Kristian Jack: the Whitecaps and their fans were not in awe of Messi

Messi is used to being worshipped by opposing teams’ fans, but the crowd at B.C. Place played him as hard as our players did last night. He’s the GOAT, but he was tired, desperate, playing on turf, and facing a relentless team and fanbase. I think KJ is correct in saying that we threw him off his game a bit. The atmosphere was incredible.

Also, my brother insists he was the first guy to boo Messi last night. I don’t think I can convince him otherwise.