Lionel Messi watched Inter Miami lose from the stands, but his reaction got fans talking.
He cut an animated figure as Martinez missed a chance, getting into the game and showing his passion for the club.during the summer and is clearly invested in the team's project.Inter Miami manager Gerardo Martino said the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner returning to full fitness was the club's top priority.
"It was not prudent for him to play," he said after the result."We couldn't even consider playing him for a few minutes because we would be taking risks."Inter Miami return to action on Sunday when they host New York City, with their season ending on October 21.
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