MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — An Argentine not named Messi was the MVP for Inter Miami in the Club World Cup on Saturday night. The hero in the tournament opener was goaltender Oscar Ustari.

Ahead of the Club World Cup opener between Inter Miami and Al Ahly, Luis Suarez stood by his teammates and MLS representative teams in the competition, sending a warning to European clubs that think they have the upper hand.

The ball still ricocheted into the outside of the net, giving the appearance he scored. Messi’s reaction said it all. He raised his arms over his head, through his hair, and onto the back of his head.

Club World Cup result, latest updates and reaction after goalless draw - Lionel Messi was close to getting Inter Miami's Club World Cup campaign off to a flying start

The former Barcelona forward says the European clubs are the favourites but has predicted upsets after a "long season."

They share Group A with Al Ahly, Palmeiras, and Porto Luis Suárez spoke to the media ahead of the match Yannick Bright and David Ruiz are likely ruled out One day before his debut in the Club World Cup with Inter Miami against Al Ahly at Hard Rock Stadium,

The former Barcelona striker claims Lamine Yamal still has a lot to learn highlighting what the youngster needs to do to improve.