Lionel Messi is pretty reliable over free-kicks, but one of his latest strikes for Inter Miami appeared to hit an unsuspecting toddler in the crowd.
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Argentine icon bagged brace in 'Clasico'Had chance to complete treble late onRadar from set-piece was a little offWHAT HAPPENED?
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner was in action for the Herons against Florida neighbours Orlando City on Saturday. He bagged a brace in that contest and was looking to complete a ‘Clasico’ hat-trick when lining up a set-piece in the closing stages.
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Messi’s effort did not miss by much, but he did send it curling narrowly over the crossbar. Those in the stands had little time to react as the 20-yard effort came sailing their way, with spectators sat close to the pitch finding themselves very much in the firing line.
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A young supporter, sporting a black Inter Miami kit, appeared to be struck by the ball as it ended up stuck on her seat. The youngster in question avoided any injury, but they were a little shaken and tears flowed as the game continued around her.