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TikTok Live Streaming MLS Cup: Spotlight on Messi This Fall

Dear sports enthusiasts, rejoice! In the upcoming season, i.e. later this fall, TikTok partners with the top Major League Soccer (MLS) to enhance their fans experience with a live stream which will be completely dedicated to Lionel Messi. Titled ‘Spotlight on Messi’, the live feature was announced to air on the app in October. "Player Spotlight: Messi," a special feature, will allow fans to get a close-up and personal look at the iconic football player throughout the MLS Cup playoffs. Let's examine the specifics and discover what makes this partnership unique.

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A First-of-its-Kind Experience

For the first time ever, TikTok will broadcast an entire live match with a single player focus. During Inter Miami CF's playoff games, the camera will be trained on Messi, capturing every move, assist, goal, and celebration. This "Messi Cam" will allow fans to virtually be on the pitch with him, experiencing the action from Messi's perspective.

Why Messi?

Lionel Messi, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner is driving the franchise that is Inter Miami CF . He has been able to put his magnificent talents on display recently with, among other things, a hat-trick of goals in his most recent game. As Inter Miami prepares for their first-ever MLS Cup playoffs, the spotlight on Messi is a no-brainer. Fans can't wait to see how he performs under the pressure of the playoffs.

How to Watch

The @MLS TikTok profile will host the exclusive live feed, while the @InterMiamiCF TikTok profile will simulcast it. Fans will have plenty of time to settle in and get ready for the action as the stream will begin five minutes prior to kickoff. Both soccer fans and tech enthusiasts are likely to take notice of this unusual watching experience.

What to Expect

The camera will direct its attentions on Messi so that the viewer can appreciate the event much more in a personalized way. Everything from his tactical movements to the thrilling soccer moments is to be streamed live. This is a road less traveled in live events and it is a visible sign of TikTok and MLS stepping forward.

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