"This guy gets away with EVERYTHING" - Fans react as video of altercation between Lionel Messi and Al-Ahly player surfaces

Fans on social media have reacted after Lionel Messi got into a heated argument during Inter Miami's goalless (0-0) draw against Al Ahly. It happened during the FIFA Club World Cup clash on Friday.

Al Ahly were trying to defend a corner kick against Miami. Then, Messi, who was being man-marked, got into a heated confrontation with Yasser Ibrahim and slightly headbutted the defender. Both players were then separated, and the game continued.

Watch the video below.

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After the game, fans via X reacted to the altercation between Lionel Messi and Yasser Ibrahim, with one tweeting:

"Man this guy gets away with EVERYTHING."

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"Washed beyond words 😭," a fan opined.

"Every match he's either fighting his opponents or abusing the referee But Messi fans hate Ronaldo for the exact same reason," another chimed in.

"Lmao Messi is humble greatest lie in football.," a fan shared.

"That humbleness that continues to shine🤪🥂," wrote another.

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During the game, Inter Miami controlled most of the proceedings but failed to break the deadlock despite having Luis Suarez in their frontline. La Pulga-led Miami controlled 55% of the ball possession as against Al Ahly's 45%.

In terms of chances, Inter Miami registered 14 chances, six of which were on target, including three big chances. Meanwhile, Al Ahly recorded more shots on target (8/11).

How did Inter Miami's skipper Lionel Messi perform versus Al Ahly?

Al Ahly FC v Inter Miami CF: Group A - FIFA Club World Cup 2025 - Source: Getty

In the goalless draw against Al Ahly, Messi was Miami's brightest player, and he troubled the Egyptian side the most. La Pulga was also miraculously denied by goalkeeper Mohamed El Shenawy from stealing a late win in added time (90+7’).

In his stint on the pitch, the Argentine recorded a passing accuracy of 74% (31/42). He delivered two key passes, created one big chance, and also registered two shots on target. Lionel Messi also hit the woodwork twice and won eight out of 18 ground duels contested (via Sofascore).

Javier Mascherano's Miami will be looking to take all three points in their next fixture against FC Porto. The game will be played at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday, June 19.

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