10-Minute Sellout for Messi’s Debut: Inter Miami Tickets Fly off the Shelves

Lionel Messi’s much-anticipated debut in an Inter Miami jersey is already a hot topic as tickets for his first away match against FC Dallas on August 6th have sold out in a mere 10 minutes.

The match, scheduled as part of the Round of 16 Leagues Cup, will see Messi don the Inter Miami colors against FC Dallas. According to Bloomberg, the tickets for this fixture were snapped up within moments of their release, despite their not-so-modest price tags.

Fans eager to witness Messi’s magic on the field had to shell out a minimum of $299 for a ticket, and the official ticket channel prices were even steeper. On TicketMaster, the resale prices ranged from $835 to $2,698. Similar trends were observed on other secondary ticket platforms like StubHub and VividSeats. A whopping 20,000 spectators are expected to flock to FC Dallas’ Toyota Stadium to catch a glimpse of Argentina’s star forward in his inaugural away appearance.

Messi has already played three games for Inter Miami and has made his presence felt with goals in each. In his debut match against Cruz Azul during the Leagues Cup group stage on July 22nd, he sealed a 2-1 victory with a stunning free-kick goal in the fourth minute of injury time. Just four days later, Messi netted a brace, contributing to Miami’s emphatic 4-0 win over Atlanta United. On August 3rd, he once again showcased his brilliance by scoring two goals in a 3-1 triumph against Orlando City in the Round of 16 Leagues Cup. Notably, all three of these matches took place at Miami’s DRV PNK Stadium, which was packed to capacity on each occasion.

Since joining Miami last month, Messi’s impact has reverberated not only within the realm of soccer prowess but has also ignited a frenzy in the United States. The 36-year-old superstar’s presence has not only revitalized Inter Miami’s fortunes, rescuing them from a slump where they had suffered 10 losses in their last 13 games, but it has also cast a spotlight on American soccer. The MLS has garnered significant attention from fans and enthusiasts alike, all thanks to Messi’s aura.

With Messi on board, Inter Miami now stands a promising chance to make significant strides in the Leagues Cup – an annual tournament that pits MLS clubs against teams from Mexico’s Liga MX.

Mark your calendars for August 21st, as Messi is set to mark his first appearance in the MLS when he faces Charlotte. The Messi effect is in full swing, and the soccer world is watching intently.”