Tension Between Messi and Inter Miami Fans Despite Victory

The match between Inter Miami and Portland Timbers was marked by tense atmospheres despite the team's victory, as anger escalated among fans and some of the team's stars, most notably Lionel Messi, due to what the fans perceived as repeated neglect towards them following recent matches.

Inter Miami succeeded in achieving its first victory at its new stadium after defeating Portland Timbers 2-0, thanks to goals from Lionel Messi and German Germaine Berterame. However, the celebratory atmosphere of the win was overshadowed by protests from the fans.

The main fan group "La Familia" decided to carry out a cheering strike during the match in protest against the actions of some players, accusing them of not showing enough appreciation for the fans who continue to support the team in various circumstances.

One of the group's leaders confirmed that the fans are making a great effort behind the team, noting that the only player who consistently made it a point to greet the fans after the matches was Noah Allen.

In the 85th minute, the crowd broke the silence in the stands, chanting directly at the players, demanding they show respect and appreciation for the fans, repeating: "Players, salute your fans, acknowledge those who support you."

The television footage showed Lionel Messi's annoyance with the chants, as he made some hand gestures towards the northern stand where the main group of fans is located.

After the final whistle, a number of young players and newcomers went to greet the fans, while the trio of Lionel Messi, Rodrigo De Paul, and Luis Suarez ignored the northern stand and only greeted the rest of the attendees before heading to the locker rooms, which was met with boos from some of the fans.

For his part, Berterami commented on the crisis saying: "The fans are right because they deserve appreciation from us. The most important thing is that we remain united."