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Talles Magno Shines and Overshadows Messi’s Night

By Arthur Fernandes

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 5: Talles Magno #43 of New York City FC in the first half of the Major League Soccer match against the Charlotte FC at Citi Field on July 5, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Ira L. Black - Corbis/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 5: Talles Magno #43 of New York City FC in the first half of the Major League Soccer match against the Charlotte FC at Citi Field on July 5, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Ira L. Black - Corbis/Getty Images) /
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On the night of Friday, November 10th, Lockhart Stadium, home to Inter Miami, witnessed a soccer spectacle that, despite being a friendly match celebrating Lionel Messi’s eighth Ballon d’Or, had the young Brazilian Talles Magno from New York City FC (NYCFC) as the protagonist. The former Vasco da Gama (Brazil) player stole the show with a goal and an assist, leading his team to a 2-1 victory and making his mark on a night that was supposed to be exclusively dedicated to the Argentine star.

The celebration for Messi certainly had its brilliance, but Talles Magno’s outstanding performance did not go unnoticed. The player, who has already become a frequent figure in the NYCFC spotlight, showcased his skill and determination by actively contributing to both goals for his team. In an interview after the match, Talles Magno expressed his satisfaction with the performance and highlighted the importance of contributing to the victory, even in a friendly match.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 5: Talles Magno #43 of New York City takes the ball to the goal in the first half of the Major League Soccer match against the Charlotte FC at Citi Field on July 5, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Ira L. Black – Corbis/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JULY 5: Talles Magno #43 of New York City takes the ball to the goal in the first half of the Major League Soccer match against the Charlotte FC at Citi Field on July 5, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Ira L. Black – Corbis/Getty Images) /

“Even though it was a friendly, it’s always important to help our club achieve a win, especially by directly participating in both goals of the game, scoring one and assisting in the other. It was a beautiful celebration for Messi, but we didn’t come without the intention to compete, and it’s great that we managed to come out with the victory,” stated Talles Magno.

It’s worth noting Talles Magno’s impressive track record at NYCFC, with 19 goals already scored and the imminent milestone of reaching his 100th appearance for the club. His contribution goes beyond goals, as the player has also accumulated 11 assists, showcasing his versatility and importance to the team.

On a night destined to celebrate Messi’s brilliance, Talles Magno not only shared the stage but also overshadowed it, proving that soccer is an arena where talent and youth can outshine the biggest stars in the sport. The Brazilian is quickly establishing himself as a key player for NYCFC, and his remarkable performance undoubtedly leaves fans eager for more achievements in the future.

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