Overview
- Lionel Messi made his first White House visit, handing President Trump a signed pink Inter Miami ball as the club also presented a No. 47 jersey and a watch.
- Trump opened his remarks by touting ongoing U.S.-Israeli military action against Iran, saying forces are “totally demolishing the enemy” and “destroying Iran’s missiles.”
- The president praised Messi’s winning record, compared him to Pelé, and referenced Cristiano Ronaldo while noting his son Barron’s fandom.
- Inter Miami’s 2025 achievements were highlighted, including the 3-1 MLS Cup win over Vancouver, a Club World Cup victory over Porto, and Messi’s consecutive MLS MVP awards, before the team was invited to the Oval Office.
- Luis Suárez, Rodrigo De Paul and Tadeo Allende attended alongside MLS commissioner Don Garber and Alex Rodriguez, with David Beckham absent for a family commitment as the team stayed in the area to face D.C. United on Saturday.