He welcomed Lionel Messi into his team as a bumper signing in July.

And Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham proved splashing the cash paid dividends on Sunday, as he watched the football legend help Inter Miami thrash LAFC.

Prior to the match, the Brit, 48, was spotted looking dapper as he appeared in a shirt, tie and suit trousers while leaving a Manhattan Beach hotel alongside Messi before the high-stakes match in the 30th round of Major League Soccer.

Having recently unveiled a buzzcut, David added an edgy touch to the ensemble with his new hairdo as he greeted a female cohort before hitting the match, where Inter Miami won with an incredible 3-1 final score.

During the match, David looked understandably tense while watching the team he co-owns with Jorge Mas, as he frowned while viewing from the side.

A host of A-list celebrities joined David and his sons Brooklyn, 24, and Cruz, 18, in watching the match at the BMO Stadium in LA.

News of Messi’s signing was soccer’s worst-kept secret for some time, but following an inauguration ceremony attended by all the Beckhams in July, Messi was officially an Inter Miami player, and will earn $60million a year.

His attendance at the match proved as sensational as promised as the team thrashed their rivals with David’s watchful eye sitting on the side.

As well as the owner sitting on the pitch, the stars were out in force with Leonardo DiCaprio, 48, joining in on the fun and opted for his signature laid-back look, wearing a pair of shades, a baseball hat, a t-shirt and dark jacket to the event.

The Wolf of Wall Street actor kept cool on the hot day by eating a white ice cream bar as he watched Inter Miami win the game with a 3-1 final score.

Other famous faces at the game included Selena Gomez, Prince Harry, who was spotted laughing and joking with LAFC co-owner Will Ferrell, as well as Edward Norton, Owen Wilson, Jason Sudeikis, Mario Lopez, Tyga, and Brendan Hunt.

Prince Harry, 38, sported a navy blazer over a blue button-up for the game. He chuckled and happily scrunched up an LAFC scarf as he cheered on his team.

His wife Meghan Markle was also slated to appear at the stadium, but was not spotted with her husband.

Messi’s first Miami game took place on July 21 in the Leagues Cup. Miami has won nine of its last 10 games with Messi’s help.

In welcoming Messi to the team in July, David gave an emotional speech saying: ’10 years ago, I started my journey to build a new MLS team.

‘I said then that I dreamt of bringing the best players in the world Florida and the great city of Miami. Players who shared our ambition to grow soccer in this country, who would inspire the next generation and help build a legacy in this sport.

‘Please forgive me for feeling a little bit emotional tonight. It really is a dream come true to welcome Lionel Messi to Inter Miami. Leo, we are so proud you have chosen this club for the next stage of your career. Welcome to the family.

‘We are also so proud to be joined by the one and only Sergio Busquets. One of the most complete midfield players of his generation.’

Messi meanwhile said: ‘Thank you very much. First of all I want to thank all the people of Miami for this welcome, this affection. I want to thank you for the kindness and love that you have given me. This has happened so fast…

‘I am very happy to be here, to be with you. I want to thank Jose (Mas, Miami co-owner), David (Beckham) for the welcome.

‘They are making everything easy for us, everything has been spectacular since we arrived. I really want to start training and compete. I want to win for the club to continue growing.

‘I hope that you will join us as you have since the season began. I thank my new colleagues for the welcome.

‘I am very happy to have chosen this city with my family, to have chosen this project. I have no doubt that we are going to have a good time. Thank you all very much for this day.’