Lionel Messi spoke in English to christen a boat during the presentation of the new Inter Miami shirt

While the InterMiami continues with the preparation for the start of the official competition and after the first two pre-season friendlies (goalless draw against El Salvador and 1-0 defeat against FC Dallas), the team that now has among its ranks Luis Suarez presented the new reserve shirt that he will use in the season that is about to begin. But, as always, all the flashes were useful Lionel Messithe great attraction of a particular event that left a fact in history: the Flea spoke in English in public.

The Argentine star, along with the rest of his teammates, was on board the cruise “Icon of the seas”of the renowned company Royal Caribeen, which will be the main sponsor of the American club in 2024. There Leo left that unforgettable moment: He spoke in English in front of the cameras, something he often refuses to do.

“First of all I would like to thank the entire Royal Caribeen group for granting me this privilege,” he began, grabbing the microphone, dressed in a pink jacket from his current club.“It is a great honor for me. I know what this ship means to the city of Miami and the entire world, so, without further ado, I call this ship ‘Icon of the Seas’. God bless all who sail on her.” “hill.

Then, after the applause of those present, he placed the official MLS ball on the lectern from which he spoke, which activated an automatic system that caused a bottle of champagne to be slammed against the boat, a launching ceremony that usually takes place with these baptisms.