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Messi knocked down by fan in pitch invasion chaos
28 Feb
Summary
- A fan ran onto the field and grabbed Messi during a friendly match.
- The security guard's intervention caused both the fan and Messi to fall.
- Messi was unharmed and continued playing after the incident.

During a friendly match between Inter Miami CF and Independiente del Valle in Puerto Rico on Thursday, a supporter breached the field and approached Lionel Messi.
The incident occurred near the 88th minute at Juan Ramón Loubriel Stadium in Bayamón. As the fan grabbed Messi from behind, a security guard intervened, leading to a tumble that involved both the fan and the acclaimed player.
Messi sustained no apparent injuries from the fall and was able to resume play. This exhibition game, originally scheduled for February 13, was postponed due to Messi experiencing leg discomfort in a prior fixture.
Inter Miami won the match 2-1, with goals from Santiago Morales and Messi. The team's MLS season began with a loss, and their next match is against Orlando City SC.




