21st January 2025 5:30:00 AM
1 min readLionel Messi's goal celebration in Inter Miami's 2-2 draw with América de México has caused controversy, as many Mexican fans saw his gesture as disrespectful. The incident has added to the long-standing rivalry between Argentine and Mexican supporters.
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Mexican football legend Adolfo "Bofo" Bautista also reacted to the celebration, criticizing Messi's actions.
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During the match at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Messi was constantly booed by Mexican fans. In response, after scoring, he held up three fingers—symbolizing Argentina's three World Cup wins.
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Bautista later shared his thoughts on Instagram. Although he praised Messi's skills, he questioned his professionalism and attitude.
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"I looked up to you as a player. But mocking my country shows a lack of professionalism and education," Bautista wrote in an Instagram story.
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He also included a photo of himself evading Messi during their 2010 World Cup encounter in South Africa, a match Argentina won 3-1 in the round of 16.
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