Overview

• Inter Miami secured a spot in the Leagues Cup quarterfinals with a 3-1 victory over Pumas de México on August 7
• Lionel Messi sat out the match due to a minor right-leg muscle injury and watched from the stands
• After the final whistle, Ciro Messi entered the field and showcased acceleration, coordination and decision-making that mirrored his father’s style
• Video of Ciro’s nutmeg, dribbling runs and goal spread rapidly on social media, drawing widespread comparisons to Lionel Messi
• Ciro’s older brothers, Mateo and Thiago, also train at the Inter Miami Academy, highlighting the club’s focus on youth development and the Messi legacy