‘I guess I’ll come back’ – As Lionel Messi nears free-kick record, David Beckham, 48, teases his retirement U-turn

Lionel Messi became the hottest topic in the soccer community after moving to MLS. Additionally, the World Cup champion accepted David Beckham and Inter Miami’s deal to become the highest-paid athlete in the United States. Not to mention, the Argentine legend had a splendid debut with Inter Miami and ended the Herons’ seven-game losing streak.

He scored a last-second winner from a curling free kick and left the entire stadium perplexed. Additionally, several top American celebrities and athletes witnessed Leo’s splendid debut goal for Inter Miami. David Beckhamwho was most excited about Messi’s arrival, was left speechless after witnessing the greatness of the Argentine legend.

Amazed by Messi’s free kick goal, Beckham took on the challenge of recreating the incredible goal. Through the clip, the Manchester United legend also humorously hinted at his return to football.

After witnessing Messi’s free-kick goal, David Beckham hints at his return

Messi did not disappoint his fans, who had high hopes for the seven-time Ballon d’Or. Additionally, top American athletes such as LeBron James And Serena Williams were also stunned by the Argentine legend’s last-second winner. On top of that, David Beckham was almost in tears when Messi finally ended Inter Miami’s losing streak.

Beckham firmly believes that Messi’s move to MLS will improve the Herons’ performance, both sportingly and financially. Moreover, he even mentioned the Argentinian as a gift for North American football. Today, with a splendid start for Inter Miami, several doubts about Messi’s future performance and fitness have been dispelled.

Within seconds, the clip of Messi’s winning goal quickly took over the internet and the 36-year-old’s skills amazed fans. Stunned by the clip, Beckham also attempted to recreate Messi’s iconic goal for Inter Miami. Additionally, the Manchester United legend stunned fans with his free kick attempt and commented: “I guess I’ll be back.“

His humorous response and splendid free kick attempt received a lot of positive feedback from fans. Beckham is arguably one of the most prolific European free-kick takers in football history. Notably, his most famous free-kick goal came for England against Greece in 2001. Beckham helped the Three Lions qualify for the World Cup by scoring an unstoppable last-second free-kick from around 30 yards .

The Manchester United legend did not disappoint his fans and easily found the net in the clip. Additionally, several fans couldn’t believe Beckham’s incredible attempt at 48 years old.

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