Here's everything you need to know about the beef between Inter Miami star Lionel Messi and fans of Mexico's men's national team.

The Herons' first goal of the new year was scored by Lionel Messi, nodding home from close range after Luis Suárez had found him in the box. Messi marked the goal with a ‘3-0′ hand gesture towards the many Mexican fans in attendance, signifying Argentina’s three World Cup triumphs to Mexico’s zero.

Lionel Messi has shown top form with Inter Miami in 2025, scoring against Club America. However, a heated exchange with fans sparked criticism from former players and supporters. Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano addressed the incident,

"We obviously faced a rival who is the three-time champion of Mexico, a rival who has been playing the same way for years, who has a very clear style and that is why they have ach

Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano defended Lionel Messi's celebration against Club América, saying Mexican fans are hostile toward Argentines