WATCH: Al Hilal star Michael Delgado intimates Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic celebration after scoring against Lionel Messi led Inter Miami

In a captivating display of prowess on the football field, Al-Hilal's Michael Delgado left an indelible mark during a recent friendly against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami. In a match that unfolded as a thrilling spectacle, concluding with a 4-3 scoreline, Delgado's contribution stood out not only for his goal but also for the celebration that ensued.

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The 27-year-old winger, in a moment of exuberance, opted to channel Cristiano Ronaldo's trademark "Siuuu" celebration after finding the back of the net against the formidable Inter Miami side. Delgado's choice to emulate Ronaldo's iconic celebration injected an additional layer of drama into the already intense encounter, as the Portuguese superstar's arch-rival Messi looked on.

Here is the video:

Al-Hilal's Michael Delgado couldn't resist pic.twitter.com/OwKX2EEAAh

— Shobnom Elaven (@M_Rakib32) January 30, 2024

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The narrative of the game itself unfolded as a rollercoaster. Starting with the former Fulham player Aleksandar Mitrovic, who initiated the scoring in the 10th minute. However, Abdullah Al-Hamdan soon doubled the lead for Al-Hilal just three minutes later. Despite Luis Suarez's efforts to narrow the deficit in the 34th minute, Michael Delgado's goal in the 44th minute restored the Saudi Pro League club's two-goal advantage. Setting the stage for the riveting second half, which turned out to be iconic.

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Lionel Messi and David Ruiz orchestrated a swift comeback for Inter Miami, scoring within a minute of each other (54' and 55') to level the score. However, Al-Hilal had the last say in the match, with Malcom securing an 88th-minute winner, sealing successive defeats for the Herons.

Looking ahead, Inter Miami faces another friendly against Ronaldo's Al-Nassr on February 1. The potential inclusion of the Portuguese maestro is uncertain, given his ongoing recovery from a muscle injury.

If Ronaldo takes the field, it could mark the 12th occasion in his illustrious career where he triumphs over Messi, providing an opportunity for the iconic "Siuuu" celebration to reverberate once more. Conversely, Messi, with an eye on securing his 17th victory against the 38-year-old, seeks to shape the narrative in his favour in this intriguing footballing saga.