SANTA MONICA, Calif. – Some of soccer’s biggest stars made an appearance on the Santa Monica Pier last Thursday -well, their inflatable versions did.
Three 40-foot-tall inflatable clones of reigning World Cup champion Lionel Messi, Spain’s Lamine Yamal and the United States Men’s National Team’s (USMNT) Christian Pulisic added a temporary attraction for piergoers.
Courtesy of FOX Sports
Fans pose with FOX Sports Giants of the Game inflatable clones of Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi and Christian Pulisc at Santa Monica Pier on May 28, 2026
For some fans, the inflatable trio represents more than just stars of the game. They reflect the growing generations drawn to the sport.
Three 40-foot-tall inflatable clones of reigning World Cup champion Lionel Messi, Spain’s Lamine Yamal and the United States Men’s National Team’s (USMNT) Christian Pulisic added a temporary attraction for piergoers.
Courtesy of FOX Sports
Fans pose with FOX Sports Giants of the Game inflatable clones of Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi and Christian Pulisc at Santa Monica Pier on May 28, 2026
For some fans, the inflatable trio represents more than just stars of the game. They reflect the growing generations drawn to the sport.
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