Fans Aim Sly Dig at Cristiano Ronaldo After Lionel Messi’s Back to Back Hattricks

 

Cristiano Ronaldo found himself unexpectedly caught in the crossfire of social media banter after Lionel Messi delivered a masterclass performance to lead Inter Miami to a thrilling comeback victory. Messi inspired his team to overturn a two-goal deficit, coming off the bench in the second half to score a stunning hat-trick and assist another goal, propelling the Herons to a record-breaking win. Fans mocked Cristiano Ronaldo following Lionel Messi's proficiency in front of goal for Inter Miami. 

 Messi spurs Inter Miami to historic feat With Messi's last three goals sealing the 6-2 victory, he not only etched his name deeper into MLS history but also became Inter Miami’s all-time top scorer with 33 goals, surpassing Leo Campana, ESPN reports. CBS Sports adds that the win was even more significant as Miami set a new MLS points record for a single season with 74, breaking the previous record of 73 set by the New England Revolution in 2021—fittingly achieved by defeating them. Messi's remarkable feat Messi's impact extended beyond goalscoring. His 16 assists make him the league’s top provider, showcasing his all-around contribution. 

The Argentine’s first goal came in classic Messi fashion, a vintage left-footed strike in the 78th minute. He quickly added a second just three minutes later and completed his hat-trick by finishing off a dazzling team move in stoppage time.  Fans aim dig at Ronaldo while celebrating Messi As fans flooded social media to celebrate Messi’s brilliance, many couldn't resist taking jabs at his long-time rival, Ronaldo. Some fans emphasised the contrast between Messi’s style and Ronaldo’s reliance on penalties: @tculer4 quipped, "The other guy still needs penalties to brag😭." 

@Yemi_Mighty10 taunted, "Two hat-tricks in the last four days; I dare Ronaldo to try it." @FCB_Rel chimed in, "Certain player in a washed league still needs penalties to win games while we're here changing a team's history in a year 🐐." @Ricky_Roller_1 mocked, "Hat-trick with zero penalties... all bangers." @Greatfootball9 concluded, "It surprises Ronaldo how GOD showed us Messi🙌🙌." 

by  Celine Nyambura