In a friendly match held in Saudi Arabia, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami endured a significant 6-0 defeat against Al-Nassr.
The highly anticipated showdown between Messi and his old rival Cristiano Ronaldo was sidelined, with Ronaldo unable to play for Al-Nassr due to injury.
Messi, entering the game when Al-Nassr had already secured a commanding 6-0 lead, had limited impact during his seven-minute appearance. Aymeric Laporte, the former Manchester City defender, notably scored the highlight of the game with a free-kick from his own half.
Brazilian player Talisca achieved a hat-trick for the Saudi Pro League team, securing a commanding 3-0 lead within the initial 12 minutes of the match.
Otavio initiated the scoring, followed by Talisca’s first goal. Laporte added to the scoresheet by capitalizing on Miami goalkeeper Drake Calender’s positioning.
Talisca then secured his second goal from the penalty spot, extending the lead to 4-0. Mohammed Maran contributed with a header, marking Al-Nassr’s fifth goal, before Talisca concluded the scoring.