Is Messi making money off his Marvel-themed goal celebrations for Inter Miami?
- Lionel Messi performed a Black Panther-inspired party on Wednesday night
- He previously referenced another Marvel superhero, Thor, in last week’s 4-0 win
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Football fans on social media have speculated that Lionel Messi could be paid for his superhero-themed celebrations.
The Argentine superstar scored five goals in just three appearances for David Beckham’s Inter Miami with his last coming Wednesday night in a Leagues Cup win over Orlando City.
The 36-year-old picked up a brace in the 3-1 win and celebrated by breaking out the Wakanda Forever move.
He crossed his arms over his chest, which is inspired by the Marvel movie Black Panther.
It was the World Cup winner’s second Marvel superhero party since arriving in South Beach.
Fans have speculated that Lionel Messi could be paid for his Marvel-themed celebrations
Messi made headlines last week with his celebration after winning a brace against Atlanta in a comfortable 4-0 win.
Fans initially speculated that his bowl-shaped hand-like gesture was a “hold my beer” reference aimed at franchise chief David Beckham, but it appears that wasn’t the case as his wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, shared the real meaning behind the move.
Roccuzzo shared an image of the celebration on her Instagram story with her 36.2 million followers, accompanied by a Thor venom, suggesting that Messi was actually referring to the Marvel character.
The two references to characters from the Disney comics giant have led football fans to speculate that there is a motive behind Messi’s actions.
Some supporters are speculating that Messi’s celebrations may be related to the collaboration between MLS and Marvel and adidas.
The American league entered into a partnership with Marvel in June.
Messi’s wife Antonela Roccuzzo revealed the true meaning of her husband’s party
Fans speculated that the celebrations could be related to the collaboration between MLS and Marvel and adidas
Adidas debuted a Marvel-themed football at the MLS All-Stars game last month
During last month’s MLS All-Stars game against Arsenal, a Marvel-themed football was introduced and is currently on sale for $170.
The sportswear brand also released an Avengers-inspired warm-up jacket and pants for the All-Stars game featuring the apparel for sale in the MLS store as part of the League and Continental Tire’s efforts to raise awareness and money. to raise during Kick Childhood Cancer Awareness month in September.
In addition, Messi is believed to have been awarded a $60 million a year contract by Inter Miami, including new deals with adidas and Apple.
Adidas would also give Messi a share of merchandise sales, while Inter Miami is willing to give him an ownership stake if the 36-year-old eventually retires, according to multiple reports.