Lionel Messi at the Super Bowl LIX? Patrick Mahomes excited as GOAT footballer plans to attend Chiefs vs Eagles match

As Patrick Mahomes eyes his fourth Super Bowl title, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star will have a legendary spectator in the stands—Lionel Messi. The Argentine icon, hailed as football’s G.O.A.T. by Mahomes himself, will likely be among over 70,000 fans at the Caesars Superdome on Feb. 9. Before Messi starts his 2025 MLS season with Inter Miami, he will witness NFL history unfold as Mahomes looks to make his own legacy against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Patrick Mahomes Calls Lionel Messi ‘The GOAT’ as Soccer Icon Set to Attend Super Bowl LIX

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is on the verge of cementing his legacy in NFL history. With the upcoming Super Bowl, Mahomes is aiming for his fourth championship ring, a feat that would place him alongside legends like Terry Bradshaw and Joe Montana for the second-most Super Bowl victories by a quarterback. However, this season’s championship game carries even greater significance, as the Chiefs have the opportunity to achieve what no team has done before—win three consecutive Super Bowls.

If the Chiefs secure the title, they will join the elite ranks of the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers, tying them for the second-most Super Bowl wins by any franchise. Such an achievement would further solidify the Chiefs’ dynasty status, and Mahomes is eager to showcase his talent on the grandest stage.


Adding to the intrigue, global soccer icon Lionel Messi is considering attending the Super Bowl in New Orleans. According to USA Today Sports, the Inter Miami superstar is keen on watching the championship game live, although logistical challenges could make it difficult. Messi is expected to play in a preseason match for Inter Miami in Honduras the night before, with a tight travel schedule standing in the way of his Super Bowl attendance. Despite the obstacles, the Argentine legend remains interested in witnessing the spectacle firsthand.


Mahomes, who has previously met Messi and is part owner of MLS side Sporting Kansas City, is excited about the possibility of having one of the greatest soccer players in the world in the stands. Speaking at the Super Bowl’s media day, Mahomes shared his admiration for Messi, saying, “Lionel Messi attending the Super Bowl on Sunday? He's the GOAT of his profession and having someone like that at the game, it would be awesome to showcase who I am and what talent I have. I got to watch him when he played in Kansas and he scored a couple of goals...you see the greatness that he plays with every single day and he's someone that I look up to and try to get on his level someday.”

Mahomes had the chance to watch Messi play live when Inter Miami took on Sporting Kansas City at Arrowhead Stadium last year. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner delivered a spectacular performance, scoring a goal and assisting two more in a thrilling 3-2 victory. The match drew an astounding 72,610 spectators, setting a record for the most-attended soccer game in Missouri and ranking as the third-most attended MLS match in history.

The Chiefs quarterback’s connection to soccer runs deep. Both he and his wife, Brittany, are co-owners of the NWSL’s Kansas City Current, and they recently made history with the opening of CPKC Stadium—the first stadium built exclusively for an NWSL team. Mahomes’ admiration for Messi extends beyond the pitch, as he recognizes the soccer star’s unparalleled greatness and the impact he has on the global sports landscape.

As the Super Bowl approaches, all eyes will be on Mahomes and his quest for history. Should Messi make the trip to New Orleans, the spectacle will gain even more significance, with two of the most dominant athletes of their respective sports converging in one iconic event.


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