Global Icon Meets the Oval Office: President Trump Honors Lionel Messi and Inter Miami at the White House

Beyond the individual accolades, the event honored the entire Inter Miami organization for their 2025 MLS Cup triumph. Co-owner Jorge Mas and head coach Javier Mascherano were present, standing alongside other key players like Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul. Trump took a moment to joke with De Paul, asking where he was in the crowd and playfully asking the team if they had any "bad-looking players," which drew laughter from the assembled guests and media.