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Inter Miami, what are you doing?! Herons post congratulations to Lionel Messi for winning eighth Ballon d'Or with wrong trophy in video

  • Miami post wrong trophy in congratulatory clip
  • Messi wins eighth Ballon d'Or
  • Herons' Beckham hands Argentine trophy

WHAT HAPPENED? Inter Miami's official X, formerly Twitter, account posted a video congratulating the Argentine for the winning of his record 8th Ballon d'Or. However, a blatant error was noticed as they used the wrong trophy in the viral clip!

THE BIGGER PICTURE: It's a rather embarrassing moment for the MLS side, especially considering the FIFA trophy shown has not been used since 2015! Regardless, it's a classy congratulations from the Herons, and despite the error, nothing can be taken away from the celebratory moment.

To make it even more memorable, Inter Miami co-owner and ex-England star David Beckham was the honored guest to hand the Argentine the trophy on stage.

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WHAT NEXT FOR MESSI? The World Cup winner will celebrate his earning of the prestigious award before continuing offseason preparation with the Herons for the 2024 campaign.

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