Fans’ backlash grows after Lionel Messi comments reportedly censured following Donald Trump meeting at White House Inter Miami MLS Cup event

The moment when Lionel Messi walked into the White House with Donald Trump quickly caught everyone’s attention. It was not just a football celebration. It also became a big talking point among fans online. Messi recently appeared at the White House during a special ceremony that honored Inter Miami CF for winning the MLS Cup in 2025. The event celebrated the club’s historic first championship season. Messi entered the East Room alongside President Trump and Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas. During the ceremony, the Argentine star presented Trump with a signed Miami pink soccer ball.

The president also received a Miami jersey and a watch from team officials during the event.

Soon after photos and videos from the ceremony appeared online, fans across social media started sharing their thoughts. Some were happy to see Messi honored at the White House, while others had mixed reactions. This visit was also important because it was Messi’s first trip to the White House since joining Inter Miami in July 2023. The ceremony followed a long American sports tradition where championship teams are invited to celebrate their victories with the president.

Lionel Messi stood beside Donald Trump at the White House, and within minutes, fans across social media began sharing strong reactions. Some fans shared disappointment in the comments.

One user wrote, “Messi we was just defending you and saying you’re better than Ronaldo and now you’re accepting an award.”

Another fan added, “We were saying Messi was better after Ronaldo met Trump months ago. ”One user commented, “The real goat would never stand next to a rapist and pedo. ”

“Messi, you can’t go from talking about femicide to meeting up with a p*do misogynist. It makes no sense whatsoever,” commented another one.

White House visits by sports champions have been common in the United States for many years. In fact, D.C. United became the first MLS club to visit the White House after winning the MLS Cup in 1998. Later, the LA Galaxy attended similar celebrations after their title wins in 2011, 2012, and 2014.

For Inter Miami, the visit marked another historic moment after their championship season. And for Lionel Messi, the White House appearance became one more headline in a career that already draws global attention.