Messi's White House Visit with Trump Breaks His Political Stance
March 8, 2026·about 2 hours ago·via NBC10 Philadelphia

Soccer legend Lionel Messi, long apolitical, joins Inter Miami at President Trump's White House on March 5, 2026, to celebrate their first MLS Cup win over Vancouver Whitecaps. Trump welcomes Messi with historic flair: "Welcome to the White House, Lionel Messi!" - a line no prior president uttered - while gifting him a pink soccer ball, jersey numbered 47, and watch from co-owner Jorge Mas. Even Barron Trump, a huge fan, geeks out over the visit. Read more about this...
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