Travis Kelce, the All-Pro tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, came to the defense of Lionel Messi after his brother, Jason Kelce, criticized Messi’s performance in Major League Soccer (MLS). Jason, a former center for the Philadelphia Eagles, had said that watching Messi play in MLS was “not the same” as seeing him play for his former teams, Barcelona and Argentina.
Travis quickly corrected his brother, saying, “That’s absurd!” He added that Messi is still adapting to a new league and team, and that his performance should not be compared to his previous achievements.
Jason doubled down on his criticism, comparing Messi to Michael Jordan and saying that seeing him play in MLS was like seeing Jordan on the golf course. However, many fans disagreed with Jason’s assessment, pointing out that Messi is still one of the best players in the world and that he is helping to raise the profile of MLS.
The debate between the Kelce brothers highlights the different perspectives on MLS. Some fans see it as a lesser league, while others appreciate the growing quality of play and the excitement that Messi and other international stars have brought to the league. Ultimately, it is up to each individual fan to decide how they view MLS.
