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Meeting Messi is dream come true for 23 Make-A-Wish families
View Date:2024-12-23 19:47:06
Inter Miami, Royal Caribbean and Fanatics made 23 wishes come true this week, gifting a four-day experience that included meeting the world's greatest soccer player to Make-A-Wish children and their families.
The children — who live across the globe, from South Florida to Texas and Canada to Israel — met Lionel Messi and the whole Inter Miami squad Tuesday after a private practice at Chase Stadium, where the Make-A-Wish families were hosted in a field-level suite and received personalized, team-signed jerseys.
"It's really nice to make them smile, and we're really happy about it," Inter Miami midfielder Yannick Bright said.
The families spent Saturday on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas ship, and Monday with Fanatics at the local South Florida office, where the children had a photoshoot and a custom plaque designed. They also received an abundance of trading cards, team merchandise and other surprises.
“At the heart of Inter Miami’s ‘Freedom to Dream’ ethos is the belief that we pursue our dreams boldly and support our fans and community in achieving theirs,” Inter Miami CF Managing Owner Jorge Mas said in a statement. "To make these extraordinary children’s dreams come true is an inspiring reminder that fútbol is more than a game – it’s a transformative force for joy, hope, and connection."
Added Make-A-Wish America president and CEO Leslie Motter: “A wish is a turning point for children battling critical illnesses — it sparks the hope and strength they need to keep fighting. Partners like Royal Caribbean and Inter Miami CF help us make these life-changing wishes a reality. Whether on the field or at sea, we’re creating moments of joy and fostering hope that truly transforms lives.”
Messi and Inter Miami, the favorite to win the MLS Supporters’ Shield for the league’s best record, return to action Saturday at home against Charlotte FC.
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