Lionel Messi Scores Twice, Adds Assist to Propel Inter Miami to 3-1 Victory over Atlanta United
Messi’s brace gave Inter Miami its third straight win as the club strengthened its playoff push and remained second in the Eastern Conference.
- On Saturday, Lionel Messi scored twice in four minutes during the second half to lead Inter Miami to a 3-1 victory over Atlanta United at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- Mexico striker Germán Berterame opened the scoring just before halftime, assisted by Messi and Luis Suárez, establishing Miami's control against the struggling Atlanta side.
- With 25 goals and 15 assists this season, Messi became the first player in league history to record at least 15 helpers in three consecutive seasons.
- Despite a late penalty goal from Fafá Picault, the loss leaves Atlanta United in 14th place in the Eastern Conference, facing an uphill battle to qualify for the postseason.
- Inter Miami sits second in the Eastern Conference, extending a three-game winning streak under new coach Cristian 'Kily' González before facing the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.
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Lionel Messi continues to make history in American football, proving that even at the age of 39 he remains one of the most special footballers in the world. The Argentine star shone on Saturday night in Inter Miami's 3-1 victory over Atlanta United, scoring two goals and bringing his tally of goals scored this season in Major League Soccer (MLS) to 25. This was the first time Messi had played at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium since the 2026 World Cup…
The Argentine signed two works of art in less than 5 minutes, one of them assisted by Luis Suárez
Lionel Messi showed his most vindictive face on Saturday night, during Inter Miami's visit to Atlanta by MLS, after taking revenge from Junior Alonso, Paraguayan footballer who celebrated a take on his face a couple of weeks ago. The Argentine had a prominent day and made himself present with two ... Continue reading "Messi's revenge on MLS: humiliated a rival who celebrated in his face a cross weeks ago"
Lionel Messi proves he never forgets: Takes rare revenge on opponent with fiery out-of-character taunt to celebrate solo goal
Lionel Messi took revenge on Atlanta United defender Junior Alonso during Inter Miami’s 3-1 MLS victory, celebrating in his face after previously being taunted by the Paraguayan. Messi scored twice, including a dazzling solo effort that left Alonso struggling to contain him. The Argentine’s fiery celebration revived their September rivalry, adding another dramatic chapter to their on-field exchanges.
The legendary Lionel Messi scored a double for the American Inter Miami and helped the team win. Posted video
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