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The whole United States is currently infected with a pink wave as there’s only one man responsible for it: Lionel Messi. Ever since the Argentinian superstar arrived in the country to play in the MLS, he can’t seem to stop taking a break from the limelight. While the U.S. fans impatiently waited to see his debut, they finally got to see him in action. However, it seems they might need to play yet another waiting game.

Meanwhile, the World Cup winner has left everyone in awe with his debut. All the fans now don’t want to miss a single game when Messi plays. Each supporter now looks to wear his Miami no.10 jersey. However, fans who want to buy his jersey might have to wait.

American fans shall wait for months to buy Inter Miami jersey of Lionel Messi

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Messi’s influence at both Inter Miami and the United States is more than obvious. The playmaker may have left an indelible mark among the fans thanks to his brilliant performance for the Herons. However, his impact goes far beyond his soccer prowess. Apparently, a report from the AS suggests that the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner’s shirt has become impossible to get.

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Miami’s kit makers Adidas has recently revealed that they are unable to cope with the overwhelming demand for his jersey. Although it is being sold at a price of $160, the German company stated that this situation is “unprecedented.” Furthermore, the company claims that fans who are eager to purchase the shirt and make a reservation may not receive it until October due to high demand.

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Indeed, it is a testament to Messi’s humongous impact he has in the U.S. so far. However, his impact isn’t limited to soccer. As it comes to light, the 36-year-old has given the country’s market a massive boom.

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Messi’s arrival in the U.S. is opening new doors in the United States and is benefiting the whole country. In recent times, the MLS Season Pass has achieved remarkable audience and subscription records. The number of viewers has surged by an estimated 75%. Furthermore, Americans are now familiar with the sight of the Argentine star in advertisements.

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A well-known restaurant chain has even introduced the “Chicken Sandwich à la Messi,” where the soccer ’10’ takes on the role of a chef as part of their advertising campaign. Additionally, a supermarket chain received a boost by releasing photos of Leo shopping at their store with his family. Moreover, the city of Miami is filled with murals and street walls painted pink with the Argentine star face on them. Be that as it may, the phenomenon of Messi continues to take over not just Miami but the whole country.

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Abhishek Mishra is a soccer writer at EssentiallySports. Abhishek's love for soccer began during his childhood days when he spent most of his time playing and watching the sport. His early exposure to soccer earned him many accolades at district and zonal levels, making him a true sports enthusiast.
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