Messi displayed an unusual behavior after Inter Miami's heavy defeat

The heavy defeat of Inter Miami by Los Angeles FC in the MLS 2026 season opener left fans disheartened and created a buzz online

Lionel Messi reportedly needed Luis Suarez's intervention to avoid a tense confrontation with the refereeing team.

The match held at LA Memorial Coliseum witnessed a forgettable performance from Inter Miami. The pink-clad team suffered a 0-3 loss to Los Angeles FC with goals from David Martinez, Denis Bouanga, and Nathan Ordaz. Moreover, the brilliance of Son Heung Min on the home side made Florida’s representative look even weaker.

However, what attracted more public attention happened after the final whistle. A video quickly spread on social media showing Messi expressing his frustration as he approached the referees' area. According to multiple backstage sources, the Argentine superstar was unhappy with the match officials' decisions. As tensions seemed to rise, Suarez appeared in time to hold back his close teammate to prevent any unnecessary consequences.

This image immediately became a hot topic of discussion. Many viewed it as proof of Messi’s fiery spirit and strong desire to win, even in the twilight of his career. Others questioned the Inter Miami captain’s emotional control, especially when the team needs stability more than ever.

After the game, Inter Miami’s head coach Javier Mascherano admitted the team still has a lot to improve. He emphasized that the whole squad must enhance both tactics and focus to compete for titles this season. This statement shows the coaching staff’s clear awareness of existing issues, especially as MLS 2026 has just begun.

The 0-3 defeat was not only a shocking scorelinebut also a wake-up call for Inter Miami. While Messi and Suarez bring enormous commercial value, on the pitch the team must prove their true capability against youthful, well-organized opponents like Los Angeles FC.

In the next round, Inter Miami will face Orlando City. This is seen as an opportunity for Messi and his teammates to regain fans’ confidence. Everyone is waiting to see if the Argentine star can turn pressure into motivation or if the recent tense scenes will continue to overshadow Florida’s MLS 2026 journey.