Messi and Inter Miami visit the White House after MLS Cup win

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami visited the White House on Thursday after an invitation from President Donald Trump, with MLS commissioner Don Garber also present as the Cup champions celebrated their 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps in the final. The visit followed a longstanding tradition of the president meeting championship-winning teams.

Columbus Crew were the last MLS side to do so after their 2023 MLS Cup win, while the LA Galaxy did not attend following their 2024 Cup victory. Trump said, "We're honoring truly talented people," and added, "Welcome to the White House, Lionel Messi." Trump also praised Messi's accomplishments, saying, "Welcome, Lionel Messi, to the White House...

United States, Washington, D.C.

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