Casemiro has offered high praise for his Inter Miami teammate Lionel Messi, insisting the Argentine remains the finest player in the world. The Brazilian midfielder’s comments followed a commanding 7-1 victory for Inter Miami over CF Montreal on Saturday, August 29, a match in which Messi delivered a standout performance by scoring four goals.
The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner showcased his enduring quality by netting two spectacular free kicks and providing an assist for Luis Suarez. Casemiro, who opened the scoring for the Herons in the same fixture, noted that Messi proved his status as the global benchmark during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Reflecting on the match, Casemiro told HITC Sport, “We must enjoy and continue to support him.”
The two players share a long history as rivals, having faced each other 20 times while representing Real Madrid and Barcelona, respectively. Their head-to-head record is remarkably balanced, with each winning eight matches and four ending in draws. Since joining Inter Miami on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester United this summer, Casemiro has made nine appearances, six of which have been alongside the Argentine playmaker.
Meanwhile, speculation continues to surround the potential arrival of other high-profile stars at the club. Neymar has been linked with a move to Inter Miami, a transfer that would reunite the iconic “MSN” trio. However, former Italian striker Giuseppe Rossi has cautioned against such a move for the Brazilian, who is currently playing for Santos.
Rossi argued that a transfer to the MLS side would not be beneficial for Neymar, who has struggled with persistent injuries and a career decline in recent years. Neymar, whose contract with Santos expires this summer, has recorded eight goals and eight assists in 22 appearances across all competitions this season. Inter Miami has aggressively recruited top-tier talent in recent years, including Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Rodrigo De Paul, to bolster their squad alongside their established stars. The report also notes that the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner scored four goals for Angel Guillermo Hoyos’ side as they secured an emphatic win on Saturday, August 29. The report also notes that however, Rossi has claimed that moving to Inter Miami won’t be a good move for the former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star. The report also notes that the Brazil international shared a long-term rivalry with the Argentine maestro at club level for years. The report also notes that pundit sends warning to Casemiro’s compatriot amid links with Lionel Messi led Inter Miami.
