Inter Miami coach Cristian González does not rule out the possibility of legendary striker Lionel Messi featuring in the Copa Libertadores, the annual continental club competition organised by the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL), saying the possibility has been explored for several years.
González said it would be amazing to see Messi compete in the tournament before the Argentine striker retires from club football, with the continental title still missing from his illustrious trophy cabinet.
The coach also spoke about Messi’s influence on the team, highlighting the Argentine’s high standards and his insistence on continuous improvement from everyone at the club. “He pushes us to give our all. He even gets angry when a play does not come off right. He demands so much of us that none of us can afford to slack off. It constantly challenges us to improve, as a club, as a staff, as a coaching team and as colleagues,” the Inter Miami coach added.
The coach was speaking to the media after Inter Miami registered a 4-0 win over DC United at home, ending a run of four matches without a victory. The result leaves Miami 14 points behind table-toppers Nashville SC, who have 63 points.
