Lionel Messi scored a stunning 54th-minute free-kick to seal Inter Miami’s 2-1 comeback win over FC Porto in the Club World Cup. The Argentine’s moment of brilliance came after Telasco Segovia cancelled out Porto’s early lead, putting Miami level in Group A with Palmeiras.
- Messi scores 9th goal in 12 games for Miami
- Mascherano’s halftime tweaks sparked second-half dominance
- Miami now faces Palmeiras in a group-stage decider
At 37, Messi isn’t just playing football; he’s redefining it. That curling free-kick was more than technique; it was defiance. Age may slow legs, but it sharpens vision. In a game of young guns, it was the old maestro who whispered, “Watch this.” As Nigerians say, Old firewood burns brightest when the night is coldest.
Messi’s magic moment wasn’t just about winning a game; it reignited the debate: Is age still a disadvantage in modern football?
