Lionel Messi is certainly the largest star in Main League Soccer. His presence on the sphere attracts the eye of thousands and thousands of followers worldwide every week, turning Inter Miami into one of many league’s hottest groups. Nevertheless, one former MLS participant had harsh phrases for the Argentine ahead.
In a current interview with FootTruck, former D.C. United and Atlanta United midfielder Mateusz Klich was requested about his expertise in the USA — particularly, which MLS groups he would suggest enjoying for. “New York, I might positively suggest New York,” he started. “Crimson Bull has a greater stadium now, however Metropolis are additionally constructing a cracking stadium.”
The Polish participant then surprisingly took a shot at Leo. “I don’t suggest Miami so long as Messi is there. It’s a catastrophe, a horrible membership,” Klich mentioned. “Messi’s dad mainly runs the membership. Everybody speaks Spanish, and nothing might be achieved with out their consent.”
The 35-year-old midfielder went on to explain how these circumstances have had a adverse influence on the Herons. “Organizationally, it’s unhealthy. Individuals are leaving, coaches and physiotherapists are leaving,” Mateusz revealed. He added one other challenge with the membership: “I imply, it’s in an important location, it’s lovely, however the membership itself can also be 45–50 minutes from Miami.”
Mateusz Klich enjoying for Atlanta United in 2025.
Messi’s influence at Inter Miami
Regardless of Mateusz Klich’s harsh phrases, it’s laborious to disclaim the optimistic influence Messi has had on Inter Miami. When the Argentine ahead joined the membership in the summertime of 2023, they have been in final place within the Japanese Convention standings — and only a few individuals have been even conscious of the membership’s existence.
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That modified immediately with Leo on the pitch. On the sporting aspect, he led the Herons to a Leagues Cup title — the primary of their historical past — only one month after debuting. That was {followed} by the 2024 Supporters’ Protect, together with historic {qualifications} for each the Concacaf Champions Cup and the FIFA Membership World Cup 2025.
Off the sphere, the influence has additionally been important. Inter Miami at the moment are the most-followed MLS membership on social media, effectively forward of second-place LA Galaxy. The Herons boast 1.3 million followers on X and 17.8 million on Instagram. This visibility has additionally translated into elevated income, permitting the membership to herald stars like Luis Suarez, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, and Rodrigo De Paul.
The most effective MLS membership, in keeping with Klich
Klich is within the remaining stretch of his skilled profession. After enjoying for a number of years in nations like Germany, the Netherlands, and England — the place he reached the Premier League with Leeds United — he joined MLS in 2023. He performed two seasons with D.C. United (70 matches, 7 targets) and 6 months with Atlanta United (16 matches) earlier than deciding to return to Krakow to complete his profession there.
Primarily based on that intensive expertise, Klich shared his ideas on a number of MLS golf equipment. “There are golf equipment like Columbus Crew and Cincinnati, which have nice stadiums and an important base, however the place to dwell may be very boring,” he mentioned in the identical interview. “Portland and Seattle have ambiance, nevertheless it’s the tip of the world.”
Lastly, after dismissing a number of golf equipment as a consequence of location, infrastructure, or organizational points, Mateusz Klich named his ultimate MLS vacation spot: “I might suggest Nashville, when you’ve got an choice to go to Nashville SC. It’s an exquisite place.”
