You’ve probably heard about famous players like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo enrolling their children in the youth academies of the clubs they represent.
However, it’s a rare occurrence to hear about a family member other than their own kids securing a professional contract within the same club.
But that recently changed when Inter Miami made a significant move by signing Tuli Arellano, who happens to be Messi’s brother-in-law.
Inter Miami has appointed Tuli Arellano as the under-19 coach for the team, a decision he proudly shared on social media with the caption, “Ready for what’s coming.”
Notably, Tuli Arellano is in a relationship with Maria Sol Messi, who is the sister of the soccer legend, Lionel Messi. Tuli hails from the same neighbourhood as the Messi family, known as La Bajada, and is well-acquainted with all its members.
Before joining Inter Miami, Arellano served as a soccer coach for Florida’s under-19 team, where he achieved success by winning the South Division of the Florida United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) with his squad.
Clearly, he is now focused on helping Inter Miami’s youth program achieve similar success, mirroring Lionel Messi’s contributions to the club’s senior team. This move also underscores the growing influence of “La Pulga” (Lionel Messi) in the United States.
Lionel Messi
Lionel Andrés Messi Cuccittini
This season he played in total 4 times for 247 minutes for Major League Soccer.
Lionel Messi scored 1 goal for Inter Miami. He procured twice assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.
His team is currently 14th in Major League Soccer. In the last match Inter Miami drew 1-1 against Orlando City.
Inter Miami performance and stats
Inter Miami is currently 14th in the Major League Soccer with 32 points.
In the last 29 games, it has won 9 times, drawn 5 times, and lost 15 times. In its last match, Inter Miami drawn 1-1 against Orlando City.
It has a negative goal difference after scoring 37 goals and conceding 45.
Inter Miami will play the next match in Major League Soccer against New York City on Saturday 30th of September in Fort Lauderdale. The prediction is Inter Miami winning the match.