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On July 21, 2023, two professional soccer clubs, Cruz Azul and Inter Miami CF, played against each other in the 2023 Leagues Cup group stage at DRV PNK Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. This game garnered significant global media attention due to the official debut of Argentinian player Lionel Messi for Inter Miami CF, alongside his former Barcelona teammate Sergio Busquets. The game ended with a 2–1 won for Inter Miami, thanks to Messi's spectacular free-kick in the fourth minute of stoppage time (90+4'). After the game, Inter Miami CF went on to win against Atlanta United FC, securing the top spot in South 3 group with a perfect 6 points, ahead of Cruz Azul with 2 points, and advancing to the knockout stage. Inter Miami CF then successively defeated Orlando City SC in round of 32, FC Dallas in round of 16, Charlotte FC in quarter-finals, and Philadelphia Union in Semi-finals before winning against Nashville SC on penalties in the final to claim the championship. Cruz Azul was eliminated in the Round of 32, losing to Charlotte FC in a 0–0 draw but lost 3–4 on penalties.