“This is unbelievable!’ – Fans rally behind Lionel Messi to claim his NINTH Ballon.
Fans are rallying behind Lionel Messi to secure his ninth Ballon d’Or after his impressive performance against the NY Red Bulls in his latest MLS game for Inter Miami.
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*Lionel Messi Inter Miami*
*By Jack McRae*
*May 5, 2024, 18:14+01:00*
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**‘Truly Unreal!’ – Fans Back Lionel Messi for His Ninth Ballon d’Or, Declaring Inter Miami Star as ‘Easily the World’s Best’ After Sensational MLS Performance Against NY Red Bulls**
**L. Messi | Inter Miami CF | Major League Soccer | New York Red Bulls | Fan Reactions**
*Match: Inter Miami CF vs New York Red Bulls*
Lionel Messi’s fans have thrown their support behind him to secure his ninth Ballon d’Or following a dominant performance against the NY Red Bulls for Inter Miami in the MLS.
### Messi Shines Against NY Red Bulls
Supporters believe the Argentine is well on track for the 2024 Ballon d’Or after his recent MLS display. He’s also eyeing a Copa America title defense this summer.
**WHAT HAPPENED?**
The Argentine icon led Inter Miami’s charge in their 6-2 victory, delivering five assists and scoring a goal, proving he remains one of the world’s elite players. Despite playing just eight games this season, Messi has already tallied 10 goals and 12 assists for the Herons. After the match, fans took to X, predicting Messi’s path toward a record-breaking ninth Ballon d’Or.
### FAN REACTIONS
Following his impressive showing, Messi received widespread praise.
– **@TheEuropeanLad** tweeted: “I’m sorry, but Lionel Messi is still the best player in the world. What we’re seeing is beyond normal. It’s time to spread the word: the 9th Ballon d’Or charge has officially begun.”
@IjeomahProsper a Barcelona fan, added: “Nothing can stop Messi from winning the Ballon d’Or right now. His 5 assists and goal were remarkable—he’s one of a kind.”
@UTDTrey pointed out that a Copa America win could secure Messi his ninth Ballon d’Or: “People don’t realize Messi is just one Copa America away from another Ballon d’Or.”
-@JosipFCB93 agreed, suggesting a standout Copa America could clinch it for Messi: “Messi just needs another stellar Copa America run for Ballon d’Or number 9.”
– Max Steph, another Barcelona supporter, tweeted: “Get the Ballon d’Or ready, folks. We’re going for the 9th, then the 10th next year. Messi is still the world’s greatest player 🐐🔥”
-Jake Buckley (@TheMasterBucks) expressed amazement at Messi’s stats, breaking down the Miami star’s stellar season start.
