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Selena Gomez, Leo DiCaprio, Prince Harry at BMO Stadium as LA glitz and glamour flock to see Messi

Inter Miami were the visitors at the BMO Stadium for Sunday’s MLS game against LAFC with everyone keen to see Messi in action.

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Sep 3, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) before playing against Los Angeles FC at BMO Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
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Messi-mania shows no signs of abating in the US where the Argentine continues to fill stadiums and create hysteria nation-wide with his Inter Miami side.

On Sunday night the South Florida side were the visitors at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles as they faced LAFC. It was a game no-one wanted to miss with the club issuing a VIP guest list that included royalty in the shape of Prince Harry, big Hollywood stars such as Owen Wilson, Tom Holland and Leo DiCaprio were present too to see Messi in action. The music industry was represented with the attendance of Liam Gallagher, Selena Gomez and rapper Nas. Local sports stars also turned out to see the Argentine in action with LeBron James, James Harden and Magic Johnson all present.

Inter Miami dominated the game as they recorded a 1-3 win at the home of the current MLS Cup holders LAFC. Despite not getting on the scoresheet, Lionel Messi played an influential role in the win for the Herons who are now unbeaten in eleven games.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10)
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Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi (10) Gary A. VasquezUSA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con