Inter Miami fell into the trap of defeat against Monterrey in the match between the two teams in the early hours of this Sunday, but attention turned to Argentine Rodrigo De Paul.
Monterrey defeated Inter Miami 2-1 in the match between the pair in the Leagues Cup, held at Miami stadium.
Rodrigo De Paul steals the spotlight
Argentine Rodrigo De Paul, Inter Miami player, expressed sympathy for his compatriot Lionel Messi, whose father Jorge passed away last Saturday.
Rodrigo De Paul opened the scoring in the match, giving Inter Miami the lead in the 32nd minute against Monterrey.
Rodrigo De Paul quickly removed his shirt to reveal Lionel Messi’s number underneath, showing support during the difficult time the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is facing.
Jorge Messi passed away at the age of 68 after a long illness that placed Messi’s father under medical observation in a hospital in the Argentine city of Rosario.
