Messi has a special honor, just like Ronaldo.

(NLĐO) - Lionel Messi has the special honor of being received by President Donald Trump at the White House.

Just months after Cristiano Ronaldo met with President Donald Trump at the White House, Messi is likely to follow in his great rival's footsteps, as Inter Miami has been invited to America's most powerful center to celebrate their MLS Cup victory.

According to the plan, the Florida team will visit the White House on March 5th. Sources from the American press, citing a White House official, confirmed that the plan to host Inter Miami has been approved.

Earlier last December, Messi and his Inter Miami teammates defeated Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 at Chase Stadium, securing their first MLS Cup title since joining the league in 2020.

Lionel Messi and his club Inter Miami have been invited to the White House.

In the US, it is customary for the winning team of major sporting events to be invited to the White House. In 2024, Columbus Crew was the most recent MLS club to make this visit.

However, it remains unclear whether Lionel Messi will attend in person. The Argentine superstar's representatives have not yet given an official response.

The packed schedule could influence Messi's decision, as Inter Miami will face DC United in Baltimore just two days after the visit, a location approximately 85 km from the White House.

If he participates, Messi will be recreating the extraordinary journey that Cristiano Ronaldo once experienced. The Portuguese star met President Donald Trump last November at a formal reception at the White House.

The event took place on the same day that Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited the Oval Office, highlighting the importance of the reception.

Former football star David Beckham, owner of Inter Miami, also had a similar honor. He was present at the White House visit in 2011 when LA Galaxy won the MLS Cup, a memorable moment in his career.

Joining Inter Miami in 2023 after leaving PSG, the 39-year-old forward quickly made a strong impression. He has played 89 games, scoring 77 goals and providing 44 assists, further solidifying his status as one of the best players in the world .

Messi could meet with President Donald Trump, just like Cristiano Ronaldo did last November.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/messi-co-vinh-du-dac-biet-nhu-ronaldo-196260228161325276.htm