Minuto30.com .- Not even Valentine’s Day keeps the Messis away from the fields. The Argentine star, taking advantage of a break in his demanding 2026 preseason with Inter Miami, attended the club’s Academy facilities this Saturday, February 14, to accompany Thiago, Mateo and Ciro on their match day.
However, what started as a quiet family afternoon ended in a viral spectacle. As Messi watched from the sideline, a ball ended up near the corner flag. Before the eyes of parents and children, “La Pulga” did not resist the temptation: he finished with his left foot from the tightest angle and nailed it in the opposite corner, unleashing the madness of those present.
A Valentine’s Day “from an angle”
The video, recorded by one of the attending parents, shows the simplicity of the captain, who after scoring the great goal just turned around and walked as if scoring a goal was the most normal thing in the world.
“Papa Messi” is still the King
It is not the first time we see Leo in “Soccer Dad” mode. During 2026, he has been seen very active in his children’s practices, even sharing advice with Thiago’s teammates.
These images confirm that the magic of the “10” is intact, even when he wears casual sneakers and is just looking to spend some time with his family.
Lionel Messi went to watch his kids play football on Valentine’s Day and casually hit a shot from the corner flag… and scored
— MC (@CrewsMat10) February 15, 2026