![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/young-lionel-messi-fan-cannot-hide-delight-at-meeting-hero-at-inter-miami-final/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/0_FANMES5.jpg&description=The young boy could not hide his enthusiasm as he greeted the arrival of hero Lionel Messi in the tunnel prior to Inter Miami's US Open Cup final clash against MLS rivals Houston Dynamo Lionel Messi showed his paternal side as he made time for a group of young fans who could hardly contain their excitement at meeting their idol prior to the US Open Cup final. The Argentine icon was ruled out for the showpiece against Houston Dynamo but was present to watch his team fall in an agonising 2-1 defeat at DRV PNK Stadium. While the night ended in disappointment for the Herons, a huddle of lucky young fans left the grounds with a memory that will last a lifetime. As the youngsters waited patiently in the tunnel before the crunch final, they were treated to a brief interaction with the world-famous forward as he walked by. The excited bunch looked on in awe at Jordi Alba as he strolled in front of his teammate before they swarmed towards Messi. As the Inter Miami captain slowly made his way through the tunnel, however, one slightly more eager devotee put his arms out towards his hero. Messi, who looked genuinely amused by the encounter with the awestruck children, then made the boy's day as he greeted him. Watch the Greatest Rivalry in Golf as Europe and the USA once again go head to head in a weekend of unmissable Ryder Cup action. You can watch every drive and putt live exclusively on Sky Sports for just £15 extra a month. £15 a month After this, the youngster looked suitably delighted, punching the air in jubilation, while jumping up and down on the spot. The heartwarming moment was caught on camera as part of CBS Sports' coverage of the match, with host Kate Abdo describing the scene. The presenter appeared to be thrilled for the boy and the other children who had experienced a rare brush with some sporting royalty. Laughing, she remarked: "Look at the kids reacting to him! Did you see that little man jumping in the air with excitement as he got to say 'What's up' to Le){kind=link}
The young boy could not hide his enthusiasm as he greeted the arrival of hero Lionel Messi in the tunnel prior to Inter Miami’s US Open Cup final clash against MLS rivals Houston Dynamo
Lionel Messi showed his paternal side as he made time for a group of young fans who could hardly contain their excitement at meeting their idol prior to the US Open Cup final.
The Argentine icon was ruled out for the showpiece against Houston Dynamo but was present to watch his team fall in an agonising 2-1 defeat at DRV PNK Stadium. While the night ended in disappointment for the Herons, a huddle of lucky young fans left the grounds with a memory that will last a lifetime.
As the youngsters waited patiently in the tunnel before the crunch final, they were treated to a brief interaction with the world-famous forward as he walked by. The excited bunch looked on in awe at Jordi Alba as he strolled in front of his teammate before they swarmed towards Messi.
As the Inter Miami captain slowly made his way through the tunnel, however, one slightly more eager devotee put his arms out towards his hero. Messi, who looked genuinely amused by the encounter with the awestruck children, then made the boy’s day as he greeted him.