LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Carlos gives Lionel Messi advice on adjusting to the MLS following his transfer to Inter Miami, emphasizing the necessity for more effort on the field.
The illustrious LAFC striker and MLS champion Vela offered his perspective on the league and Messi’s impending visit in America.
MLS requires more work from players than top European leagues, where service for attackers is extraordinary, according to Vela, who gave advice to Messi in an interview with The Athletic.
‘The Athletic’ reporter Felipe Cardenas spoke with the Mexican ‘Black & Gold’ player following a recent publicity event- “He just has to enjoy his football and decide what to do on the pitch to really stand out.
“He comes from so many years playing in Europe with Barcelona and PSG, (where) strikers receive excellent service and all you have to do is finish the job. In MLS, you have to do a little more.”
Vela further added: “Messi will enjoy his time here. If there is one thing (soccer players) have in this country, it is quality of life.
“The comfort of knowing that after playing, you can have time with your family and go to public places without so much stress; he will have that.
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“Obviously, Messi is well known around the world, but based on what he is used to, he will live a more peaceful life here.”
The differences between competing in the MLS and Europe are clarified by Vela’s remarks. While MLS requires more individual work and flexibility, athletes like Messi frequently benefit from great service in Europe.
Nevertheless, Messi has contributed to four goals in his two games for Inter Miami, indicating that he has so far gotten the hang of the competition.
Vela also emphasizes the excellent standard of living and laid-back attitude that athletes may experience in the USA, giving Messi new opportunities both on and off the field.
As they prepare to take on Orlando City and Juarez, respectively, Messi’s Inter Miami and Vela’s LAFC are awaiting their Leagues Cup Round of 32 matches.
The Leagues Cup final between the two teams can very well occur as early as August 19 if the results go their way.