Footage shows subtle Lionel Messi tactic to gain small free-kick advantage

talksport.com, 9 August 2023, 11:06

Inter Miami talisman Lionel Messi used a clever tactic to gain a subtle advantage before scoring yet another freekick.

The 36-year-old produced another piece of brilliance, as his side booked their place in the MLS Leagues Cup quarter-finals.

Messi netted his team's first goal in the victory over FC Dallas, before then firing a trademark free-kick into the net late on, sending the tie to a penalty shootout, after the scores were tied at 4-4.

The sensational set-piece showcased Messi's brilliance, and capped-off his man of the match display.

Though had referee Cesar Arturo Ramos been more vigilant, it remains to be seen whether the goal would have actually stood.

An eagle-eyed fan captured Messi repositioning the ball on several occasions, before moving it to the left one step at a time, therefore increasing his chances of scoring.

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After the referee had finished talking to the players in the FC Dallas wall, Messi stepped up and fired beyond goalkeeper Maarten Paes.

The World Cup winner took his tally to seven for the MLS side, having left Paris Saint-Germain following the expiry of his contract last month.

Messi scored a late free-kick against Cruz Azul on his debut, before netting two goals and contributing an assist against Atlanta United.

The seven-time Ballon d'Or then added another brace in his third match against Orlando City, before his stunning display against FC Dallas, which saw him net twice.

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Tata Martino's Inter Miami face Charlotte in the next round of the Leagues Cup competition on Friday night.

And it's fair to say, you certainly wouldn't bet against Messi producing another masterclass in that one.

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