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Taylor Rooks posed for a photo with the Inter Miami star at the 2025 Super Bowl.
Taylor Rooks has fans buzzing after a special link-up with football icon Lionel Messi at the 2025 Super Bowl.
The pair crossed paths during the epic showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, held at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, this past Sunday.
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Super Bowl moment and Lionel Messi’s presence
While the Eagles triumphed over the Chiefs 40-22 to claim their second Super Bowl title, it was Messi’s presence that grabbed the attention of many.
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The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner, who has made waves since his move to Inter Miami, looked stylish as ever, donning his signature two-piece Adidas collaboration for the event.
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Taylor Rooks, a 32-year-old American sports journalist and broadcaster, was clearly thrilled about her encounter with the football legend.
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Sharing photos from the biggest sporting event in America on her Instagram, Rooks made sure her 776,000 followers got a glimpse of her time with the GOAT.
Among the posts was a photo with Messi, which quickly went viral.
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“Just want to shout out @_micahparsons11 because he’s the only reason this happened,” Rooks shared on her Instagram story, expressing her gratitude.
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“Always looking out!!!! I was hype. Like a little kid. This the GOAT…………!!!”
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Rooks’ Career and Messi’s Return
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While the Super Bowl connection might have been a once-in-a-lifetime moment for Rooks, her career is one many fans admire.
Currently appearing on Thursday Night Football, as well as with Bleacher Report and Turner Sports, Rooks is a respected voice in sports journalism.
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Rooks has often been hailed as one of the most beautiful sports journalists in America.
Before her role with Turner, she worked at SportsNet New York and the Big Ten Network, reporting on major events and making her mark as one of the industry’s rising stars.
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As for Messi, who’s currently at Inter Miami, the 37-year-old Argentine star will be looking to return to action on Saturday, February 15, when the team takes on Orlando City in another pre-season friendly.
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