Dhaka, June 16 -- Though he did not score, Lionel Messi again proved his worth for Inter Miami, showing some brilliance and avoiding injury as they got off to a decent start in the Club World Cup (CWC) with a 0-0 draw against African giants Al Ahly from Egypt on Sunday.
Messi draws huge crowds to stadiums, and attendance will be a key measure of the revamped Club World Cup's success or failure. On Saturday, almost 61,000 fans filled the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, making for a festive atmosphere and giving the tournament a satisfying start.Inter Miami Coach Javier Mascherano said they were "nervous and anxious in the first half, which is normal given the context".
"In the second half, we were more patient. We played all over the pitch, cr...