In Miami, football passion runs deep… even on wheels. Fabián Ortega, a die-hard Inter Miami fan and expert vehicle customizer, has unveiled his latest creation: a pink van worth over $100,000, fully inspired by Lionel Messi’s team. Equipped with a PlayStation console, a bar, unique projection lights, and a full club-themed interior, this vehicle stands out as a rolling icon of love for the Herons.

“This van is one of a kind in the U.S.,” says Fabián, who has worked for celebrities, NBA and NFL players, and other artists. His workshop in Florida is known for crafting these kinds of luxury vans, which often include motorized coffee makers, refrigerators, and more. But this van has a special value: it features Inter Miami’s signature pink, the soul of the city, and Messi’s legacy as its central theme.

Messi and Suárez shined, but Palmeiras spoiled the party

While Fabián turns his love for the club into automotive art, on the pitch, Inter Miami let the top spot in Group A of the Club World Cup slip away in the final minutes of a game they thought they had under control. With goals from Luis Suárez —one assisted and another with European class— and a standout performance from Tadeo Allende, the U.S. side was up 2-0 against Palmeiras, but the Brazilians struck back.

In just eight minutes, Paulinho and Mauricio scored the equalizers (2-2), giving Palmeiras the top spot in the group and avoiding a clash with Paris Saint-Germain in the round of 16. For Inter Miami, that means a high-profile showdown against Luis Enrique’s team—an emotional reunion for Lionel Messi with his former club.

Despite the draw, Inter Miami put on a solid display, with flashes of brilliance from the Messi-Suárez duo. Still, they paid the price for their late-game complacency and lack of finishing.

The passion for Inter Miami lives on the pitch and in the streets, with fans like Fabián taking their devotion to another level. Now, the team gears up for a tough test in the knockout round—backed by the unwavering love of their supporters.