Lionel Messi pays tribute to ex-Barcelona boss Tito Vilanova on 10-year anniversary of Spaniard's passing

Posting on social media, the Argentine rememered his old coach and friend. The Spaniard led Messi and Barcelona to a La Liga title in 2012-13 where La Blaugrana set a new league-record of 100 points.

He left his role in 2013 after a recurrence of gland cancer, and passed one year later.

Vilanova's impact on Messi and his legacy at Barcelona will never be forgotten, as the Spaniard reportedly played a crucial role in the Argentine staying with the Catalan Club.

In 2019, Marca reported that in his final days, Vilanova convinced Messi to stay with the club amid uncertainty over his future. the duo talked for 'hours' per Vilanova's former assistant at Barcelona, Jordi Roura.

The Argentine and Inter Miami take on the New England Revolution Saturday evening. The Herons will look to extend their lead atop MLS with three points.