MLS legend Sacha Kljestan can’t help but marvel at the formidable connection between Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez. Suarez, who joined the Herons this season, showcased his prowess with 17 goals and 11 assists for Gremio last year. At 37, Suarez continues to dazzle, netting two goals and three assists in three MLS games. Kljestan, impressed by their chemistry, commented, “Will anyone be able to slow them down this season?”
Kljestan Praises Suarez’s Resurgence
Addressing doubts about Suarez’s form this season, Kljestan acknowledged the striker’s stellar performance, stating, “Suarez had a lot of questions coming into this season. He quieted a lot of critics, myself included, with a classic Suarez performance – two well-taken goals and two superb assists.” The evident natural connection between Messi and Suarez, both on and off the field, sparks anticipation about their unstoppable partnership.
Reunion of Dynamic Duo: Messi and Suarez
The Messi-Suarez connection is no stranger to success, having flourished during their tenure at Barcelona from 2014-2020. Their collaboration resulted in an impressive 100 goals for each other in 261 matches, solidifying their status as one of football’s iconic duos. With Inter Miami, the duo seems poised to recreate their magic, leaving fans and pundits eagerly awaiting their next moves.
Grimaldo’s Admiration for Messi
Meanwhile, at Bayer Leverkusen, left-back Alex Grimaldo shares his admiration for Lionel Messi. Having joined Barcelona’s youth setup in 2008, Grimaldo witnessed Messi’s prime at Camp Nou before departing for Nou Camp in 2016. Grimaldo, now excelling at Leverkusen, expressed, “My childhood hero is Messi. Well, for me, he’s the best player of all time. And besides, I grew up at La Masia (Barcelona’s academy) watching him play there in the first team.”
Leverkusen’s Rising Star: Grimaldo’s Impact
Grimaldo’s stellar season at Leverkusen is hard to ignore. The Spanish left-back, with 11 goals and as many assists in 33 games, continues to impress. Having emerged from La Masia, Grimaldo’s journey mirrors Messi’s early years. Leverkusen currently leads the Bundesliga standings, boasting a 10-point advantage over second-placed Bayern Munich with 10 games remaining.
In the evolving landscape of MLS and European football, the connections forged by Messi and Suarez at Inter Miami and Grimaldo’s rise at Leverkusen captivate fans worldwide. As the season progresses, the burning question remains: can anyone slow down the unstoppable duo of Messi and Suarez? Only time will reveal the answer to this thrilling football saga.
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