reading to see who was on hand to witness Messi's American debut…
Lionel Messi of Inter Miami CF and co-owner David Beckham look on as fans — including Victoria Beckham and Harper Beckham — take photos during the second half of the Leagues Cup 2023 match between Cruz Azul and Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 21, 2023.
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Lebron James attends Lionel Messi's first match for Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 21, 2023.
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Serena Williams attends Lionel Messi's first match for Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 21, 2023.
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Marc Anthony attends Lionel Messi's first match for Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 21, 2023.
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Becky G performs the National Anthem prior to Lionel Messi's first match for Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 21, 2023.
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Tristan Thompson attends Lionel Messi's first match for Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 21, 2023.
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Harper Beckham and Cruz Beckham attend Lionel Messi's first match for Inter Miami CF at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on July 21, 2023.
