Patrick Mahomes’ reason for eclipsing Leo Messi in the U.S. may be controversial
Despite Lionel Messi's legendary global status and his recent move to Major League Soccer (MLS), his popularity in the United States still lags behind that of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, according to Fox Sports.Although Messi attended Super Bowl LVIII in New Orleans to support the Chiefs, even his presence at one of the most-watched American sporting events hasn't swayed the perception that Mahomes remains the dominant sports figure domestically. Patrick Mahomes and Lionel Messi make life impossible for each other in a fun workout togetherWhile their influence globally might drastically differ, with the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final pulling in 1.5 billion viewers, the disparity in their U.S. appeal sparked debate when it comes to American sports."I'm going, Mahomes," Steve Covino told Fox Sports Radio's Covino and Rich Show. "It's America's game. "There's nothing bigger than American football […]