Lionel Messi’s impact on Inter Miami according to Kily González
Inter Miami’s technical director, Cristian “Kily” González, has highlighted the decisive role that Lionel Messi plays in the club’s structure. For the strategist, the Argentine star’s voice is not just a reference on the field, but a fundamental piece due to his vast experience, his unparalleled talent, and his innate leadership capacity within the institution.
After a training session for The Herons, González emphasized that the captain’s influence has been the main engine behind the successes achieved by the club since his incorporation into Major League Soccer (MLS).
The opinions of this type of player, in this case Leo’s, are fundamental for the club. I think that was proven. Since he arrived, many things have been achieved. You always have to listen to him.
Cristian “Kily” González
A renewed historical connection
The relationship between both professionals has deep roots that go back to Messi’s beginnings in the Argentine national team, when they shared a locker room two decades ago. Destiny has brought them together again in American soccer, where Messi’s support was a key factor for González to take over as head coach of Inter Miami, consolidating a sports project where the captain is the central axis.
Farewell to the Albiceleste
The coach also spoke about Messi’s upcoming farewell to the Argentine national team. The historic player will play his last official match on October 6 against Benin in Buenos Aires, an event that marks the end of a golden era for his country’s soccer.
- The farewell match will be on October 6th against Benin.
- Messi announced his international retirement after the 2026 World Cup final and a difficult personal period.
- At 39 years old, the world champion maintains his relevance and leadership at Inter Miami.
“It is going to be very hard not to see him again in his national team jersey,” confessed González, who highlighted that, beyond the nostalgia, the most important thing is that the player can enjoy this new stage of his career with the peace of mind of having given everything for his nation’s colors.
