Inter Miami star reveals Messi's weakness

Robin Bairner

• 2 Aug 2023 12:49 BST
• 3 min read

Lionel Messi may have enjoyed a blistering start to life with MLS franchise Inter Miami – but that doesn’t mean the Barcelona legend is great at everything.

Messi has scored three times in less than two hours on the field for David Beckham’s side since completing a free transfer from PSG at the end of his contract, making a dream impact in Florida.

According to teammate Robert Taylor, though, his English language skills need brushed up.

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In an interview with Sky Sports, the 28-year-old Finland international midfielder revealed: “The conversation level isn't great, but, on the field, it's different.

“I’m taking Spanish lessons and he’s taking English lessons.

“I feel like football is a language where if you link up with someone, you don't necessarily have to speak the same language - you just play well together.

“I've heard him say a couple things in English to me and couple of players around him, so I think he speaks pretty good English.”

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Taylor, whose most successful period came in Norwegian football with Tromso and Brann, has revealed what has impressed him most about playing with Messi.

“His decision-making is unbelievable - I can't see him doing a wrong decision at all during the game or training, so you just want to try and learn,” he said.

“He comes to me and tells me how he wants me positioned in different situations.

“It's brought a lot of new energy to the team, the club and the fans. The stadium is sold out, and it's really great right now.

"We all enjoy the greater atmosphere - everyone wants to play in front of as many fans as there can be, so when it's sold out, it's great.”

Messi’s next action will come on Wednesday as Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup campaign continues with an encounter against Orlando City.