Lionel Messi’s eldest son, Thiago, has made his debut in the world of football, following in his father’s footsteps. The 10-year-old player participated in the Newell’s Cup in Rosario, where his team, Inter Miami U-13, faced Newell’s Old Boys in the opening match. Unfortunately, Thiago’s team suffered a 0-1 defeat in their debut game. The match was part of the U-13 competition, and Lionel Messi’s journey into football began in Rosario, his hometown.
In the stands watching Thiago play were his mother, Antonela Roccuzzo, along with several family members, including his grandparents Jorge Messi and Celia Cuccittini. Despite the emotional occasion, Lionel Messi, who is currently playing for Inter Miami, did not attend the match. Thiago, who was substituted in the second half, played alongside his close friend Benjamín Suárez, the son of Uruguayan striker Luis Suárez. Luis Suárez, Lionel Messi’s former teammate at Barcelona and now his teammate at Inter Miami, shares a special bond with Lionel Messi, and his son’s involvement in the tournament further strengthens the connection between the two footballing families.
Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez are both in Rosario after Inter Miami’s early elimination from the MLS playoffs. On Sunday, they watched an U-13 friendly match between Inter Miami and Unión at the same sports complex. Luis Suárez, who recently extended his contract with Inter Miami for another year, expressed his excitement about continuing his journey with the club. “I’m very happy, very excited to continue for another year and to be able to enjoy being here with this fanbase, which for us is like family. We feel very, very connected with them, and hopefully, next year, we can bring them even more joy,” Luis Suárez shared.
Additionally, Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez are set to reunite with former Barcelona teammate Javier Mascherano, who has been appointed the new head coach of Inter Miami. “To be able to lead a club like Inter Miami is an honor for me, and a privilege I will strive to make the most of. I’m looking forward to working with the people at Inter Miami to help the club reach new heights, and to give the fans more unforgettable moments,” Mascherano said. Inter Miami’s managing owner, Jorge Mas, praised Mascherano’s vast experience, noting, “Javier has amassed unmatched experience in his career, from playing on the world’s biggest stages to coaching at the youth international level. He has the blend of skills and experience we were looking for.
