Popular streamer IShowSpeed persisted in his theatrical criticism of Lionel Messi following the superstar’s substitution during the last moments of Inter Miami’s 6-0 loss against Al-Nassr.
Billed as the ‘Last Dance,’ the Saudi Arabia-hosted friendly promised a tantalizing return to the duals between the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner and his former opponent Cristiano Ronado.
IShowSpeed met with Inter Miami players ahead of their clash against Al-Nassr on Thursday night
Messi played just seven minutes on the field when the Portuguese striker was forced to leave the game due to a muscle ailment.
Nevertheless, Speed was present to deliver his customary mix of vigor and charisma, first by extending a warm welcome to the Miami players prior to the match.
As the 19-year-old advanced through the ranks of the North American team, players like Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets welcomed him with open arms.
Lionel Messi was a late substitute in the clаsh as his side were thumped 6-0 in Saudi Arabia
However, in his self-introduction, the Ohioan dubbed the former Barcelona player Sergio Biscuits. The YouTuber’s jab seemed to have little effect on the master of midfield.
When Messi entered the game in the 83rd minute of the match at the Kingdom Arena, Speed saved much of his strength for him.
The adolescent got up from his seat with pride, booed the World Cup winner, and screamed his catchphrase, “Ronaldo better,” at an Al-Nassr player for shaking hands with him.
Messi had little reason to worry about hecklers on Thursday night as his team lost badly, 6-0, to the Saudi Pro League team.
The MLS team was destroyed by goals from Otavio, Mohammed Maran, Talisca (hat-trick), and an incredible Aymeric Laporte goal from within his own half.
The league leaders Al-Hilal will host Al-Nassr in their league opening the following week. Meanwhile, Messi and company have three more friendly before playing Real Salt Lake in their MLS debut at the end of the month.