BMO Stadium witnessed a star-studded audience that included none other than Spiderman himself, Tobey Maguire, who had come to witness the magic of Lionel Messi on the field.
Messi, donning the Inter Miami jersey, orchestrated a captivating performance, contributing two crucial assists against the reigning MLS Cup champions, Los Angeles FC, ultimately leading his team to a resounding 3-1 victory.
The prominence of this event was further highlighted by the fact that LAFC, based in Los Angeles, a city synonymous with Hollywood, drew an array of celebrities to the stands. A document inadvertently leaked from the LAFC’s communication team disclosed the roster of notable attendees.
Famous celebrities who are attending Messi’s game against LAFC 😳
Lebron James, Leonardo DiCaprio, James Harden, Tom Holland, Selena Gomez, Magic Johnson, Nas and many more 👥 pic.twitter.com/ydx9934k4Z
— All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) September 4, 2023
Among the names that stood out, Tobey Maguire captured the attention of many fans. Maguire is a renowned actor who famously portrayed Spider-Man in the original trilogy that made its debut in 2002. Fans were quick to make the connection between Maguire and Messi.
Messi made headlines when he unveiled a Spiderman-inspired celebration when he scored against Charlotte in the Leagues Cup quarterfinals.
Messi does the spiderman celebration this time 😭❤️ pic.twitter.com/CL9LwCVAvb
— Sam 💎 (@FcbxSam) August 12, 2023
Maguire must have been eager to witness this celebration live, right before his eyes, but on this occasion, Messi didn’t find the back of the net but still dazzled the pitch with an impressive performance.
The match unfolded with Messi continuing to shine brightly, tallying two assists, and the result once again swayed in favor of Inter Miami. The entirety of Messi’s MLS journey with Inter Miami seems like a triumphant victory lap for the Argentine, coming on the heels of his crowning achievement at the FIFA World Cup in 2022.
The latest Spiderman, Tom Holland, was also among the attendees to watch Lionel Messi
In this star-studded event, there was a remarkable coincidence that didn’t go unnoticed. Both the first and most recent actors to portray Spiderman on the silver screen, Tobey Maguire and Tom Holland, graced the venue with their presence, adding to the glitz and glamour of the occasion.
Tom Holland, a British actor renowned for his roles, particularly as the latest Spiderman in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is not only a versatile thespian but also an ardent soccer aficionado. He has never hesitated to display his passion for the sport, whether it’s his allegiance to Tottenham Hotspur or FC Barcelona.
Tobey Maguire, Tom Holland and Messi today during the game against #LAFC
It will be a great night in LA today, follow @Intermiamifchub and don’t miss an update on the game!!🤌🏻 pic.twitter.com/Ep9IK1p4Q8— Inter Miami FC Hub (@Intermiamifchub) September 4, 2023
Therefore, it comes as no surprise that Holland eagerly sought to witness the unparalleled skills of Lionel Messi, widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players in history.
The constellation of stars didn’t end with the Spider-Man actors. The event boasted a roster of A-list attendees, including Hollywood heavyweight Leonardo DiCaprio, Gerard Butler, and Will Ferrell, who is also the co-owner of LAFC.
As the evening unfolded, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami secured a memorable victory, setting the stage for their upcoming fixture. Their next challenge awaits on September 10, when they return to Miami to host Sporting Kansas City. In a bid to ascend the ranks of the Eastern Conference in the MLS, Inter Miami, currently positioned in 14th place with 25 points, finds itself eight points adrift from the coveted playoff positions.