Lionel Messi blasts referees following Campeones Cup victory
The Argentine superstar publicly voiced his frustration with the officiating crew after the final match against Cruz Azul.
During the Campeones Cup match, where Inter Miami secured a title by defeating Cruz Azul, Lionel Messi found himself in the spotlight for reasons beyond his performance. Despite the win, the Argentine star openly expressed his frustration with the officiating crew led by Keylor Herrera.
Throughout the game, Messi repeatedly appealed to the officials regarding several fouls he felt went unpunished. The frustration peaked as he headed toward the locker room, where cameras caught the captain expressing his anger toward the referees.
"It's a disgrace, you are horrible, you are horrible!" said Lionel Messi.
The incident quickly went viral due to the intensity of his gestures and comments. Beyond the controversy, Messi reached a historic milestone: his goal against Cruz Azul marked his 100th goal for the American club, a feat achieved in 115 matches. He also provided an assist for Casemiro, helping secure the team's triumph.