Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi became the first football player to top the list of famous athletes in the United States.

According to SSRS, a sports research polling company, Lionel Messi has become the first soccer player to be named the most popular athlete in America. This is the first time in 30 years that they have polled data about a football star topping the rankings. In just one quarter, the Argentine became America’s most popular player.

Superstars like Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning, Kobe Bryant, Steph Curry, LeBron James and Tom Brady are other individuals who have only achieved the No. 1 ranking in a single quarter. In the fourth quarter of 2023, after a great first season in MLS and his first Leagues Cup championship, the Argentine legend also joined the ranks of the above stars.

Messi becomes the first most popular soccer player in America (Source: Internet)

Besides, Inter Miami also emerged as America’s most popular MLS club. On the same polling website, Miami defeated LA Galaxy – the previous club of co-owner David Beckham to rise to the top. leading position.

Yesterday (February 22), Messi and his teammates had their opening match of MLS with Inter Miami. After a series of unfavorable friendly matches, the pink and black team excellently won 3 points by winning with a score of 2. -0 against opponent Real Salt Lake. Although he did not score, Messi had an excellent assist in this match.

LA Galaxy will be the next stop of Inter Miami in round 2, MLS 2024 . The trip to Los Angeles is not expected to be easy for Beckham’s team. However, with a strong staff, Messi and his teammates can be completely confident in a good result. Inter Miami’s goal this year is to win the championship, so 3 points will be what Tata Martino and his team are aiming for.