Lionel Messi was the star of the show on Wednesday as **Inter Miami CF** swept aside **Atlanta United FC** 4-0. The Argentine celebrated his second goal in fitting style, mimicking the role he’s taken on at his new club: that of a superhero. In just two games he has turned Inter Miami’s fortunes around, with the team now through to the Leagues Cup 2023 playoffs.
Leo made his first start for the club at DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, in what was the second group stage match-up. After scoring his second goal, the Rosario native went for a rather peculiar celebration, dedicated to one of his children - but what was he referring to with it?
Those at the stadium, TV viewers, and social media users began to speculate on which character the unusual celebration could have been copying. There were various theories coming in from around the world - Thor? Iron Man? Darth Vader? Goku?
But it was his wife, Antonela Rocuzzo, who gave the answer this Thursday on her Instagram account. She uploaded a picture of Messi’s celebration, along with a sticker of popular Avengers character Thor’s hammer. Specifically, the Argentine stretched out his arm and opened his hand, imitating the superhero’s pose when waiting for his lethal weapon.
In just two games for Inter Miami CF, Messi has already managed three goals and one assist. His team are already through to the next round of Leagues Cup 2023, having won all their games. The question is, how much more will we see of Thor in the playoffs?
