In a highly anticipated Leagues Cup Final, Nashville SC was set to face off against Inter Miami, a team that has garnered attention with their recent signings of Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba, and Sergio Busquets, reuniting the former Barcelona players.
Despite being last in the MLS standings, Inter Miami has shown impressive form with a 6-0 run in Leagues Cup play.
Adding to the excitement, Giannis, along with his brothers Alex, Thanasis, and Kostas, who became minority owners of Nashville SC in March 2023, was also present at the stadium.
Currently sitting in 4th place in the Eastern Conference, Nashville boasts notable players such as German international Hany Mukhtar, USMNT player and team captain Walker Zimmerman, and new signing Sam Surridge, who have already scored 3 goals in limited minutes.
Ahead of the match, Giannis delighted fans by emulating Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic “SIU” celebration.
Nashville SC minority owner Giannis hit Ronaldo's "SIU' celebration before his team takes on Messi and Inter Miami 😂 pic.twitter.com/HJPsgLhwuN
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) August 20, 2023
However, the gesture generated immense buzz and anticipation for the clash between Nashville SC and Inter Miami, which promised to be a thrilling encounter.
