US EditionMessi Leads Inter Miami Against the Columbus Crew
- Lionel Messi scored two goals as Inter Miami convincingly defeated Columbus Crew with a 5-1 victory on Saturday night.
- Miami entered the match after a four-match winless streak and recent lineup injuries, including Jordi Alba's lower-body muscle injury.
- This victory marked Miami's second straight win, with Messi now leading the team with 10 goals and 15 goal contributions this season.
- Messi scored in the 15th and 24th minutes, and Miami's coach Javier Mascherano said, "He makes everything look easy."
- The win ended Miami’s slump, boosted their confidence, and prepares them for the Club World Cup starting June 14 at Hard Rock Stadium.
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Chicago Tribune
By ALANIS THAMES FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Inter Miami was in the throes of a slump just a week ago. Lionel Messi made sure it didn't last long. Messi scored for the fifth time in three MLS games to help his team rout the Columbus Crew 5-1 on Saturday for its second straight win. Messi had a hand in every one of Miami's goals. He scored twice, in the 15th and 24th minutes, for his team-leading 10 goals this season. He also moved into third pl…
The Lawton Constitution
Coast ReporterMessi's brilliance continues with two goals and an assist for Miami against Columbus
Lionel Messi scored for the fifth time in three Major League Soccer matches to put Inter Miami up 3-0 early against the Columbus Crew. Messi scored twice on Saturday night — in the 15th and 24th minutes — giving him…
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