Inter Miami just booked their ticket to the semi-finals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup, and they did it with serious flair. On Wednesday night at Chase Stadium, the Herons defeated Los Angeles FC 3-1 in a match that was as entertaining in the stands as it was on the field. Why? Not only was the whole team locked in, but the Beckham family rolled in like it was fashion week with a side of soccer.
Lionel Messi, aka the magic man himself, was in beast mode, scoring not one but two goals that lit up the stadium and the scoreboard. His performance was pure artistry. He had the fans roaring and the defenders scrambling. Another goal from Inter Miami and LAFC couldn't be kept up. The 3-1 win now sends Inter Miami charging into the next round of the Concacaf club tournament, and yes, the vibes are immaculate.
Sideline Celebs: The Beckham Show
When David Beckham owns a team, you know the sidelines will be something else, and last night did not disappoint. David, the proud dad and club co-owner, was spotted alongside his son Romeo and wife Victoria. David and Romeo were so into the match, fist-pumping and cheering with every Messi move like it was the World Cup final.
But let's talk about Victoria Beckham for a second. The former Spice Girl turned fashion queen showed up looking stunning as always in a tight, black, long-sleeved dress. Glam was served. That said, she did seem a little... over it? Cameras caught her turning back with a grim expression more than once. Was it the scoreline stress? The stadium snacks? No clue, but she didn't lose an ounce of elegance doing it.
Messi x Beckham = Bros Who Train
Before the match, Messi and Beckham were spotted training together at the Florida Blue Training Center, probably sweating off the birthday cake from David's wild 50th bash. These two aren't just teammates in spirit; they're actually hitting the pitch together and keeping it tight.
Speaking of Beckham's 50th, it was the kind of party only he could throw. Last Sunday, the celebration went down at Cipriani Downtown in Miami and was packed with A-listers and soccer legends. Tom Brady showed up. Shaquille O'Neal too. Naturally, Messi, Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets were there with their equally glamorous significant others in tow.
Honestly, it felt less like a birthday and more like a Met Gala meets FIFA awards night. And just days later, Messi puts on a two-goal performance? That's what we call carrying the momentum.
Inter Miami now heads into the semi-finals with sky-high confidence and a stacked squad ready to go all the way. With Messi on fire, the chemistry clicking, and Beckham cheering from the sidelines like a proud soccer dad, this team is giving full main character energy.