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President Donald Trump said his son Barron Trump informed him that soccer superstar Lionel Messi would attend the White House on Thursday. The event celebrated Inter Miami FC’s 2025 MLS Cup win.
Trump recounted the conversation at the ceremony. “My son said dad you know who’s going to be there today,” he stated. “He said Messi. He is a big fan of yours.”
Team Owner and Messi Present Gifts
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami owner Jorge Mas Santos exchanged gifts with President Donald Trump. They gave the president a custom Inter Miami FC jersey with the number 47. They also presented a pink soccer ball.
President Issues Special Welcome
President Donald Trump welcomed the Argentine legend in historic fashion. “It is my distinct privilege to say what no American president has ever had the chance to say before,” Trump said. “Welcome to the White House, Lionel Messi.”
